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Vendor Extends Welcome Mat for Hospitality Industry (3 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Mar 2, 2006 Abstract : SoftBrands Hospitality business supports the enterprise information management needs of hotels and resorts. SoftBrands' range of hospitality software products includes the property management systems Medallion and PORTfolio, and RIO, a leisure management system.
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| 72. |
The TEC Quick Case for IQMS (3 Pages)
by TEC staff writer
Dec 12, 2005 Abstract : IQMS specializes in high-volume manufacturing ERP solutions, especially in made-to-order areas. This Quick Case for IQMS provides a concise background, which is oriented toward organizations considering an IQMS solution.
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| 73. |
The Players of Software-as-a-Service Business Models and Finding the Best Value Propositions (4 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Apr 2, 2005 Abstract : Although the promise of reduced implementation risk and time, lower upfront costs, etc. justify the hosting/ASP model, this brings an entire new set of issues for mid-market organizations to consider when seeking a vendor company using such an approach.
Type: Article
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| 74. |
When Provider's Value Is Not In Synch With Customer's Value (3 Pages)
by Ann Grackin
Nov 2, 2004 Abstract : Embedded knowledge exists in the supply chain to understand and unlock customer value. Integrating the chain is crucial to aligning the goals of customers and provider.
Type: Article
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| 75. |
Should Your Software Selection Process Have a Proof of Concept? Part Two: Advantages, Disadvantages, and Conclusion by Robert Rudd
Jul 13, 2004 Abstract : A proof of concept (POC) should be completed as part of the selection process when the risk of project failure is comparatively high. Risk can be measured by two key variables. These variables are complexity of requirements and level of expertise of the selection/implementation team. The more complex the system requirements, the greater the benefit obtained from a POC.
Type: Article
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| 76. |
SoftBrands to Institute Fourth Shift for SAP Business One Manufacturing Work-Plan Part Two: SoftBrands (3 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
May 8, 2004 Abstract : As for the lower-end of the market, SAP has designed SAP Business One to meet the core management needs of dynamically growing small and midsize businesses, and is moving to better address the specific needs of small manufacturers through a planned strategic solution relationship with SoftBrands whereby the two vendors have initiated efforts to integrate SoftBrands' leading manufacturing software product Fourth Shift with SAP Business One.
Type: Article
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| 77. |
Business Activity Monitoring - Watching The Store For You (4 Pages)
by Olin Thompson
Jan 3, 2004 Abstract : Business Activity Monitoring (BAM) can bring significant business value in the world of technical data, but its justification must be derived from business management improvements. The most important claim for BAM is that it can fundamentally alter the way businesses understand and act to threats and opportunities.
Type: Article
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| 78. |
The Strategic Importance of Asset Management Part Two: Implications (4 Pages)
by Daryl Mather
Dec 19, 2003 Abstract : The changing attitudes, understandings of physical assets and market conditions bring a broad array of implications for those responsible for asset management. The majority of these can be explained as 'new accountabilities.' Many of these are accountabilities leveled at, or within, corporations themselves. However many will also be directed at the individuals taking or overseeing these decisions, often with daunting consequences for failure.
Type: Article
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| 79. |
chinadotcom In The 'Process' of Acquiring Ross Systems (4 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Oct 3, 2003 Abstract : Mid-market process ERP vendor Ross Systems is being acquired by its Chinese distributor, chinadotcom. Unlike some recent acquisitions that are based on the consumption of weaker players to pilfer a customer base, this acquisition appears to provide both parties with solid strategic benefits. This may be an acquisition made of the right reasons - to capitalize on a market growth opportunity.
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| 80. |
IBM Express-es Its Candid Desire For SMEs Part Two: Market Impact (4 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Aug 5, 2003 Abstract : SMEs have recently begun to seek integration platforms that address the end-to-end business process management (BPM) rather than the traditional pesky point-to-point interconnectivity solutions. IBM's strategy of selling WebSphere Express through local VARs and of letting smaller enterprises deploy only what they need in an incremental fashion, should go a long way with the current buying patterns.
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