| 51. |
The Challenges of a Business Intelligence Implementation: A Case Study (4 Pages)
by Lyndsay Wise
Oct 27, 2006 Abstract : The University of Illinois provides a good example of extensive integration of its business intelligence (BI) solution and data warehousing environment with its enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution.
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| 52. |
The Gain and Pain of Global Retail Sourcing (4 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jun 27, 2006 Abstract : The appeal of global sourcing for many industries is certainly understandable, given the potential lower cost benefits, but without careful elimination of all the hidden challenges, the entire process may turn out to be only a costly 'siren song' adventure.
Type: Article
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| 53. |
Software Selection: A Third Alternative Part One: The Buyer's Perspective (4 Pages)
by Joseph J. Strub
May 14, 2005 Abstract : Recently, the traditional method of selecting software based on functions and features has come under scrutiny. Some even suggest that this method is unduly drawn out and fails to focus on the critical processes of business. As you might expect, vendors would rather sell you out-of-the-box business processes and solutions that would improve efficiency, increase yields, and drive their costs down. A third alternative for selecting software, which will be discussed in this article, attempts to provide the assurances needed by the buyer and the efficiency desired by the vendor.
Type: Article
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| 54. |
Beware of Vendors Bearing Solutions (4 Pages)
by Dave Stein
Apr 30, 2005 Abstract : Hype has been a major factor in the recent downfall of some of the enterprise application industry's most illustrious players. This article presents some very simple things that you can do to prevent yourself and your company from being tomorrow's lead story in the industry trades.
Type: Article
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| 55. |
Software Selection: A Third Alternative Part One: The Buyer's Perspective (4 Pages)
by Joseph J. Strub
Aug 23, 2004 Abstract : Recently, the traditional method of selecting software based on functions and features has come under scrutiny. Some even suggest that this method is unduly drawn out and fails to focus on the critical processes of business. As you might expect, vendors would rather sell you out-of-the-box business processes and solutions that would improve efficiency, increase yields, and drive their costs down. A third alternative for selecting software, which will be discussed in this article, attempts to provide the assurances needed by the buyer and the efficiency desired by the vendor.
Type: Article
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| 56. |
Beware of Vendors Bearing Solutions (4 Pages)
by Dave Stein
May 13, 2004 Abstract : Hype has been a major factor in the recent downfall of some of the enterprise application industry’s most illustrious players. This article presents some very simple things that you can do to prevent yourself and your company from being tomorrow’s lead story in the industry trades.
Type: Article
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| 57. |
Mid-size Companies Have Full-size IT Issues (4 Pages)
by J. Dowling
Nov 28, 2003 Abstract : Information technology product selection is one issue that does not scale up or down with the size of the enterprise. The breadth and seriousness of issues that must be managed by the Information Systems Departments of mid-size companies are the same as those of larger corporations with more people and funding resources to apply to them.
Type: Article
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| 58. |
Beware of Vendors Bearing Solutions (5 Pages)
by Dave Stein
Sep 8, 2003 Abstract : Hype has been a major factor in the recent downfall of some of the enterprise application industry’s most illustrious players. This article presents some very simple things that you can do to prevent yourself and your company from being tomorrow’s lead story in the industry trades.
Type: Article
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| 59. |
The ROI Dilemma - Part 1 - Look at how bad you Look! (3 Pages)
by Bob Riefstahl
Jan 17, 2003 Abstract : If you're going to use ROI in order to find new business or, justify your solution, be careful. ROI is a loaded gun and you might just shoot yourself.
Type: Article
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| 60. |
INFIMACS Boasts MRP Relevant To MROs (3 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
May 9, 2002 Abstract : Through incrementally adding functionality tidbits that are crucial to its target market and that are not easily emulated by its competitors, Relevant continues to have a fair shot at delivering a viable solution to project-based discrete mid-market manufacturers such as aerospace contractors, contract manufacturers of electronic components, and MRO organizations.
Type: Article
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