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Yantra - Leader in Distributed Order Management, But Wait There’s More by Olin Thompson and PJ Jakovljevic
Jul 17, 2002 Abstract : Yantra appears to be ahead of the pack in applications for distributed order processing and related needs, but it is far from a household name. For Yantra to progress to the position in the market justified by its product offerings, marketing gaps need to be addressed.
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The Retail Battleground for Pricing Management (3 Pages)
by Olin Thompson and P.J. Jakovljevic
May 4, 2006 Abstract : The imperative to respond to constantly-evolving customer requirements more efficiently is driving retailers to look at applications giants to provide standardized software that provides flexible, integrated demand intelligence.
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Warehousing Management: Yard Management, Competitive Analysis, and Challenges (3 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Aug 31, 2005 Abstract : The business remains challenging to even the most established vendors, since an intensifying product architecture rejuvenation and functional enhancements cycle, the pressure from the ERP intruders, and continued market consolidation exert fiscal pressure across the sector.
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Using Visibility to Manage Supply Chain Uncertainty (3 Pages)
by Michael Bittner
Nov 9, 2005 Abstract : Technology has advanced supply chain visibility beyond mere track and trace functions. Visibility can be used to manage supply chain uncertainty, thereby preemptively troubleshooting problematic areas and reallocating resources to better meet the demands of an enterprise.
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RedPrairie - New Name For A Brave New Value Proposition Paradigm Part Two: Market Impact (3 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jan 8, 2003 Abstract : Only very recently has senior management begun to take a closer look at logistics, not only in terms of its costs, but also as a healthy contributor to their companies' bottom-line improvement. The importance of order fulfillment regardless of the channel cannot be underestimated.
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Provia Proves Its Way To Success Part Two: Market Impact (6 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Apr 9, 2003 Abstract : From the moment an order is created, Provia Software’s ViaWare and ViaView suites aim at helping managers track orders in real time and make orders visible throughout the entire delivery process, which is the core of its value proposition.
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HighJump Grows in a Period of Low Growth Through Adaptable, Broad Function Products Part Two: Market Impact (4 Pages)
by Olin Thompson & P.J. Jakovljevic
Apr 15, 2003 Abstract : Although a combination of factors bodes well for HighJump's success, a key differentiating word at its camp is 'adaptability'. HighJump's approach to adaptability starts with an application platform designed to manage change. The combination of a set of adaptability tools and the ability to embed business logic into reusable Lego-like 'building blocks' brings a level of system configurability that is relatively rare in application software today.
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Lilly Software - Product Enhancements Remain Its Order 'Du Jour' Part Three: Competitive Analysis (3 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Feb 20, 2003 Abstract : Contrary to most of its competitors that had opportunistically pursued their customers randomly, and whose latest vertical initiatives stem from the sudden epiphany that a certain percentage of their customers come from certain industry, Lilly’s recent vertical initiatives are indeed a further sharpening of already focused solution for 'to order' manufacturers.
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Linking Planning and Execution Systems for Retailers’ Nirvana--Improved Visibility and Fulfillment (5 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Apr 11, 2005 Abstract : Linking an APS to an ERP system, although simple in principle and worth the trouble, is nonetheless a major integration project.
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