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Abstract:
While the existing loyal client base and affiliate channel remains MAPICS’ trump card in these difficult times, the recent
partnership initiatives bundled with a unified product branding might be the way to more effectively sell beyond the current
XA client base, which is the must for the long-term via (...)
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While the existing loyal client base and affiliate channel remains MAPICS’ trump card in these difficult times, the recent
partnership initiatives...
Published:
2001-10-08
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Abstract:
On May 2, SAP AG, the leading provider of enterprise software applications, announced a strategic alliance with Nortel Networks
to develop and integrate industry-specific CRM solutions. (...)
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On May 2, SAP AG, the leading provider of enterprise software applications, announced a strategic alliance with Nortel Networks
to develop and int...
Published:
2000-05-31
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Abstract:
BigMachines differentiates itself in the quote-to-order (Q2O) sphere due to its solutions’ lean end-to-end, inquiry-to-order
focus. Although there are other vendors offering Q2O as a service, BigMachines product is arguably more flexible, as high
tech manufacturers may be noting. (...)
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BigMachines differentiates itself in the quote-to-order (Q2O) sphere due to its solutions’ lean end-to-end, inquiry-to-order
focus. Although there...
Published:
2008-08-22
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Abstract:
While pundits have been debating whether the configuration software deserves to be a CRM module on its own, it is certainly
a part of the much broader CRM class of products, which typically includes front-office applications for sales force automation
(SFA), marketing automation, and field service/call c (...)
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While pundits have been debating whether the configuration software deserves to be a CRM module on its own, it is certainly
a part of the much bro...
Published:
2002-11-08
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Abstract:
PeopleSoft claims that its next major release, PeopleSoft 8, which is due in a few weeks time, will allay persistent perceptions
that PeopleSoft is still not a full-fledged player in manufacturing. (...)
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PeopleSoft claims that its next major release, PeopleSoft 8, which is due in a few weeks time, will allay persistent perceptions
that PeopleSoft i...
Published:
2000-07-17
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Abstract:
In anatomic terms, J.D. Edwards has been showing some muscles on top of its solid but unexciting ERP skeleton and XPI-based
connective tissue, chords and cartilages. (...)
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In anatomic terms, JD Edwards has been showing some muscles on top of its solid but unexciting ERP skeleton and XPI-based
connective tissue, cho...
Published:
2002-01-16
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Abstract:
While the benefit of obtaining .NET-based product is evident, the downside is also that due to the companies’ dissimilar
technologies in the past, MAPICS will now be burdened to look after both its AS/400 and Frontstep’s Progress based old customers,
whose only common trait at this stage might be anx (...)
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While the benefit of obtaining .NET-based product is evident, the downside is also that due to the companies’ dissimilar technologies
in the past,...
Published:
2002-12-31
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Abstract:
PeopleSoft manufacturing customers and J.D. Edwards customers in service industries should assess the vendor's product plans
given these customers might benefit if PeopleSoft shares functions between the product sets. (...)
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... or payroll system, financial modules, CRM, SRM, and e ... their short-list
when evaluating SCM packages ... example, is aimed at high-tech
manufacturers subcontracting ...
Published:
2004-01-28
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Abstract:
PeopleSoft manufacturing customers and J.D. Edwards customers in service industries should assess the vendor's product plans
given these customers might benefit if PeopleSoft shares functions between the product sets. (...)
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crm evaluating for high tech components:
... or payroll system, financial modules, CRM, SRM, and e ... their short-list
when evaluating SCM packages ... example, is aimed at high-tech
manufacturers subcontracting ...
Published:
2004-01-28
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Abstract:
MAPICS remains a stable company, with a strong financial position, depth of manufacturing knowledge, a strong customer service
record, and a developed affiliate channel, which has also broadened its product offering. Combined respective MAPICS and Frontstep
customers and partners should be encouraged by (...)
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MAPICS remains a stable company, with a strong financial position, depth of manufacturing knowledge, a strong customer service
record, and a devel...
