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Your Challenge: Get Decision Makers' Approval for a Next R(E)volution of Lean. Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant
and Time-Bound. By seeing a business as a "value system" for customers, companies can shift lean strategic priorities towards
growth-oriented targets instead of cost-cutting. Instead o (...)
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Your Challenge: Get Decision Makers' Approval for a Next R(E)volution of Lean. Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant
and Time-Bound. By seeing...
Published:
2010-03-11
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... Whether this “lean” initiative includes enabling technology is entirely
... This just shows that lean and MRP ... of records because of financials,
master data and ...
Published:
2010-08-05
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Abstract:
When part of an enterprise software environment, business modeler software can reduce training costs, prevent errors, and
minimize non-value added work. And if properly integrated, it can be both a tool for senior management and for hands-on system
users. (...)
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When part of an enterprise software environment, business modeler software can reduce training costs, prevent errors, and
minimize non-value added...
Published:
2009-01-07
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Lean manufacturing practices are employed to some degree on almost every manufacturing floor, but many companies aren't realizing
the real benefits of lean by bringing lean to their front-office operations. Here are a few tips on lean office operations. (...)
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Lean manufacturing practices are employed to some degree on almost every manufacturing floor, but many companies aren't
realizing the real benefit...
Published:
2009-01-07
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BigMachines differentiates itself in the quote-to-order (Q2O) sphere due to its solutions’ lean end-to-end, inquiry-to-order
focus. Although there are other vendors offering Q2O as a service, BigMachines product is arguably more flexible, as high
tech manufacturers may be noting. (...)
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BigMachines differentiates itself in the quote-to-order (Q2O) sphere due to its solutions’ lean end-to-end, inquiry-to-order
focus. Although there...
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2008-08-22
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While lean/flow leverages practices to stay ahead of actual demand, traditional approaches better coordinate secondary, back-office
systems like accounting and HR. Moreover, flow should be a company-wide strategy that impacts more than manufacturing. (...)
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While lean/flow leverages practices to stay ahead of actual demand, traditional approaches better coordinate secondary, back-office
systems like a...
Published:
2004-01-15
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Abstract:
Many best-of-breed advanced planning and scheduling (APS) vendors have come and gone since the late 90s, when APS was hyped
as a tool that would be a key enabler for manufacturing companies. But one vendor that has distinguished itself is Preactor,
a world leader in production planning and scheduling sof (...)
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lean initiative and lean master:
Many best-of-breed advanced planning and scheduling (APS) vendors have come and gone since the late 90s, when APS was hyped
as a tool that would b...
Published:
2010-11-30
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Abstract:
Learn about the five strategies used by successful small and medium-sized business (SMB) manufacturers. Download this free
white paper. A common issue for small to medium business (SMB) manufacturers is how to increase revenue and grow their businesses
without significantly adding staff. Unfortunately, th (...)
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Do More with Less: The Five Strategies Used by Successful SMB Manufacturers. Source: Infor. Document Type: White Paper Description
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Published:
2010-03-11
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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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... The subject was about a new initiative by PW ... are shipped, as opposed
to shipping master waybills and ... must be able to deliver daily (lean
manufacturing), and it ...
Published:
2008-11-11
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Abstract:
For a successful customer relationship management (CRM) implementation, the chief executive officer (CEO) must have an ongoing
role in the process. The project implementer must be aware of common CRM misconceptions, and communicate the nature of CRM
to c-level management. (...)
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For a successful customer relationship management (CRM) implementation, the chief executive officer (CEO) must have an ongoing
role in the process...
Published:
2006-11-23
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Deltek's founders have managed the company with great success by expanding client focus into the commercial sector during
the late 1980s. In 1991, Deltek began to configure its software for larger customers. Since 2001, a key growth strategy for
Deltek has been providing additional front-office software (...)
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Deltek's founders have managed the company with great success by expanding client focus into the commercial sector during
the late 1980s. In 1991,...
Published:
2004-01-09
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Abstract:
The Strategic CFO. Read IT Reports Related To Strategic CFO. Financial pressures can strain even the most efficient and lean
company. So forward-thinking companies should now turn to the chief financial officer (CFO). The strategic CFO is equipped
with the tools, plans, and fiscal philosophy that can tra (...)
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The Strategic CFO. Read IT Reports Related To Strategic CFO. Financial pressures can strain even the most efficient and lean
company. So forward-th...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
An effective business case must link CRM with achieving organizational objectives; but this step is just the beginning. Credibility
implies that the document clearly delineates assumptions regarding cause and effect plus the mechanism that will be used to
assess results and declare success. (...)
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lean initiative and lean master:
An effective business case must link CRM with achieving organizational objectives; but this step is just the beginning. Credibility
implies that t...
Published:
2004-11-09
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Abstract:
Deltek has focused on addressing the unique business needs of project-oriented organizations. Its product line has expanded
from applications for managing the core back-office processes to the front-office and e-business of professional services
and other project-based companies, of which many provide pr (...)
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Deltek has focused on addressing the unique business needs of project-oriented organizations. Its product line has expanded
from applications for ...
Published:
2004-01-10
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Abstract:
To maximize the return on investment of a customer relationship management system, a new CRM best practices model should
be used. A point-based system, self-assessment model that emphasizes senior management leadership and the need to create a
culture consistent with CRM can lead to a deployment strategy (...)
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lean initiative and lean master:
To maximize the return on investment of a customer relationship management system, a new CRM best practices model should be
used. A point-based sy...
Published:
2004-10-22
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Abstract:
An effective business case must link CRM with achieving organizational objectives; but this step is just the beginning. Credibility
implies that the document clearly delineates assumptions regarding cause and effect plus the mechanism that will be used to
assess results and declare success. (...)
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lean initiative and lean master:
An effective business case must link CRM with achieving organizational objectives; but this step is just the beginning. Credibility
implies that t...
Published:
2004-11-09
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Abstract:
On September 18, 2000, Great Plains (Nasdaq: GPSI), announced the expansion of its Application Service Provider (ASP) initiative.
Great Plains has evolved its ASP partner program to better meet the diverse needs of its ASP partners and their customers (...)
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On September 18, 2000, Great Plains (Nasdaq: GPSI), announced the expansion of its Application Service Provider (ASP) initiative.
Great Plains has...
Published:
2000-10-04
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Abstract:
Customer relationship management is a sophisticated set of customer-facing tools; however, its technology has outpaced the
management strategy used to implement it. Moreover, murky definitions and objectives have caused varying degrees of success
and failure to emerge from the same initiative. Clearly de (...)
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Customer relationship management is a sophisticated set of customer-facing tools; however, its technology has outpaced the
management strategy use...
Published:
2004-10-21
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Abstract:
Most retailers might say that they are customer-centric, but what does that really mean? After all, there is a huge difference
between simply serving a customer and centering on a customer's specific needs and satisfaction. (...)
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Most retailers might say that they are customer-centric, but what does that really mean? After all, there is a huge difference
between simply serv...
Published:
2006-06-23