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While it is apparent that software giants are in a better position to endure any economic adversity, no single vendor can
be lulled into complacency for very long. Consequently, there will be more baffled investors, but also somewhat encouraged
small vendors with inimitable value propositions. (...)
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While it is apparent that software giants are in a better position to endure any economic adversity, no single vendor can
be lulled into complacen...
Published:
2002-08-26
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Middleware agnosticism is the wave of the future, and the database platform is becoming part of the application. It has therefore
become increasingly important that vendors of enterprise applications offer a wider range of middleware choices to organizations. (...)
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Middleware agnosticism is the wave of the future, and the database platform is becoming part of the application. It has therefore
become increasin...
Published:
2007-03-12
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The results from providers of strategic infrastructure that have more technology irons in the fire have typically proven
better lately, if not spectacular, with one hoping these would even re-invigorate spending in the enterprise arena. (...)
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The results from providers of strategic infrastructure that have more technology irons in the fire have typically proven better
lately, if not spe...
Published:
2002-08-27
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The licensing and delivery of enterprise software products is undergoing a fundamental shift from traditional up-front fees
to incremental, per-transaction, and even success-based pricing. (...)
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The licensing and delivery of enterprise software products is undergoing a fundamental shift from traditional up-front fees
to incremental, per-tr...
Published:
2005-03-30
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Although their consolidation appetite is not diminishing by any means, some major acquisition protagonists like SSA Global
and Infor seem to be showing signs of more deliberation and even restraint, rather than jumping the gun to indiscriminately
gain market share. (...)
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Although their consolidation appetite is not diminishing by any means, some major acquisition protagonists like SSA Global
and Infor seem to be sh...
Published:
2006-04-24
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The European Union’s WEEE Directive requires electronics manufacturers of member states to manage and pay for electrical
and electronics waste recycling. Yet some prospective business service providers are waiting for the legislation and market
to mature before offering their solutions. (...)
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The European Union’s WEEE Directive requires electronics manufacturers of member states to manage and pay for electrical and
electronics waste rec...
Published:
2009-03-20
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Infor cites continued organic growth, license revenue from new customers, and install base cross-selling and up-selling as
key growth drivers for the group. The acquisition of Formation Systems and Geac can only fuel Infor growth. (...)
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Infor cites continued organic growth, license revenue from new customers, and install base cross-selling and up-selling as
key growth drivers for ...
Published:
2006-05-01
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Application vendors find themselves in a precarious situation where, concurrently with dismal revenue inflow, there is a
need for bigger investment in the development of their products. Vendors unable to keep abreast of technology demands of a
vertically focused solution that provides tangible returns in (...)
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Application vendors find themselves in a precarious situation where, concurrently with dismal revenue inflow, there is a need
for bigger investmen...
Published:
2002-08-29
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The recent merger of Lawson Software and Intentia, two vendors of similar size, but servicing different markets, will complement
each other to become the largest enterprise applications supplier that is dedicated to the mid-market customer segment. (...)
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The recent merger of Lawson Software and Intentia, two vendors of similar size, but servicing different markets, will complement
each other to bec...
Published:
2005-10-25
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Abstract:
As enterprise applications systems developed over time, a continuous stream of new terminology surfaced. This is a glossary
of those terms. (...)
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As enterprise applications systems developed over time, a continuous stream of new terminology surfaced. This is a glossary
of those terms.
Published:
2004-12-24
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Ramco Systems announced the delivery of Ramco Enterprise Series Release 4.0, the newest version of its enterprise software
solutions plus a custom application development offering. The delivery reveals what the vendor claims is breakthrough technology
and a new approach to the applications market. Our (...)
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Ramco Systems announced the delivery of Ramco Enterprise Series Release 4.0, the newest version of its enterprise software
solutions plus a custom...
Published:
2003-03-29
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Consolidation is a well-documented trend and is to be expected in the market for enterprise applications. This article outlines
the evolution of the enterprise software market. Specifically, it focuses on the revolutionary technology known as service-oriented
architecture (SOA). (...)
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Consolidation is a well-documented trend and is to be expected in the market for enterprise applications. This article outlines
the evolution of t...
Published:
2008-10-08
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IFS has much to offer customers. Its IFS Applications suite now boasts an asset lifecycle management module for quick data
retrieval. IFS also has a strong commitment to international standards, and with its acquisition of iSC, expertise in naval
and marine operations. (...)
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IFS has much to offer customers. Its IFS Applications suite now boasts an asset lifecycle management module for quick data
retrieval. IFS also has...
Published:
2008-04-18
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Abstract:
As enterprise applications systems developed over time, a continuous stream of new terminology surfaced. This is a glossary
of those terms. (...)
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As enterprise applications systems developed over time, a continuous stream of new terminology surfaced. This is a glossary
of those terms.
Published:
2004-12-25
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Baan is now in a much better company, one that is solely dedicated to the enterprise applications business. In addition to
Baan being in a better shape and hardly resembling its 1999/2000 incarnation - this time the vendor was rather a victim of
its now ex parent's 'sins' than of self-inflicted wounds, w (...)
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Baan is now in a much better company, one that is solely dedicated to the enterprise applications
business. In addition to Baan being in a better ...
Published:
2003-07-12
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Infor's latest acquisitions and vertically-focused "assembler strategy" are furthering its goal to be number three (after
SAP and Oracle) in the world of enterprise resource planning vendors. (...)
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Infor's latest acquisitions and vertically-focused "assembler strategy" are furthering its goal to be number
three (after SAP and Oracle) in the w...
Published:
2006-04-27
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Abstract:
Oracle is one of the first software companies to implement the Internet computing model for developing and deploying enterprise
software across its entire product line. CRM and strategic procurement will be significant contributors to Oracle Applications
sales revenue (up to 35% within next 3 years), whe (...)
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Oracle is one of the first software companies to implement the Internet computing model for developing and deploying enterprise
software across it...
Published:
1999-09-01
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PowerCerv, a long languishing mid-market enterprise applications vendor, having been unsuccessful in its repeated attempt
to revitalize itself under own steam, has eventually resorted to bailout by a more financially stable adopted parent. (...)
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PowerCerv, a long languishing mid-market enterprise applications vendor, having been unsuccessful in its repeated attempt
to revitalize itself und...
Published:
2002-10-25
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IBM still needs to convince users that it is nimble enough to handle the smaller projects prevalent in today’s cost-conscious
market, which may be a concern that is aggravated rather than alleviated by the acquisition. (...)
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IBM still needs to convince users that it is nimble enough to handle the smaller projects prevalent in today’s cost-conscious
market, which may be...
Published:
2002-08-28
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Ramco Systems returned to Las Vegas for its annual user group meeting in North America in October of 2003. We review the
progress that Ramco has made on its promises to customers at the last user conference, the customers’ reactions to the progress,
and where Ramco and its customers will go from here. (...)
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Ramco Systems returned to Las Vegas for its annual user group meeting in North America in October of 2003. We review the progress
that Ramco has m...
Published:
2003-11-04