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Abstract:
A proof of concept (POC) should be completed as part of the selection process when the risk of project failure is comparatively
high. Risk can be measured by two key variables. These variables are complexity of requirements and level of expertise of
the selection/implementation team. The more complex the (...)
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erp system vendors selection process:
A proof of concept (POC) should be completed as part of the selection process when the risk of project failure is comparatively
high. Risk can be ...
Published:
2004-07-13
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Abstract:
Contrary to what vendors may contend, not all of them are able to provide an effective out-of-the-box solution that satisfies
the critical requirements of an organization. In this case study from a recent selection engagement for an ETO mid-size manufacturer,
we assess Oracle, J.D. Edwards, SAP, and IFS (...)
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erp system vendors selection process:
Contrary to what vendors may contend, not all of them are able to provide an effective out-of-the-box solution that satisfies
the critical require...
Published:
2001-12-12
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Abstract:
This is part two of a case study from a recent selection engagement for an ETO mid-size manufacturer; we assess Oracle, J.D.
Edwards, SAP, and IFS in terms of their ability to demonstrate alleged functionality of their products. (...)
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erp system vendors selection process:
This is part two of a case study from a recent selection engagement for an ETO mid-size manufacturer; we assess Oracle, JD
Edwards, SAP, and IFS...
Published:
2001-12-14
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Abstract:
Market research shows that enterprise software and service markets are crossing market lines to witness strong growth in
the Aerospace and Defense (A&D) industry. (...)
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erp system vendors selection process:
Market research shows that enterprise software and service markets are crossing market lines to witness strong growth in the
Aerospace and Defense...
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2000-02-21
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Abstract:
This article explores how the proof of concept (POC) fits into the software selection process, when a POC should be undertaken,
structural variables, and the advantages and disadvantages of the POC from the client and value-added reseller point of view. (...)
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erp system vendors selection process:
This article explores how the proof of concept (POC) fits into the software selection process, when a POC should be undertaken,
structural variabl...
Published:
2004-07-12
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Abstract:
During a recent Enterprise Resource Planning selection engagement with a large aerospace and defense manufacturer TEC had
the opportunity to evaluate and compare the offerings of four top vendors. Each vendor’s offering differed in such areas
as functionality, flexibility, process fit and ease of use. (...)
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erp system vendors selection process:
During a recent Enterprise Resource Planning selection engagement with a large aerospace and defense manufacturer TEC had
the opportunity to evalu...
Published:
2001-11-19
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Abstract:
An ERP software implementation has three steps. Here's a comprehensive look at how a successful ERP software implementation
for small businesses can be achieved. Most consultants agree that there are three stages that precede a software implementation
project: research, evaluation, and selection. This thr (...)
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erp system vendors selection process:
An ERP software implementation has three steps. Here's a comprehensive look at how a successful ERP software implementation
for small businesses ca...
Published:
2010-02-10
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Abstract:
A proof of concept (POC) should be completed as part of the selection process when the risk of project failure is comparatively
high. Risk can be measured by two key variables. These variables are complexity of requirements and level of expertise of
the selection/implementation team. The more complex the (...)
Excerpt related to
erp system vendors selection process:
A proof of concept (POC) should be completed as part of the selection process when the risk of project failure is comparatively
high. Risk can be ...
Published:
2004-07-13
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Abstract:
Winning ERP products will demonstrate deep industry functionality and tight integration with best-of-bread ‘bolt-on’ products
in a particular vertical. Users should focus on the handful of business objectives they need to achieve and the ways to measure
their success. (...)
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erp system vendors selection process:
Winning ERP products will demonstrate deep industry functionality and tight integration with best-of-bread ‘bolt-on’ products
in a particular vert...
Published:
2001-10-15
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Abstract:
If your enterprise resource planning system is "old", if it is highly modified, if it is far behind in releases, and if it
is not really serving your current needs, you may be thinking of replacing it. Many companies ignore the option of "refreshing"
the existing system up to the current release and impl (...)
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erp system vendors selection process:
If your enterprise resource planning system is "old", if it is highly modified, if it is far behind in releases,
and if it is not really serving y...
