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Abstract:
Even before the mega merger, PeopleSoft had already set it sights on a bigger manufacturing presence. PeopleSoft’s acquisition
of mid-to-large ERP system developer J.D. Edwards this summer, and most recently demand flow and lean manufacturing software
solution from JCIT, might indicate some deep though (...)
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Even before the mega merger, PeopleSoft had already set it sights on a bigger manufacturing presence. PeopleSoft’s acquisition
of mid-to-large ERP...
Published:
2004-01-27
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Abstract:
Microsoft's foray into the CRM arena has not been a bed of roses, despite its indisputably large marketing muscle and R&D
investment, its strong channel, traditionally attractive pricing policies, and the aura and experience within the market segment.
Microsoft CRM remains both a threat and an opportunit (...)
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crm for global manufacturing:
Microsoft's foray into the CRM arena has not been a bed of roses, despite its indisputably large marketing muscle and
R&D investment, its strong c...
Published:
2003-08-29
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Abstract:
P.J. Jakovljevic clarifies the market positioning of Sage's enterprise resource planning (ERP) and customer relationship management
(CRM) portfolios. Having developed an extraordinary customer experience (ECE) strategy—“Enrich, Connect, Grow”—Sage is firming
up its enterprise resource planning (ER (...)
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PJ Jakovljevic clarifies the market positioning of Sage's enterprise resource planning (ERP) and customer relationship
management (CRM) portfolio...
Published:
2011-05-13
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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:
Although a relative newcomer, the Process Manufacturing Solutions division of SCT has been able to remain focused on the
process manufacturing industry. With the exit or weakening position of most other process-focused vendors, SCT should thrive.
However, its low profile marketing strategy, undeveloped c (...)
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Although a relative newcomer, the Process Manufacturing Solutions division of SCT has been able to remain focused on the process
manufacturing ind...
Published:
2001-01-15
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Abstract:
J.D. Edwards is leaner, meaner, much more aggressive and with a winning attitude than it has been in the past. It is not
easy to regain momentum in a down economy, and kudos to J.D. Edwards for seemingly succeeding in doing exactly that. (...)
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JD Edwards is leaner, meaner, much more aggressive and with a winning attitude than it has been in the past. It is not easy
to regain momentum i...
Published:
2002-10-07
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Abstract:
SSA Global's strategy to grow both organically and through acquisition while developing an end-to-end suite of applications
with one open platform architecture has allowed this traditional enterprise resource planning vendor to evolve into a supply
chain management solutions provider. (...)
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crm for global manufacturing:
SSA Global's strategy to grow both organically and through acquisition while developing an end-to-end suite of applications
with one open platform...
Published:
2006-01-19
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Abstract:
Manufacturing operations are characterized by a need for factory transformation management. Via software that uses a "virtual
factory" approach to synchronize the supply chain, Pelion Systems is attempting to establish a new market category, manufacturing
process optimization, to satisfy this need. (...)
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Manufacturing operations are characterized by a need for factory transformation management. Via software that uses a "virtual
factory" approach to...
Published:
2006-01-31
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Abstract:
On April 12, Industrial & Financial Systems, IFS AB announced the signing of a definitive agreement for Pivotal Corporation
to acquire its division Exactium Ltd. The agreement also launches a global alliance between IFS and Pivotal that will result
in Pivotal's sell-side eBusiness solutions being integra (...)
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crm for global manufacturing:
On April 12, Industrial & Financial Systems, IFS AB announced the signing of a definitive agreement for Pivotal Corporation
to acquire its divisio...
Published:
2000-05-16
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Abstract:
Baan remains one of only a handful of vendors that are capable of providing full application suites on scaleable platforms
that can be globally deployed by larger enterprises. (...)
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Baan remains one of only a handful of vendors that are capable of providing full application suites on scaleable platforms
that can be globally de...
Published:
2002-02-21
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Abstract:
Great Plains informed us during its Convergence 2001 annual user conference about its initial strides into the discrete manufacturing
market. The following is our view of Great Plains’ odds of success in this particular endeavor. (...)
