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This article discusses the risks and opportunities related to outsourcing software development to China. It concludes that
China, as an outsourcing destination, has different risk exposures in comparison with India. However, going to China may also
bring opportunities considering the pressure of further (...)
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software projects for development:
... By working with North American clients on numerous development projects
for a long period of time, many Indian software developers are able to reach ...
Published:
2008-11-17
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Abstract:
Creating outsourcing centers is a viable option for companies under pressure to develop quality products with tight time
and budget restraints. Mid-market companies, however, often do not have this option, but can still benefit from partnering
with an outsourcing provider. (...)
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software projects for development:
Creating outsourcing centers is a viable option for companies under pressure to develop quality products with tight time and
budget restraints. Mi...
Published:
2005-12-01
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Abstract:
Resource allocation and phase-based processes are key features to consider when selecting a project portfolio management
solution for new product development (NPD) projects. More importantly, NPD projects demand a best practices framework, like
Stage-Gate®, for their success. (...)
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Resource allocation and phase-based processes are key features to consider when selecting a project portfolio management solution
for new product ...
Published:
2006-01-06
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Many companies are looking to outsource development and maintenance of their application software. Common reasons that companies
outsource application software are to reduce their costs, improve quality, obtain flexible staffing levels, and obtain improved
service and support so they can focus on their c (...)
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... can utilize an outsourcing provider to supplement or support their application software.
... One option is to outsource one or more specific development projects.
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Published:
2004-09-29
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For all but a few astronomers, black holes are unknown in the realm of ordinary experience. Analogs do exist, however, in
the more terrestrial domain of business process reengineering and take the form of supply chain management implementations.
Real-life examples offer insights that may help prevent y (...)
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For all but a few astronomers, black holes are unknown in the realm of ordinary experience. Analogs do exist, however, in
the more terrestrial do...
Published:
2002-10-19
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Abstract:
Before c-commerce bad estimates and unintended impacts were issues businesses managed. Cost and schedule overruns and disruptions
to the business caused by IT projects were an internal affair. Not any more. Not when the business participates in a c-commerce
alliance. EIS brings a new IT operating mod (...)
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Before c-commerce bad estimates and unintended impacts were issues businesses managed. Cost and schedule overruns and disruptions
to the business...
Published:
2001-03-26
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Abstract:
The statistics for completing packaged software implementation projects are grim. This article examines how the software
evaluation, selection, and procurement process is key to successful software implementations. (...)
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... ie references, viability, future development, support, etc.), ... A
structured and disciplined software evaluation and ... and systems implementation projects
for multi ...
Published:
2003-02-11
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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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... open source projects and then work with their clients to provide the types of things
they need the software to do (sponsored development, customization ...
Published:
2005-12-31
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Abstract:
Software development has spawned an independent industry in its own right. But the processes of asking for service, offering
service, and pricing are all somewhat haphazard. Perhaps it's time to focus efforts on resolving the key paradoxes of software
estimation. (...)
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Software development has spawned an independent industry in its own right. But the processes of asking for service, offering
service, and pricing ...
Published:
2006-08-18
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Abstract:
Many software applications are indispensable for the operation and management of the enterprise. They, however, may actually
stifle creativity--arguably the most valuable aspect of human capital--by requiring the user to adapt to the tool rather than
have the tool supporting the user. (...)
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software projects for development:
Many software applications are indispensable for the operation and management of the enterprise. They, however, may actually
stifle creativity--ar...
Published:
2005-01-31
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Abstract:
Taking Measures for True Success: How to Choose Software That Meets Your Needs. Download Whitepaper on Software That Meets
Your Needs. A failed software implementation can cost companies millions in wasted time and money. To ensure your software
selection project isn’t a sorry statistic, use the right m (...)
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Taking Measures for True Success: How to Choose Software That Meets Your Needs. Download Whitepaper on Software That Meets
Your Needs. A failed sof...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Open Source vs. Closed Source (Proprietary) Software. Acquire Free Guides and IT Reports In Relation To Open Source Software.
Do you understand the differences between open source and closed source (proprietary) software? To make an informed decision
when choosing between them, you need to know the advant (...)
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Open Source vs. Closed Source (Proprietary) Software. Acquire Free Guides and IT Reports In Relation To Open Source Software.
Do you understand the...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Creating outsourcing centers is a viable option for companies under pressure to develop quality products with tight time
and budget restraints. Mid-market companies, however, often do not have this option, but can still benefit from partnering
with an outsourcing provider. (...)
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software projects for development:
Creating outsourcing centers is a viable option for companies under pressure to develop quality products with tight time and
budget restraints. Mi...
Published:
2005-12-01
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Abstract:
Deltek recognizes that most organizations run their enterprises by using a sort of closed-loop, corrective action process.
However, most product-based businesses still need solutions to replace manual workarounds, and Deltek has embarked on a mission
to garner a one-stop-shopping portfolio. (...)
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Deltek recognizes that most organizations run their enterprises by using a sort of closed-loop, corrective action process.
However, most product-b...
Published:
2006-07-12
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Abstract:
IT projects fail regularly—considerably missing expectations, drastically overrunning budgets, significantly missing deadlines,
and far too often having to be abandoned entirely. Research shows us that this is the rule, not the exception. Research also
tells us why. (...)
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... is canceled at some point during the development cycle. ... Research
(www.peerstone.com) focuses on projects that involve application software products and ...
Published:
2005-06-11
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Abstract:
IT projects fail regularly—considerably missing expectations, drastically overrunning budgets, significantly missing deadlines,
and far too often having to be abandoned entirely. Research shows us that this is the rule, not the exception. Research also
tells us why. (...)
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software projects for development:
... is canceled at some point during the development cycle. ... Research
(www.peerstone.com) focuses on projects that involve application software products and ...
Published:
2005-06-11
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Abstract:
Oracle is in the processing of developing their product lifecycle management capabilities. The question is whether they will
accomplish this through the acquisition of a pure-play PLM vendor, or through internal technology development. (...)
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Oracle is in the processing of developing their product lifecycle management capabilities. The question is whether they will
accomplish this throu...
Published:
2006-02-03
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Abstract:
Taking Measures for True Success: How to Choose Software That Meets Your Needs. Download Whitepaper on Software That Meets
Your Needs. A failed software implementation can cost companies millions in wasted time and money. To ensure your software
selection project isn’t a sorry statistic, use the right m (...)
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software projects for development:
Taking Measures for True Success: How to Choose Software That Meets Your Needs. Download Whitepaper on Software That Meets
Your Needs. A failed sof...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
By acquiring a leading PSA vendor and deciding to go public, in addition to the new functional and technological enhancements
to its flagship lawson.insight suite due in August, Lawson Software continues to boldly challenge bigger competitors, primarily
PeopleSoft and Oracle. (...)
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By acquiring a leading PSA vendor and deciding to go public, in addition to the new functional and technological enhancements
to its flagship laws...
Published:
2001-07-31
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Abstract:
Karl Fogel is a founding developer of the Subversion project and is employed by CollabNet. In the following interview, Karl
covers key social aspects of coordinating developers as well as the difficulties and advantages of managing an open source,
distributed development project. (...)
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Karl Fogel is a founding developer of the Subversion project and is employed by CollabNet. In the following interview, Karl
covers key social aspe...
Published:
2005-07-27