Published:
2004-03-13
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The final part of this ERP article will explain the most important step: selecting the software that best fits the needs of
your organization. The third and final part of the path to ERP for small businesses series describes the software selection
stage, including the dos and don’ts during vendor produc (...)
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erp system vendors selection process:
The final part of this ERP article will explain the most important step: selecting the software that best fits the needs of
your organization. The ...
Published:
2010-07-13
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Abstract:
This is part two of a note describing an opportunity TEC had to evaluate and compare the four top ERP vendors for a client.
Each vendor’s offering differed in such areas as functionality, flexibility, process fit and ease of use. Find out what TEC
learned as a result of the selection engagement. (...)
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erp system vendors selection process:
This is part two of a note describing an opportunity TEC had to evaluate and compare the four top ERP vendors for a client.
Each vendor’s offering...
Published:
2001-11-21
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Abstract:
According to silicon.com, a leading European IT TV News Service, European companies are realizing the importance of customer
oriented ERP applications and are set to dramatically increase their investment in related projects over the next two years. (...)
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erp system vendors selection process:
According to silicon.com, a leading European IT TV News Service, European companies are realizing the importance of customer
oriented ERP applicat...
Published:
2000-12-25
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Abstract:
The Federal Government's peculiar and idiosyncratic regulatory requirements provide high barriers to entry, so that the novice
companies that are not already offering the functionality for the sector will likely not be able to tap the recent surge in
the defense and other federal markets. (...)
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erp system vendors selection process:
The Federal Government's peculiar and idiosyncratic regulatory requirements provide high barriers to entry, so that the
novice companies that are ...
Published:
2004-09-22
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Abstract:
There has been significant activity in the public sector, with all major players winning important new federal contracts
for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). This strong government interest in ERP applications means that ERP seems to be getting
some infusion from this sector at least. (...)
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erp system vendors selection process:
There has been significant activity in the public sector, with all major players winning important new federal contracts for
Enterprise Resource P...
Published:
2000-12-27
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Abstract:
Contrary to what vendors may contend, not all of them are able to supply a cost effective solution that satisfies the critical
requirements of an organization. In this case study from a recent selection engagement for a large series book publisher,
we size up Oracle, JD Edwards, PeopleSoft, and Lawson in (...)
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erp system vendors selection process:
Contrary to what vendors may contend, not all of them are able to supply a cost effective solution that satisfies the critical
requirements of an ...
Published:
2001-12-25
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Abstract:
There has been a hubbub in the public sector, with all major players fiercely competing and eventually winning important
new federal contracts, primarily for components of enterprise applications. This strong government interest in ERP applications
might explain a number of recent pundits’ retractions (...)
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erp system vendors selection process:
There has been a hubbub in the public sector, with all major players fiercely competing and eventually winning important new
federal contracts, pr...
Published:
2001-06-21
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Abstract:
The second part of this ERP article will explain the evaluation of products in the ERP market, which in turn will help you
make the final decision. If you’ve gone through the research phase while looking for ERP, the next major step is the evaluation
process. At the end of it, you should have a shortlis (...)
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erp system vendors selection process:
The second part of this ERP article will explain the evaluation of products in the ERP market, which in turn will help you
make the final decision....
Published:
2010-04-06
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Abstract:
This final note discusses how Application Service Providers (ASPs) have arisen on the Internet in response to such ERP woes
as support expenses, misbehaving applications, and server downtime, and how as the nature of ERP software evolves into services
and/or hosted models, the market might be experiencin (...)
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erp system vendors selection process:
This final note discusses how Application Service Providers (ASPs) have arisen on the Internet in response to such ERP woes
as support expenses, m...
Published:
2001-04-27
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Abstract:
This article explores how the proof of concept (POC) fits into the software selection process, when a POC should be undertaken,
structural variables, and the advantages and disadvantages of the POC from the client and value-added reseller point of view. (...)
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erp system vendors selection process:
This article explores how the proof of concept (POC) fits into the software selection process, when a POC should be undertaken,
structural variabl...
Published:
2004-07-12