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Major vendors are noting the growing demand for software as a service. However, smaller providers are forging new ground
by offering services for inventory and collaborative planning. (...)
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Major vendors are noting the growing demand for software as a service. However, smaller providers are forging new ground by
offering services for ...
Published:
2006-03-16
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Customer relationship management (CRM) functionality can fall into four categories: core functionality; non-core functionality;
vertical, industry-specific features; and accounting-related features. When evaluating and selecting a CRM solution, enterprises
must be aware of the potential issues associated (...)
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Customer relationship management (CRM) functionality can fall into four categories: core functionality; non-core functionality;
vertical, industry...
Published:
2005-12-05
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The on demand paradigm and enterprise incentive management market seem to have established a viable cross-section to the
extent that, going forward, some players feel comfortable enough to opt solely for the software-as-a-service, subscription-based
delivery model. (...)
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The on demand paradigm and enterprise incentive management market seem to have established a viable cross-section to the extent
that, going forwar...
Published:
2007-05-07
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Among its promising initiatives, IBS offers flexible rescheduling tools that integrate with existing manufacturing resource
planning systems. Its warehousing solution also promises better use of space, and automates reception put-away, etc. However,
the vendor still must navigate through some rough compe (...)
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Among its promising initiatives, IBS offers flexible rescheduling tools that integrate with existing manufacturing resource
planning systems. Its ...
Published:
2005-09-09
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The core concept behind the Vanguard solution is that business intelligence (BI) must be demand-driven, which means that
the business needs of the user dictate the technical solution, not the other way around. In other words, it should let the
business users drive the process, and remove the problems of (...)
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The core concept behind the Vanguard solution is that business intelligence (BI) must be demand-driven, which means that the
business needs of the...
Published:
2005-07-20
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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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The imperative to respond to constantly-evolving customer requirements more efficiently is driving retailers to look at applications
giants to pro...
Published:
2006-05-04
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Kinaxis’s latest response management product releases deliver even more refined software system tools to help global manufacturers
with capacity planning and scheduling, including monitoring and alerting, action team selection, and inventory liability reduction
capabilities. (...)
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Kinaxis’s latest response management product releases deliver even more refined software system tools to help global manufacturers
with capacity p...
Published:
2008-03-26
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Centive's strategy is to form a limited number of strategic partnerships with leading management consulting firms to ensure
customers receive the highest levels of service and support. Pertinent alliances made include one offering sales performance
incentive funding formulas (SPIFFs). (...)
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Centive's strategy is to form a limited number of strategic partnerships with leading management consulting firms to ensure
customers receive the ...
Published:
2007-05-11
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Cover-time planning (CTP) is a "pull" system, but with the intent of planning and not merely waiting for the execution time
to act. (...)
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Cover-time planning (CTP) is a "pull" system, but with the intent of planning and not merely waiting for the execution
time to act.
Published:
2005-08-09
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The physical, e and wireless world continues to grow! The e channel for shoppers continues to grow, with so many nay-sayers
and doubters. You'd think this issue would die, with more and more shoppers buying from far flung vendors: Boston to the Nanga
Tribes for buying original crafts; Dallas to Huangshan (...)
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The physical, e and wireless world continues to grow! The e channel for shoppers continues to grow, with so many nay-sayers
and doubters. You'd th...
Published:
2005-03-18
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Abstract:
Whether an organization buys or builds a resource management solution depends on a number of factors, and both approaches
has its pros and cons. There is, however, a third option, one that allows a company to take a "somewhere between" approach.
This latter approach, is made possible by ERP II which empl (...)
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Whether an organization buys or builds a resource management solution depends on a number of factors, and both approaches
has its pros and cons. T...
Published:
2004-07-07
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Abstract:
As the software-as-a-service market matures, and while it remains appealing to resource-constrained companies, organizations
having up to 500 payees, and that are in need of complex compensation calculation and multitier compensation rules, should
consider Centive Compel product suite. (...)
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As the software-as-a-service market matures, and while it remains appealing to resource-constrained companies, organizations
having up to 500 paye...
Published:
2007-05-14
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Abstract:
Organizations globally, are contributing to increased demand for Free and open source software but vendors may not yet be
meeting this demand. This article highlights FOSS fundamentals with the goal of adding clarity for the uninitiated. (...)
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... benefits by not having to build its application ... While researching
an open source solution or related ... evolution as manifested in global customer
demand trends. ...
Published:
2005-12-31
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Mid-sized companies have the agility of small businesses, and are resource-rich enough to handle CRM implementation. However,
without comprehensive planning, attainable objectives, metrics, and check points mid-sized companies will not realize success
and full potential from their CRM system. (...)
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Mid-sized companies have the agility of small businesses, and are resource-rich enough to handle CRM implementation. However,
without comprehensiv...
Published:
2005-02-14
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A crop of next-generation, Web-based, on-demand, startup quote-to-order systems providers has lately flourished, spearheaded
by BigMachines, whereas some traditional vendors that once defined the product configuration space in the 1990s have since
left the market. (...)
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A crop of next-generation, Web-based, on-demand, startup quote-to-order systems providers has lately flourished, spearheaded
by BigMachines, where...
Published:
2008-08-20
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Abstract:
IBS, a conservative Swedish enterprise resource planning and supply chain management, seems to be making right moves to remain
the leader within its selected segments. However, the road to becoming uniformly globally recognized player will not be smooth. (...)
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IBS, a conservative Swedish enterprise resource planning and supply chain management, seems to be making right moves to remain
the leader within i...
Published:
2005-09-06
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Abstract:
Despite impressive product depth and breadth (for instance, customer relationship management [CRM], workflow, traceability,
and quality management are provided natively), Strategic Systems International (SSI) has longstanding partnerships with several
best-of-breed specialists. (...)
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Despite impressive product depth and breadth (for instance, customer relationship management [CRM], workflow, traceability,
and quality management...
Published:
2006-07-27
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... Oracle Demantra, and SAP SCM a run for their money) allow companies to build plans that
... Aligning inventory with customer demand, this solution
makes it ...
Published:
2010-04-29
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Abstract:
The face of business is rapidly evolving from traditional brick-and-mortar facades to electronic ones. While web businesses
spend considerable effort in polishing Internet front ends with sophisticated graphics and animation, they must also give
attention to back end fulfillment operations. Invisible to (...)
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The face of business is rapidly evolving from traditional brick-and-mortar facades to electronic ones. While web businesses
spend considerable eff...
Published:
1999-11-01
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CRM system can increase your profits and build customer loyalty by streamlining your processes and provide better quality
products and services. However, you first must be prepared to overcome lack of requirements, combat scope creep, and compensate
for lack of skills. (...)
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CRM system can increase your profits and build customer loyalty by streamlining your processes and provide better quality
products and services. H...
Published:
2005-02-15