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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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... ensuring regulatory compliance and patent protection; high-tech and
fashion ... converse reality is that a high percentage of ... a PLM vendor,
go to Selecting a PLM ...
Published:
2004-07-22
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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:
The former die-hard IBM AS/400-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) supplier to mid-market manufacturing companies, MAPICS,
seems to have found its soul after the recent acquisition of its former competitor Frontstep and Frontstep's extended-ERP
product line on a Microsoft .NET-based technology platf (...)
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... has been discussed at great length (See The Many Faces of PLM), but, in a nutshell, it is the foundation
that supports the management and automation of product ...
Published:
2004-07-20
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Abstract:
To help fashion players achieve the most out of adopting PLM methodology and systems while respecting the uniqueness of fashion
products and business processes, the article introduces a two-layer model to facilitate the process of selecting a fashion
PLM solution. (...)
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... planners should be able to access historical planning and sales data to ...
regulatory requirement needs, as well as product-related components of environmental ...
Published:
2009-10-05
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Abstract:
Our quest for quality and well-priced mid-market CRM software solutions, takes us this week to review Surado Solutions Inc.
developers of Surado CRM Solutions. Surado positions itself high in many functional areas, against many mid-market software
vendors such as SalesLogix, Epicor, Microsoft CRM, Kana, (...)
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Our quest for quality and well-priced mid-market CRM software solutions, takes us this week to review Surado Solutions Inc.
developers of Surado C...
Published:
2003-10-16
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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:
We'll change your mind about Selecting ERP for Oil and Gas Industry Contractors and Vendors.Read our Free whitepaper. Many
oil and gas industry suppliers chose enterprise software prior to 1999, when software designed to meet the needs of the oil
and gas industry didn’t exist. This affects the efficienc (...)
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Selecting ERP for Oil and Gas Industry Contractors and Vendors. Source: IFS. Document Type: White Paper Description:
Many oil and ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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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:
The value of a requirement traceability matrix is in its ability to track and monitor each requirement to be incorporated
into the customer's product throughout the entire process of product development, and to detect defects at the earliest stage
possible. (...)
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The value of a requirement traceability matrix is in its ability to track and monitor each requirement to be incorporated
into the customer's prod...
Published:
2007-04-30
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Abstract:
Linking data to process is the realm of business process management (BPM). BPM's focus on process dramatically reduces the
amount of data that needs to be moved, and thereby reduces both the initial cost and ongoing maintenance cost of application
integration. (...)
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Linking data to process is the realm of business process management (BPM). BPM's focus on process dramatically reduces
the amount of data that ne...
Published:
2003-05-30
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Abstract:
Creating specific CRM strategies means developing measurable goals and calculating your ROI to achieve them. These in addition
to a technical framework, sales and marketing strategies, including Internet strategies, and customer satisfaction metrics
will create a smooth running CRM machine in your compan (...)
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Creating specific CRM strategies means developing measurable goals and calculating your ROI to achieve them. These in addition
to a technical fram...
Published:
2005-02-17
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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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sales force automation selecting for high tech components:
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:
When selecting a CRM vendor should you go with a one-source solution, reducing the need for integration with other corporate
data sources, or go with a best-of-breed approach, getting the best in each category but being left with standalone applications
that must be integrated? This article compares the (...)
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When selecting a CRM vendor should you go with a one-source solution, reducing the need for integration with other corporate
data sources, or go w...
Published:
2001-09-05
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Abstract:
Developing the competitive edge involves information gathering and communicating. Using a continuous feedback loop that incorporates
sales, service, and customer satisfaction, will help you realize the benefits of a CRM system. (...)
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Developing the competitive edge involves information gathering and communicating. Using a continuous feedback loop that incorporates
sales, servic...
Published:
2005-02-16
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Abstract:
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) addresses the full lifecycle of a product. The focus of most of the current PLM solutions,
however, does not make the most of the value available from servicing products after they have been sold. Service Lifecycle
Management (SLM) promises valuable business benefits (...)
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... benefit of SLM is the automation and optimization ... customer loyalty
and also increased sales and service ... starting his consulting firm, Tech-Clarity
Associates. ...
Published:
2003-06-11
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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:
With a PLM solution in place, a company has the ability to automate, monitor, and track product development and revision
processes with their customers, suppliers, and employees amid the increasing pressures of mass customization, globalization,
regulatory compliance, outsourcing, and product accountabil (...)
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With a PLM solution in place, a company has the ability to automate, monitor, and track product development and revision processes
with their cust...
Published:
2004-07-19
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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:
Customer Process Management: The Real-time Enterprise Depends On the Merging of CRM and BPM. Templates and Other Software
Program to Use In Your System Merging of CRM and BPM. Customer-facing processes are challenging to manage because they are
always changing. Conventional workflow automation and stand-a (...)
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Customer Process Management: The Real-time Enterprise Depends On the Merging of CRM and BPM. Templates and Other Software
Program to Use In Your Sy...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Oracle will not rest until it comes close (or even overtakes) Siebel in the CRM market. Its latest gimmick from its bag of
tricks was the recent launch of the OracleSalesOnline.com system, which allows businesses to use Oracle's SFA software for
free. However, any additional CRM components users might ne (...)
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Oracle will not rest until it comes close (or even overtakes) Siebel in the CRM market. Its latest gimmick from its bag of
tricks was the recent l...
Published:
2000-10-06