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Abstract:
ROI System is definitely a "user's vendor" that should raise the bar for customer care best practices amongst its competitors. (...)
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ROI System is definitely a "user's vendor" that should raise the bar for customer care best practices amongst
its competitors.
Published:
2003-06-04
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ROI's approach has always been to offer proven but not necessarily leading-edge product technology, which has allowed the
vendor to provide its customers with easy migration paths to updated technology. (...)
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ROI's approach has always been to offer proven but not necessarily leading-edge product technology, which has allowed
the vendor to provide its cu...
Published:
2003-06-03
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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:
Over past two decades, ROI Systems has shown the commitment to deliver solid discrete manufacturing functionality and superior
customer support, with modest growth and cautious new technology introduction as a consequence. Owing to its slow growth,
ROI has achieved a small market presence in general and (...)
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Over past two decades, ROI Systems has shown the commitment to deliver solid discrete manufacturing functionality and superior
customer support, w...
Published:
2000-06-22
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MAPICS remains a customer-focused organization with the mantra of helping customers in select verticals become world-class
manufacturers. (...)
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MAPICS remains a customer-focused organization with the mantra of helping customers in select verticals become world-class
manufacturers.
Published:
2003-10-11
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Abstract:
The time for existing Made2Manage customers and partners to act is now. The new owners’ motivation in buying the product
and vendor must have been the install base and that is you. Showing interest and being vocal about your needs is your part
in keeping the relationship the way you want it. (...)
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The time for existing Made2Manage customers and partners to act is now. The new owners’ motivation in buying the product and
vendor must have been...
Published:
2003-09-15
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Abstract:
Made2Manage Systems' decision to go private under wealthy Battery Ventures' wing appears to have been wise. Despite a draconic
exodus of former executives and the subsequent one-time restructuring, the vendor has produced tangible benefits for existing
customers. (...)
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Made2Manage Systems' decision to go private under wealthy Battery Ventures' wing appears to have been wise. Despite
a draconic exodus of former ex...
Published:
2005-02-22
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Abstract:
Made2Manage Systems' decision to go private under wealthy Battery Ventures' wing appears to have been wise. Despite a draconic
exodus of former executives and the subsequent one-time restructuring, the vendor has produced tangible benefits for existing
customers. (...)
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comparing business systems electronics:
Made2Manage Systems' decision to go private under wealthy Battery Ventures' wing appears to have been wise. Despite
a draconic exodus of former ex...
Published:
2005-02-22
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Abstract:
Although not necessarily unique to Made2Manage Systems, the strategy of taking a deep breath and reflecting upon how to proactively
better serve existing customers, and building upon that with a combined organic growth and growth via acquisitions, seems
to be a recipe for success these days. (...)
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Although not necessarily unique to Made2Manage Systems, the strategy of taking a deep breath and reflecting upon how to proactively
better serve e...
Published:
2005-02-26
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Abstract:
This tutorial identifies the significance of researching technology vendors to both buyers and vendors/VARs. Buyers require
research to determine the short list and vendors/VARs can use research to assess the viability of opportunities before
committing time and money to a sales effort. Since a ' (...)
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... peculiar to your business and industry (eg, multiple children bills of material in the
electronics industry), which need ... Relevant Business Systems,
INFIMACS II. ...
Published:
2002-03-11
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Abstract:
Having a system that can support mix-mode manufacturing without the need for artificial constraints would mean that the technology
is available to offer on demand manufacturing enterprise resource management to the marketplace. (...)
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Having a system that can support mix-mode manufacturing without the need for artificial constraints would mean that the technology
is available to...
Published:
2007-01-17
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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:
Although not necessarily unique to Made2Manage Systems, the strategy of taking a deep breath and reflecting upon how to proactively
better serve existing customers, and building upon that with a combined organic growth and growth via acquisitions, seems
to be a recipe for success these days. (...)
Excerpt related to
comparing business systems electronics:
Although not necessarily unique to Made2Manage Systems, the strategy of taking a deep breath and reflecting upon how to proactively
better serve e...
Published:
2005-02-26
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Abstract:
While competitive costs (low and flexible software license pricing and implementation costs) and outstanding global service
(proven fast implementations and customer loyalty) will remain important requirements for success, particularly in the lower
end of the market, vertical focus will be the key factor (...)
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While competitive costs (low and flexible software license pricing and implementation costs) and outstanding global service
(proven fast implement...
Published:
2003-10-14
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Abstract:
The European Union’s WEEE Directive requires electronics manufacturers of member states to manage and pay for electrical
and electronics waste recycling. Yet some prospective business service providers are waiting for the legislation and market
to mature before offering their solutions. (...)
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The European Union’s WEEE Directive requires electronics manufacturers of member states to manage and pay for electrical and
electronics waste rec...
Published:
2009-03-20
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Abstract:
Existing smaller customers of both acquired vendors should closely monitor any changes to determine whether they will continue
to receive acceptable support and service from their providers within these new arrangements. (...)
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Existing smaller customers of both acquired vendors should closely monitor any changes to determine whether they will continue
to receive acceptab...
Published:
2004-02-18
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Abstract:
QAD, a notable player in the upper middle of the discrete manufacturing market, embarked a few years ago on reinventing itself
by delivering applications that would optimize complex order fulfillment processes across multiple enterprises and divisions.
Another major product enhancement feat at the time w (...)
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QAD, a notable player in the upper middle of the discrete manufacturing market, embarked a few years ago on reinventing itself
by delivering appli...
Published:
2003-09-19
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Abstract:
The battle between Oracle, Microsoft, SAP, and IBM goes far beyond applications -- it goes right into the technology stack
or the enterprise infrastructure. As a result, these vendors are drilling down deeper to compete with each other. (...)
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The battle between Oracle, Microsoft, SAP, and IBM goes far beyond applications -- it goes right into the technology stack
or the enterprise infra...
Published:
2005-05-24
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Abstract:
The fact that the size does not necessarily mean everything in the enterprise applications space might be proven by Provia,
which certainly still continues to differentiate its value proposition despite its smaller stature and quieter nature compared
to most of its adversaries. Most recently, it would be (...)
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The fact that the size does not necessarily mean everything in the enterprise applications space might be proven by Provia,
which certainly still ...
Published:
2004-08-11
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Abstract:
The former staunch IBM AS/400-based ERP supplier to mid-market manufacturing companies, MAPICS, has become quite a larger
vendor and with a wider choice of products due to the recent acquisition of Frontstep and its entire product line, which included
ERP, CRM, and SCM, on a single Microsoft .NET-based t (...)
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The former staunch IBM AS/400-based ERP supplier to mid-market manufacturing companies, MAPICS, has become quite a larger
vendor and with a wider ...
Published:
2003-10-10