| 41. |
QueryObject Partners With Cognos (3 Pages)
by M. Reed
Nov 28, 2000 Abstract : On November 15, QueryObject Systems announced that it has partnered with Cognos Corporation to create and market a high-capacity analytical data mart accessible for analysis over the Internet. QueryObject will provide the back-end with its analytical data structure, while Cognos provides the front-end business intelligence solutions.
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| 42. |
SPSS Has A New ShowCase (3 Pages)
by M. Reed
Nov 14, 2000 Abstract : On November 7, 2000, SPSS announced that they have signed an agreement to purchase ShowCase Corporation. The company sees a large part of its future in the analytical CRM market, and will use ShowCase to bolster staff and expertise levels.
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| 43. |
Quantum Snaps Off Its NAS Group (3 Pages)
by R. Krause
Nov 8, 2000 Abstract : Quantum Corporation, recently acquired by Maxtor, will divest itself of its server appliance subsidiary, renaming it Snap Appliances, Inc. Snap Appliances will now attempt to compete on its own in the growing Network-Attached Storage market.
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| 44. |
Candle Releases New Command Center App for IBM MQSI 2 (3 Pages)
by M. Reed
Oct 11, 2000 Abstract : IBM has announced a four-year, $200 million investment to attempt to make it more cost effective and easier for companies to manage data on IBM S/390 enterprise servers. The proposed solution is a new Candle Corporation product with a GUI front-end that can track message flow, queue times, and other metrics. Is this yet another example of IBM leveraging technology through partnerships instead of always trying to roll their own, as Oracle has done?
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| 45. |
System Software Suppliers Slip Seriously (3 Pages)
by M. Reed
Aug 8, 2000 Abstract : Shares of Computer Associates, BMC Software, Compuware Corporation, and others have suffered serious setbacks on the stock market in recent days due to shortfalls in revenue. These companies are direct competitors, and are all suffering the same fate in the stock market. Once again, the dreaded Wall Street 'whisper number' has not been made, and the stock market has reacted harshly. Sales of mainframe software have softened, causing much of the shortfall.
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| 46. |
Dell Drops WebPC (3 Pages)
by R. Krause
Aug 1, 2000 Abstract : Dell Computer Corporation has decided to drop its 'WebPC' appliances, with somewhat less fanfare than was created for its November, 1999, announcement.
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| 47. |
Is Oracle Becoming Invincible? (3 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jul 26, 2000 Abstract : On June 20, Oracle Corporation, the leading provider of database and enterprise software applications, announced its fiscal 2000 results, claiming that it has passed SAP to become the world's largest applications software company.
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| 48. |
Vignette of an EAI Vendor (So to Speak) (3 Pages)
by M. Reed
Jun 23, 2000 Abstract : Vignette Corporation has announced a comprehensive, three-tiered Java™ technology strategy that encompasses tools, applications and a complete Java technology-enabled platform. The Vignette V/5 e-business platform will support Java Server Pages (JSP’s) and was announced at Sun Microsystems 2000 Worldwide Java Developer Conference.
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| 49. |
AspenTech Completes Another Piece of the Refining Puzzle With Petrolsoft (3 Pages)
by Steve McVey
Jun 22, 2000 Abstract : Aspen Technology recently acquired Petrolsoft Corporation, a maker of software for downstream refining distribution and replenishment.
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| 50. |
Do You Know Where Your Wheelchair Is? (3 Pages)
by A. Turner
Jun 16, 2000 Abstract : Transportation companies have installed GPS locating devices on trucks to monitor location and delivery information. Now a similar technology is helping hospitals locate equipment within their walls. GE Medical Systems has formed a strategic alliance with PinPoint Corporation to offer asset tracking services to health care facilities.
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