Published:
2003-10-15
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Abstract:
E-business has prompted a lot of vendors to move towards creating electronic product lifecycle management (e-PLM) suites.
However, enterprise resource planning vendors with extensive e-commerce initiatives, development staffs, and renewed interest
in PLM, are as likely to lead the way. (...)
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E-business has prompted a lot of vendors to move towards creating electronic product lifecycle management (e-PLM) suites.
However, enterprise reso...
Published:
2005-10-21
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Abstract:
Since the late nineties, enterprise resource planning (ERP) vendors have developed functionality for vertical markets in
the service industry. Simultaneously, professional services automation (PSA) became a viable software category. Consequently,
deciphering the difference between ERP and PSA remains a c (...)
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Since the late nineties, enterprise resource planning (ERP) vendors have developed functionality for vertical markets in the
service industry. Sim...
Published:
2006-04-13
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... taken the lead in evaluating and investing in ... The high-tech
(hardware and software) and communications ... with customer relationship management (CRM)
vendors such ...
Published:
2011-08-03
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Abstract:
Now that PeopleSoft has a pure Internet platform, a new set of products and a new assertive attitude, it faces strong retaliatory
actions from the competition. Can it achieve number two in the ERP space? (...)
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Now that PeopleSoft has a pure Internet platform, a new set of products and a new assertive attitude, it faces strong retaliatory
actions from the...
Published:
2001-06-07
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Abstract:
PeopleSoft, once a high flyer owing to its congenial culture and slick ERP product, has unveiled a number of new, possibly
revolutionary enterprise applications that it hopes will help it end a protracted dry season and put it back on the ERP top
chart. The company has invested two years and over a half (...)
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PeopleSoft, once a high flyer owing to its congenial culture and slick ERP product, has unveiled a number of new, possibly
revolutionary enterpris...
Published:
2000-09-07
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Abstract:
Technology Evaluation Centers (TEC) Principal Analyst P.J. Jakovljevic rediscovers Cincom Acquire and lets its product management
and product marketing team have its say. Cincom executives lay out some facts, and Technology Evaluation Centers (TEC) Principal
Analyst P.J. Jakovljevic discovers that Cincom (...)
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Technology Evaluation Centers (TEC) Principal Analyst PJ Jakovljevic rediscovers Cincom Acquire and lets its product management
and product marke...
Published:
2011-09-08
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Abstract:
Why has it been so difficult for CRM point solution providers to even find a white knight, which has not generally been the
case with even ancient ERP products? Could it be that while the traditional introspective mind-set of ERP becomes history,
its functionality remains critical and CRM is being absorb (...)
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Why has it been so difficult for CRM point solution providers to even find a white knight, which has not generally been the
case with even ancient...
Published:
2003-03-28
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Abstract:
MAPICS hereby joins the raft of enterprise resource planning (ERP) vendors that are making their way into the product lifecycle
management (PLM) market by bundling or partnering strategically to embed PLM functions within their suites. (...)
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... compliance and patent protection; high-tech and fashion ...
reality is that a high percentage of ... and related products) should consider evaluating
MAPICS, given its ...
Published:
2004-07-22
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Abstract:
Product lifecycle management (PLM) doesn't work, but it should. Industry's general approach and attitude to PLM mimics the
early days of customer relationship management (CRM) adoption, and lessons from that experience should help when tackling
the "ifs" and "hows" of PLM investment. (...)
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Product lifecycle management (PLM) doesn't work, but it should. Industry's general approach and attitude to PLM mimics
the early days of customer ...
Published:
2005-11-25
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Abstract:
The product development life cycle - innovate, conceptualize, plan, design, procure, produce, deliver, service, and retire
- naturally includes multiple people, operating in multiple departments, and typically from multiple companies, each with
locations in multiple countries around the world. Solving in (...)
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The product development life cycle - innovate, conceptualize, plan, design, procure, produce, deliver, service, and retire
- naturally includes mu...
Published:
2003-10-09