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Great Plains informed us during its Convergence 2001 annual user conference about its initial strides into the discrete manufacturing
market. The ...
Published:
2001-05-01
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Abstract:
Even before the mega merger, PeopleSoft had already set it sights on a bigger manufacturing presence. PeopleSoft’s acquisition
of mid-to-large ERP system developer J.D. Edwards this summer, and most recently demand flow and lean manufacturing software
solution from JCIT, might indicate some deep though (...)
Excerpt related to
crm for global manufacturing:
Even before the mega merger, PeopleSoft had already set it sights on a bigger manufacturing presence. PeopleSoft’s acquisition
of mid-to-large ERP...
Published:
2004-01-27
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Abstract:
SSA Global seems to be doing some proper thinking while continuing to acquire new software companies. Recent unification
of its broadening collection of supply chain management (SCM) solutions under the SSA SCM brand and formation of a specialized
Strategic Solutions division--which also includes other e (...)
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crm for global manufacturing:
SSA Global seems to be doing some proper thinking while continuing to acquire new software companies. Recent unification of
its broadening collect...
Published:
2004-09-15
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Abstract:
Business processes must be enabled across the artificial boundaries of disparate applications that must work together to
support these business processes. To that end, business process management (BPM) could assist in compliance issues, can reduce
training requirements, and increase the overall efficienc (...)
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... explored such topics as turning global competitive threats ... quality
assurance, project management, manufacturing, and so on ... applications like SCM and CRM,
it is ...
Published:
2004-05-18
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Abstract:
QAD, one of the leading ERP vendors, announced a number of product and alliance initiatives during its annual user conference
in May. However, yet another saga in the tale of their expensive R&D operation was included in the report. (...)
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crm for global manufacturing:
QAD, one of the leading ERP vendors, announced a number of product and alliance initiatives during its annual user conference
in May. However, yet...
Published:
2000-09-25
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Abstract:
Lean manufacturing practices are employed to some degree on almost every manufacturing floor, but many companies aren't realizing
the real benefits of lean by bringing lean to their front-office operations. Here are a few tips on lean office operations. (...)
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Lean manufacturing practices are employed to some degree on almost every manufacturing floor, but many companies aren't
realizing the real benefit...
Published:
2009-01-07
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Abstract:
As the contest for the lower-end of the market intensifies, SAP is further honing a twofold strategy of promulgating its
mySAP All-in-One vertical offerings for the higher-end of the mid-market, while offering the SAP Business One product to appeal
to smaller enterprises with less complex processes. Soft (...)
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crm for global manufacturing:
As the contest for the lower-end of the market intensifies, SAP is further honing a twofold strategy of promulgating its mySAP
All-in-One vertical...
Published:
2004-05-07
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Abstract:
The PeopleSoft-J.D. Edwards merger was, in great part, about retaining the big five (or big four, or big three) seat and
the need to be bigger within shrinking market opportunities. The combined vendors should now a have solid foothold against
SAP and Oracle, particularly because one better-performing si (...)
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crm for global manufacturing:
The PeopleSoft-JD Edwards merger was, in great part, about retaining the big five (or big four, or big three) seat and the
need to be bigger wit...
Published:
2004-01-26
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Abstract:
By opting now for a “best of both worlds strategy,” J.D. Edwards might finally have a formula of getting out of the doldrums
it has been in for some time. While maintaining product flexibility, it can now provide its own ‘must have’ applications (e.g.
SCM and CRM), and offer, through partnerships (...)
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crm for global manufacturing:
By opting now for a “best of both worlds strategy,” JD Edwards might finally have a formula of getting out of the doldrums
it has been in for so...
Published:
2001-10-02
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Abstract:
Baan's viability is no longer an issue. Baan's rejuvenated management team has done a praiseworthy job of bringing the company
back to health while concurrently unveiling a new product release that can compete with the other products in the market.
Challenges however remain. (...)
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crm for global manufacturing:
Baan's viability is no longer an issue. Baan's rejuvenated management team has done a praiseworthy job of bringing
the company back to health whil...
Published:
2002-02-22