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Abstract:
There is certainly room to ask the fundamental question of whether the traditional practice of RFI/RFP-based selection processes
has been adequate for the task of selecting complex systems. The record indicates there is much room for improvement. In essence,
for complex selections like in the case of ent (...)
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There is certainly room to ask the fundamental question of whether the traditional practice of RFI/RFP-based selection processes
has been adequate...
Published:
2003-10-27
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Having to deliver a number of functionalities through third-party solutions, which are natively offered by many larger competitors,
may deter some interface-wary customers. Thus, Relevant should try to provide as many third-party solutions as possible as
a standard configuration, which should make custom (...)
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Having to deliver a number of functionalities through third-party solutions, which are natively offered by many larger competitors,
may deter some...
Published:
2005-01-28
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Abstract:
The unique business needs of project-oriented organizations, when addressed by large ERP vendors that offer general-purpose
enterprise software, typically require heavy customization in order to work. On the other hand, when project-oriented organizations
turn to small off-the-shelf project-management s (...)
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The unique business needs of project-oriented organizations, when addressed by large ERP vendors that offer general-purpose
enterprise software, t...
Published:
2005-01-26
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Abstract:
Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) business models and information systems originated in the 1970s and 1980s, an inflationary
period. They addressed business priorities that were strongly influenced by inflation. Many manufacturers are now confronting
worldwide price stability, or even deflationary pres (...)
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... Logistics. Demand for logistics systems grew rapidly during inflationary times, in support
of JIT business practices. These systems ...
Published:
2000-06-29
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Once again, Computer Associates is executing the largest software acquisition in history, eclipsing its Platinum Technology
buyout of 1999, which was the previous record holder. (...)
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Once again, Computer Associates is executing the largest software acquisition in history, eclipsing its Platinum Technology
buyout of 1999, which ...
Published:
2000-02-16
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While the Microsoft Business Network (MBN) product is worth considering for a number of compelling reasons, it will take
some immense doing before it becomes a retailers' equivalent of what the Sabre reservation system means to airline agents. (...)
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... EDI emerged in the 1960s when the railroad industry sought a way to speed up and automate business
communications between remote computer systems, and to ...
Published:
2004-09-01
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Made2Manage Systems pledges not to build technology for the sake of technology. Instead, the company plans to focus in on
the true needs of its customers and those of the prospective buyers in the target market, while applying forward-looking technology
enhancements that protect its customers’ investme (...)
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Made2Manage Systems pledges not to build technology for the sake of technology. Instead, the company plans to focus in on
the true needs of its cu...
Published:
2005-02-25
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Abstract:
SAS Institute has announced the production availability of SAS/Warehouse Administrator software, Version 2.0. This new version
provides IT the ability to proactively publish data warehouse information and track its usage, plus aggressively manage the
process of change in the data warehouse. (...)
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... by their acquisition by Computer Associates. ... SAS has also formed
a business intelligence alliance ... Customers evaluating data warehouse
solutions should include ...
Published:
2000-03-13
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The upfront expenses of a network comprise only 19% of the total cost. The remaining 81% can sneak up on bank management,
often unaware of some subtle TCO factors (...)
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Evaluating the Total Cost of Network Ownership. ... an invisible price tag hangs from a
computer network. ... TCO) is a model that helps systems managers understand
and ...
Published:
2000-07-26
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Abstract:
CrossWorlds Software, an enterprise application integration vendor, is making it easier for customers to acquire components
and utilities with specific functionality. The vendor will create a CrossWorlds Exchange site on a subscription basis, for
$50,000 per year with additional fees for some components (...)
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... CrossWorlds' e-business infrastructure software will ... procurement,
and legacy systems for its ... Customers evaluating Enterprise Application
Integration solutions ...
Published:
2000-04-19
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Abstract:
NCR Corporation announced it will support Microsoft Windows 2000 across its entire offering of products. In addition, NCR
will present a full suite of consulting and support services to help businesses migrate to the Windows 2000 environment. The
question is whether the power of Windows can keep up with (...)
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... part of their real world business without worrying ... using between
two and four systems running Windows ... Customers evaluating database
alternatives on Windows NT ...
Published:
2000-02-25
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Abstract:
Refer to enterprise phone system buyer's guide.The latest telephony system technologyfor your business.Read free white papers.
Implementing or upgrading an enterprise phone system is a strategic investment for any large enterprise. To reach an informed
decision, you should understand the following crucial (...)
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Refer to enterprise phone system buyer's guide.The latest telephony system technologyfor your business.Read free white
papers. Implementing or upgr...
Published:
2010-04-09
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Abstract:
SAS Institute has announced the production availability of SAS/Warehouse Administrator software, Version 2.0. This new version
provides IT the ability to proactively publish data warehouse information and track its usage, plus aggressively manage the
process of change in the data warehouse. (...)
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... by their acquisition by Computer Associates. ... SAS has also formed
a business intelligence alliance ... Customers evaluating data warehouse
solutions should include ...
Published:
2000-03-13
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ROI System is definitely a "user's vendor" that should raise the bar for customer care best practices amongst its competitors. (...)
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ROI System is definitely a "user's vendor" that should raise the bar for customer care best practices amongst
its competitors.
Published:
2003-06-04
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Abstract:
Welcome to the customer experience. We all have them. Some are good, others bad. A variety of factors - the user interface
(UI), customer support, marketing messages, etc. - shape these experiences. All of these things collectively create our view
of a product, service or provider. (...)
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... longer limited to a focus on computer/human interaction ... job was
to make these systems more user ... implement user-focused principles across their entire
business. ...
Published:
2002-01-18
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Abstract:
Global competition means more choice for consumers and increasing customer demands. Manufacturers and distributors must develop
a better understanding of what customers want so that they can configure, produce, and deliver products and services faster
and more cost-effectively. (...)
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Global competition means more choice for consumers and increasing customer demands. Manufacturers and distributors must develop
a better understan...
Published:
2008-11-28
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Abstract:
Mortice Kern Systems (MKS), long known for their expertise in porting UNIX environments (for instance, a Korn Shell or a
CGI script) to native Windows NT and Windows 2000, has expanded into the world of e-business. They have created a new wholly
owned subsidiary called Vertical Sky, which is marketing a (...)
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Mortice Kern Systems (MKS), long known for their expertise in porting UNIX environments (for instance, a Korn Shell or a CGI
script) to native Win...
Published:
2000-09-14
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Abstract:
Made2Manage Systems pledges not to build technology for the sake of technology. Instead, the company plans to focus in on
the true needs of its customers and those of the prospective buyers in the target market, while applying forward-looking technology
enhancements that protect its customers’ investme (...)
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Made2Manage Systems pledges not to build technology for the sake of technology. Instead, the company plans to focus in on
the true needs of its cu...
Published:
2005-02-25
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Abstract:
This partnership provides SAP with the opportunity to further extend its reach within its large corporate customer base by
serving the needs of its distant smaller plants and divisions dispersed around the globe. Thus, SAP should hereby have the
wherewithal to defend its major accounts from encroachment (...)
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This partnership provides SAP with the opportunity to further extend its reach within its large corporate customer base by
serving the needs of it...
Published:
2004-05-11
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Abstract:
Enterprise Application Integration vendor Extricity announced a business-to-business alliance with Moai Technologies, Inc.,
to provide a full-range of automated e-commerce systems. Moai’s Dynamic Commerce Markup Language (DCML) is an XML-standard
compliant language for dynamic commerce markets, and co (...)
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Enterprise Application Integration vendor Extricity announced a business-to-business alliance with Moai Technologies, Inc.,
to provide a full-rang...
Published:
2000-05-11