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Abstract:
On one hand, some archrivals (e.g., Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle) are becoming strange bedfellows, while, on the other hand,
the others (e.g., Microsoft and Sun) remain set on irreconcilable differences between their technology camps. What are users
to do when torn between the hype/promise of Web services (...)
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net software development:
... NET is admittedly a crucial development for Microsoft, as the software
behemoth's attempt to position itself for the next generation of Web-based applications ...
Published:
2002-03-20
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Abstract:
Jeff Bates's experience in developing and managing SourceForge.net and Slashdot communities sheds light on encouraging the
interest of participants in the open source community. He discusses important technology considerations toward aiding distributed
software development efforts. (...)
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net software development:
Jeff Bates's experience in developing and managing SourceForge.net and Slashdot communities sheds light on encouraging
the interest of participant...
Published:
2005-07-26
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Abstract:
The battle for the dominance in Web services has so far largely been a war of words without the clear winner yet (and not
any time soon). While interoperability seems to currently be the motivation for bigger players to suspend hostilities and
focus on standards adoption, the desire for domination will t (...)
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net software development:
... of the software development kit, which it claims will begin to deliver
some of the promises of its long touted, but yet to be fully clarified .NET strategy. ...
Published:
2002-03-21
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Abstract:
One should imagine how humongous the job of delivering plug-and-play packaged middleware components for a number of other
disparate applications SAP will attempt to enshroud in its xApps will be. In practice, the drawbacks of heterogeneous environment
will not be eliminated – while communication betwee (...)
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net software development:
One should imagine how humongous the job of delivering plug-and-play packaged middleware components for a number of other
disparate applications S...
Published:
2003-03-07
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Abstract:
The Microsoft .NET strategy continues to confuse many, due to the lack of understanding of the technology. Indeed, because
of the massive marketing campaign undertaken by Microsoft, many vendors have adopted a "too liberal" approach to marketing
.NET Framework-based initiatives. (...)
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net software development:
The Microsoft .NET strategy continues to confuse many, due to the lack of understanding of the technology. Indeed, because
of the massive marketin...
Published:
2006-10-02
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Abstract:
Even as TEC analyzed Epicor's sale of its Impresa for MRO division, Epicor announced the sale of its Platinum for Windows
(PFW) product line. Plagued by depleted revenues and continued hefty losses amid a difficult market situation, Epicor is trying
to pull some other beleaguered competitors' trick - the (...)
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net software development:
Even as TEC analyzed Epicor's sale of its Impresa for MRO division, Epicor announced the sale of its Platinum for Windows
(PFW) product line. Plag...
Published:
2001-06-05
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Abstract:
Taking advantage of its rival Microsoft’s either reticence or satiation, Epicor recently acquired its long-term partner Clarus
for an almost next to nothing price to provide mid-market with a solid add-on e-procurement and, eventually, SRM value proposition
too. (...)
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net software development:
Taking advantage of its rival Microsoft’s either reticence or satiation, Epicor recently acquired its long-term partner Clarus
for an almost next ...
Published:
2002-12-04
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Abstract:
The Microsoft .NET versus J2EE platform argument often takes on the vehemence of a religious debate. Choosing one may amount
to "betting the farm", whereas choosing neither or both typically forces unwieldy workarounds or excruciating duplicate development
efforts. (...)
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net software development:
The Microsoft .NET versus J2EE platform argument often takes on the vehemence of a religious debate. Choosing one may amount
to "betting the farm"...
Published:
2004-12-08
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Abstract:
By harnessing .NET possibly more zealously than its creator Microsoft’s Great Plains and Navision enterprise counterparts,
and while difficult market conditions continue to persist, Epicor might be showing us that ‘a brave heart and wise mind’ can
keep it in the mid-market leadership race amongst a (...)
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net software development:
... and functions based on Microsoft's .NET technology framework and ...
cash position and current development work in ... for contemporary Internet-based, 'software
as a ...
Published:
2002-06-11
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Abstract:
As long as the "old" software is meeting business needs, new technology is not the change driver, which makes building replacement
products on a new framework a higher risk strategy. Product functionality still matters and, while it is important for enterprise
applications providers to implement the late (...)
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net software development:
As long as the "old" software is meeting business needs, new technology is not the change driver, which makes building
replacement products on a n...
