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There is certainly room to ask the fundamental question of whether the traditional practice of RFI/RFP-based selection processes
has been adequate for the task of selecting complex systems. The record indicates there is much room for improvement. In essence,
for complex selections like in the case of ent (...)
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There is certainly room to ask the fundamental question of whether the traditional practice of RFI/RFP-based selection processes
has been adequate...
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2003-10-27
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Abstract:
Owing to learning from the past experiences and to the help of specialized selection service providers, selecting an enterprise
package has to a degree, become a routine occurrence in the life of an IT organization. Recently however, there has been much
noise created by some pundits and vendors belittlin (...)
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Owing to learning from the past experiences and to the help of specialized selection service providers, selecting an enterprise
package has to a d...
Published:
2003-10-25
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Abstract:
The unique business needs of project-oriented organizations, when addressed by large ERP vendors that offer general-purpose
enterprise software, typically require heavy customization in order to work. On the other hand, when project-oriented organizations
turn to small off-the-shelf project-management s (...)
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The unique business needs of project-oriented organizations, when addressed by large ERP vendors that offer general-purpose
enterprise software, t...
Published:
2005-01-26
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Abstract:
There is certainly room to ask the fundamental question of whether the traditional practice of RFI/RFP-based selection processes
has been adequate for the task of selecting complex systems. The record indicates there is much room for improvement. In essence,
for complex selections like in the case of ent (...)
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There is certainly room to ask the fundamental question of whether the traditional practice of RFI/RFP-based selection processes
has been adequate...
Published:
2003-10-27
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Abstract:
RFPs and selection tools typically focus on features and functions. The business process protagonists consider this focus
old fashioned. However, users want and need an inventory or check lists of the functions to understand if the business process
will work. One always has to start from somewhere, and t (...)
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RFPs and selection tools typically focus on features and functions. The business process protagonists consider this focus
old fashioned. However, ...
Published:
2003-10-28
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Abstract:
Most of the manufacturing software vendors have planning and scheduling software which assume either infinite production
capacity for calculating quantities of raw material and work in progress (WIP) requirements or infinite quantities of raw
and WIP materials for calculating production capacity. There a (...)
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Most of the manufacturing software vendors have planning and scheduling software which assume either infinite production capacity
for calculating ...
Published:
2004-10-12
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Abstract:
Having to deliver a number of functionalities through third-party solutions, which are natively offered by many larger competitors,
may deter some interface-wary customers. Thus, Relevant should try to provide as many third-party solutions as possible as
a standard configuration, which should make custom (...)
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Having to deliver a number of functionalities through third-party solutions, which are natively offered by many larger competitors,
may deter some...
Published:
2005-01-28
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Abstract:
Invensys must communicate its successes and strategy to the marketplace, and must aggressively invest in customer satisfaction,
marketing, and sales. IPS must convince customers and prospects that it is here to stay; while the functionally rich products
are great advantages, many other considerations mak (...)
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Invensys must communicate its successes and strategy to the marketplace, and must aggressively invest in customer satisfaction,
marketing, and sal...
Published:
2003-05-14
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Abstract:
The SCT User Conference featured industry analysts from Gartner Group, AMR Research and Meta Group each sharing its vision
for the future of enterprise systems with the audience. Customers, in special interest groups and in presentations discussed
their success with SCT’s products. SCT showed both th (...)
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... focused on a different aspect of systems, with the ... discussed the
management of multiple business units in ... Interest Groups by company type (food,
chemical, etc ...
Published:
2001-05-21
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Abstract:
Ensuring Food Safety and Brand Protection through Supply Chain Traceability.Reports and Other Software Program to Use In Your
System of Supply Chain Traceability. To ensure the safety of domestic and global food supplies, demands for brand protection
assurance are on the rise from customers in the food in (...)
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Ensuring Food Safety and Brand Protection through Supply Chain Traceability.Reports and Other Software Program to Use In Your
System of Supply Chai...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
All the recent management trends from Continuous Improvement to Business Process Re-engineering have had the same issue we
see with E-Business. They have enterprise-wide implications and tend to become part of the corporate department that started
the initiative. This article recommends a more strategi (...)
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... food and chemical industries, his business background includes executive
positions in Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, Logistics, Production ...
Published:
2003-07-05
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Abstract:
The food and beverage industries have very special needs, many of which are externally regulated. Read on to discover some
of the unique challenges and software requirements for these industries. (...)
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The food and beverage industries have very special needs, many of which are externally regulated. Read on to discover some
of the unique challenge...
Published:
2009-11-27
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Abstract:
TEC product certification report: Oracle E-Business Suite (12.1) for process ERP systems is now available. Read free white
paper. Oracle E-Business Suite (12.1) is now TEC Certified for online comparison of process manufacturing enterprise resource
planning (ERP) systems in TEC's Evaluation Centers. The c (...)
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TEC product certification report: Oracle E-Business Suite (12.1) for process ERP systems is now available. Read free white
paper. Oracle E-Business...
Published:
2010-05-13
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Abstract:
Product lifecycle management (PLM) implementation brings its own set of challenges, whether considering vendor selection,
employee perception management, or actual implementation. However, based on experience and study, it is possible to describe
the best practices for overcoming these challenges. (...)
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... with mapping and defining common business processes ... Then they will
cooperate in evaluating current and new ... rather, improved performance of systems
will provide ...
Published:
2006-07-05
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Abstract:
This partnership provides SAP with the opportunity to further extend its reach within its large corporate customer base by
serving the needs of its distant smaller plants and divisions dispersed around the globe. Thus, SAP should hereby have the
wherewithal to defend its major accounts from encroachment (...)
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This partnership provides SAP with the opportunity to further extend its reach within its large corporate customer base by
serving the needs of it...
Published:
2004-05-11
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Abstract:
Small and medium food and beverage companies have the same regulatory requirements as large companies, but with significantly
fewer resources with which to address them. Companies need systems that can provide comprehensive traceability information
at the touch of a button. (...)
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... in gaining the channel master's business, and smaller ... Companies
need systems that can provide comprehensive ... When evaluating compliance
options, food companies ...
Published:
2006-11-03
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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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Abstract:
Users increasingly look for an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system designed for a specific business, since software
that combines industry-specific functionality with the flexibility to accommodate each company's unique processes goes a long
way toward improving the functional fit and the speed of (...)
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Users increasingly look for an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system designed for a specific business, since software
that combines industry-s...
Published:
2004-05-03
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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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Abstract:
Part of Made2Manage Systems acquisition strategy includes taking on a more global presence through acquisition of non-US
companies that offer software, services, and support, particularly companies that sell direct into non-US countries, although
not limited to that. Its growth strategy states that it pl (...)
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Part of Made2Manage Systems acquisition strategy includes taking on a more global presence through acquisition of non-US companies
that offer soft...
Published:
2005-02-24