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Abstract:
Most manufacturers are now operating in a multi-enterprise, multi-echelon context, and their supply chain processes and supporting
IT tools need to accommodate responsive collaboration. Yet most enterprise resource planning systems currently used do not
adequately serve the needs of these businesses. (...)
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Most manufacturers are now operating in a multi-enterprise, multi-echelon context, and their supply chain processes and supporting
IT tools need t...
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2008-03-14
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Abstract:
The recent merger of enterprise resource planning vendors CMS Software (now known as Solarsoft Business Systems) and XKO
Software presents some challenges. Although little overlap exists between the companies’ product lines, customers should verify
that pre-merger support and service contracts are hono (...)
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The recent merger of enterprise resource planning vendors CMS Software (now known as Solarsoft Business Systems) and XKO Software
presents some ch...
Published:
2007-12-04
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The prefect complement to gain advantage in a tough economy.Download our free ERP whitepaper! When times get tough, some decision
makers reduce costs, and cut corners. In some situations, that doesn’t work. An economic downturn may actually be the perfect
time to invest in a significant IT expansion&mda (...)
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... downturn may actually be the perfect time to invest in a significant IT expansion—especially in areas
where a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Small and medium enterprises (SME) looking for software must understand their needs and articulate their expectations to
get what they want and need from software. (...)
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Small and medium enterprises (SME) looking for software must understand their needs and articulate their expectations to get
what they want and ne...
Published:
2005-10-17
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Abstract:
So you are looking for software to support the critical functions of your company. Unfortunately, you can't go to your local
Software'R'Us. This article discusses several sources and methods for identifying potential software vendors. It also examines
the pro's and con's of each method. (...)
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... often your competition is willing to share advice. ... warehouse management
systems (WMS), customer resource management (CRM), and enterprise asset management ...
Published:
2003-07-30
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Abstract:
So you are looking for software to support the critical functions of your company. Unfortunately, you can't go to your local
Software'R'Us. This article discusses several sources and methods for identifying potential software vendors. It also examines
the pro's and con's of each method. (...)
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advice on enterprise resource planning for beverage:
... often your competition is willing to share advice. ... warehouse management
systems (WMS), customer resource management (CRM), and enterprise asset management ...
Published:
2003-07-30
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While the merger is justifiable it does not provide the new entity with much room for mistakes. SynQuest also needs to quickly
figure out the best combination of its disparate products and technologies and articulate a clear and assuring message to
the market that it can deliver a strategy for the planni (...)
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While the merger is justifiable it does not provide the new entity with much room for mistakes. SynQuest also needs to quickly
figure out the best...
Published:
2002-10-10
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Abstract:
QAD has been pulling through the downturn with a real strength (especially in terms of new licenses, and with a strong balance
sheet and declining debt), a result of its persevering focus on manufacturing, which it recently coined in the slogan "A passion
for manufacturing". (...)
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QAD has been pulling through the downturn with a real strength (especially in terms of new licenses, and with a strong balance
sheet and declining...
Published:
2003-09-18
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Abstract:
Replace or Add-on to an aging ERP system is a dilemma faced by many companies today. This article discusses the trade-offs
involved in making that decision. (...)
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Replace or Add-on to an aging ERP system is a dilemma faced by many companies today. This article discusses the trade-offs
involved in making that...
Published:
2002-01-29
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Abstract:
This book simplifies explanations in order to understand the functionality related to operations and supply chain management
in process manufacturing. Some firms rely on out-of-the box functionality to help reduce risk, minimize custom development,
and increase predictability of successful implementation (...)
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advice on enterprise resource planning for beverage:
This book simplifies explanations in order to understand the functionality related to operations and supply chain management
in process manufacturi...
Published:
2010-09-15
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Abstract:
Controlling Complex Trade Promotion Management Issues for Suppliers To The Retail Chains. Read Information Linked To Trade
Promotion Management Issues for Suppliers to The Retail Chains. Almost $75 billion (USD) is spend on trade and promotion funds
every year. Unfortunately most enterprise resource plann (...)
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Controlling Complex Trade Promotion Management Issues for Suppliers To The Retail Chains. Read Information Linked To Trade
Promotion Management Iss...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Small and medium enterprises (SME) looking for software must understand their needs and articulate their expectations to
get what they want and need from software. (...)
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advice on enterprise resource planning for beverage:
Small and medium enterprises (SME) looking for software must understand their needs and articulate their expectations to get
what they want and ne...
Published:
2005-10-17
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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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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:
If you are an executive in a Tier 3 or Tier 4 manufacturing company and you have wondered where to start, whom to call, what
questions to ask, this article is for you. (...)
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If you are an executive in a Tier 3 or Tier 4 manufacturing company and you have wondered where to start, whom to call, what
questions to ask, thi...
Published:
2003-05-15
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Abstract:
An application product can never provide competitive advantage by itself, it is a function of how and how much is implemented.
A good implementation of a commodity software product can give you a short-term advantage until the competition catches up. (...)
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An application product can never provide competitive advantage by itself, it is a function of how and how much is implemented.
A good implementa...
Published:
2003-09-11
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Abstract:
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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... They are the only ones that can speak for the whole enterprise. ...
their primary focus is that of aligning the Human Resource to the ... Some very good advice
is there ...
Published:
2011-02-17
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Abstract:
There are two prevailing approaches for selecting enterprise-wide software: the functions and features approach and the business
processes approach. Yet a third alternative does exist—one that takes the best aspects of these two to provide the assurances
needed by the buyer and the efficiency desired b (...)
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... better use of this valuable resource by providing a ... that a vast
majority of enterprise software evaluations ... gut-feeling," an executive mandate,
advice from a ...
Published:
2008-01-21
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Abstract:
There are two prevailing approaches for selecting enterprise-wide software: the functions and features approach and the business
processes approach. Yet a third alternative does exist—one that takes the best aspects of these two to provide the assurances
needed by the buyer and the efficiency desired b (...)
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advice on enterprise resource planning for beverage:
... better use of this valuable resource by providing a ... that a vast
majority of enterprise software evaluations ... gut-feeling," an executive mandate,
advice from a ...
Published:
2008-01-21
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Abstract:
Recently, the traditional method of selecting software based on functions and features has come under scrutiny. Some even
suggest that this method is unduly drawn out and fails to focus on the critical processes of business. As you might expect,
vendors would rather sell you out-of-the-box business proce (...)
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advice on enterprise resource planning for beverage:
... better use of this valuable resource by providing a ... that a vast
majority of enterprise software evaluations ... gut-feeling", an executive mandate,
advice from a ...
Published:
2005-05-14