Published:
2004-06-25
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Abstract:
The Microsoft .NET strategy continues to confuse many, due to the lack of understanding of the technology. Indeed, because
of the massive marketing campaign undertaken by Microsoft, many vendors have adopted a "too liberal" approach to marketing
.NET Framework-based initiatives. (...)
Excerpt related to
net software development:
The Microsoft .NET strategy continues to confuse many, due to the lack of understanding of the technology. Indeed, because
of the massive marketin...
Published:
2006-10-02
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Abstract:
Using technologies that are intrinsically compatible should result in faster and less costly development. Thus, any application
suite rewritten in the Microsoft .NET managed code framework should not have to contend with inefficiencies resulting from
mixing or wrapping technologies. (...)
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net software development:
Using technologies that are intrinsically compatible should result in faster and less costly development. Thus, any application
suite rewritten in...
Published:
2006-10-04
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Abstract:
Throughout June, American Software, Inc. continued to announce additional functions that broaden the scope of its e-intelliprise
application suite. It also announced financial results for fiscal 2000. (...)
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net software development:
Throughout June, American Software, Inc. continued to announce additional functions that broaden the scope of its e-intelliprise
application suite...
Published:
2000-07-24
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Abstract:
Having reached its first decade of existence, Intuitive Manufacturing Systems, a stealth mid-market ERP provider, has long
taken the plunge of rewriting its system onto the pure Microsoft .NET managed code framework, which might bear fruits in the
long run, if not immediately. (...)
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net software development:
Having reached its first decade of existence, Intuitive Manufacturing Systems, a stealth mid-market ERP provider, has long
taken the plunge of rew...
Published:
2004-06-22
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Abstract:
Mid-market process ERP vendor Ross Systems is being acquired by its Chinese distributor, chinadotcom. Unlike some recent
acquisitions that are based on the consumption of weaker players to pilfer a customer base, this acquisition appears to provide
both parties with solid strategic benefits. This may be (...)
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net software development:
Mid-market process ERP vendor Ross Systems is being acquired by its Chinese distributor, chinadotcom. Unlike some recent acquisitions
that are bas...
Published:
2003-10-03
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Abstract:
Enterprise Application Integration vendor Software Technologies Corp. (STC) announced the filing by the company of a Registration
Statement with the Securities and Exchanges Commission relating to the proposed initial public offering of up to $100 million
of its common stock. (...)
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net software development:
... STC will use the net proceeds from the ... STC's comprehensive
e*Gate software suite provides companies ... This development should allow
STC some maneuvering room ...
Published:
2000-03-03
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Abstract:
While SAP’s determination to become service-oriented architecture applications Lingua Franca evangelist should be of vital
importance to its customers and for the general market direction, one should in the short-term expect tremors rather than
tectonic moves and a speedy extinction of many pre-histori (...)
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net software development:
While SAP’s determination to become service-oriented architecture applications Lingua Franca evangelist should be of vital
importance to its custo...
Published:
2003-03-05
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Abstract:
Given the "once bitten, twice shy" adage, one should imagine Epicor has carefully thought out the rationale for the recent
acquisitions of ROI Systems and TDC Solutions, so that they are not a knee-jerk, 'me too' impulse owing to the ongoing consolidation
craze in the market. (...)
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net software development:
Given the "once bitten, twice shy" adage, one should imagine Epicor has carefully thought out the rationale for
the recent acquisitions of ROI Sys...
Published:
2003-08-22
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Abstract:
Plagued by depleted revenues and continued hefty losses amid a difficult market situation, Epicor is trying to pull some
other beleaguered competitors' trick - the selling of non-core parts of the business. (...)
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net software development:
Plagued by depleted revenues and continued hefty losses amid a difficult market situation, Epicor is trying to pull some other
beleaguered competi...
Published:
2001-06-01
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Abstract:
On February 14, Industrial & Financial Systems (IFS AB) announced an increase in net revenue for 1999 to Swedish Kroner (SEK)
1,948 M compared to SEK 1,238 M in 1998, an increase of 57% compared with the previous year. (...)
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net software development:
On February 14, Industrial & Financial Systems (IFS AB) announced an increase in net revenue for 1999 to Swedish Kroner
(SEK) 1948 M compared to ...
Published:
2000-03-08