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Is MAPICS Getting the Magic of PLM? Part One: Recent Events and Market Impact (5 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic and Jim Brown
Jul 20, 2004 Abstract : The former die-hard IBM AS/400-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) supplier to mid-market manufacturing companies, MAPICS, seems to have found its soul after the recent acquisition of its former competitor Frontstep and Frontstep's extended-ERP product line on a Microsoft .NET-based technology platform. While another acquisition of an ERP competitor is not very likely, MAPICS seems to have rather opted for lateral acquisitions of strategic extension products, starting with the MAGIK! PLM product.
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| 82. |
Essential ERP—Its Underpinning Technology (4 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Sep 5, 2005 Abstract : In its simplest sense, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems create interactive environments designed to help companies manage and analyze the business processes associated with manufacturing goods, such as inventory control, order taking, accounting, and much more.
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| 83. |
Data Conversion in an ERP Environment by Joseph J. Strub
Oct 21, 2002 Abstract : Converting data in any systems implementation is a high wire act. Converting data in an ERP environment should only be undertaken with a safety net, namely a well thought-out plan of execution. This article discusses the guidelines for converting data when considering manual or electronic alternatives.
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| 84. |
ERP Getting a New Breath of Fresh Air in Europe (3 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Dec 25, 2000 Abstract : According to silicon.com, a leading European IT TV News Service, European companies are realizing the importance of customer oriented ERP applications and are set to dramatically increase their investment in related projects over the next two years.
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| 85. |
Epicor Continues To Bleed (3 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jun 8, 2000 Abstract : On April 27, Epicor Software Corporation reported its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2000. Net loss for the quarter was $8.9 million or $0.22 per share, compared with a net income for the same period last year of $2.1 million or $0.05 per share.
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| 86. |
ERP: Origins, Developments, and Trends (4 Pages)
by TEC staff writer
May 17, 2005 Abstract : ERP first developed as a form of inventory control and later grew to link disparate bodies of information together from across the enterprise. Now, ERP enhancements include SCM, CRM, and e-commerce features, just to name a few. However, where is this technology going? What does it mean now?
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| 87. |
Standardizing on One ERP System in a Multi-division Enterprise (6 Pages)
by Olin Thompson & P.J. Jakovljevic
Jun 1, 2002 Abstract : In an enterprise with multiple operating divisions, should the enterprise standardize on a single set of software? Recent broadening of major ERP productsメ scope and the advent of Web-based product architecture may tempt corporations to consider deploying this concept. Although the enterprise can generate many benefits from standardization, they may also create other issues that often result in disruptions.
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| 88. |
Standardizing on One ERP System in a Multi-division Enterprise (6 Pages)
by Olin Thompson & P.J. Jakovljevic
Oct 4, 2001 Abstract : In an enterprise with multiple operating divisions, should the enterprise standardize on a single set of software? Recent broadening of major ERP productsメ scope and the advent of Web-based product architecture may tempt corporations to consider deploying this concept. Although the enterprise can generate many benefits from standardization, they may also create other issues that often result in disruptions.
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| 89. |
A Guide to ERP for Service Organizations (1 Pages)
by Neil Stolovitsky
Jun 12, 2007 Abstract : Enterprise resource planning (ERP) is enabling service organizations to streamline service delivery, optimize operations, and improve customer satisfaction. In this podcast, TEC analyst Neil Stolovitsky sits down with Oracle's Ted Kempf for his take on the unique implementation requirements of ERP systems for professional service organizations, as well as the role technology plays in running a successful service business.
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| 90. |
Can ERP Speak PLM? Part Two: Examples and Recommendations (5 Pages)
by Jim Brown
Aug 2, 2003 Abstract : Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions have to work with many other systems, not just ERP, so integration is not a new issue for PLM vendors. Most PLM vendors recognize the need for integration and have addressed the need in their toolkits. The additional work comes from integrating the concepts and semantics of one system to the next, if this business level integration has not already been provided between the two systems. This can be a big challenge for best of breed vendors, who may need to rely on systems integrators for much of this conceptual and semantic integration.
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