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Abstract:
With a heavy heart, in 1999, SAP had to go back to the drawing board, to do a thorough redesign of its erstwhile ill-reputed
Apparel & Footwear Solution (AFS). It appears that the effort was worthwhile. (...)
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implementations of business systems apparel industry:
... time and money consuming implementations that also ... to collaborative
enterprise management systems to simplify ... financials/accounting, business
intelligence (BI ...
Published:
2002-07-31
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Abstract:
With a heavy heart, in 1999, SAP had to go back to the drawing board, to do a thorough redesign of its erstwhile ill-reputed
Apparel & Footwear Solution (AFS). It appears that the effort was worthwhile. (...)
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implementations of business systems apparel industry:
... time and money consuming implementations that also ... to collaborative
enterprise management systems to simplify ... financials/accounting, business
intelligence (BI ...
Published:
2002-07-31
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Abstract:
ERP remains the information backbone for contemporary manufacturing enterprises. However, today's ERP systems are required
to address more than traditional processes taking place within the walls of an enterprise. This is a concise ERP reference
guide for anyone needing a general knowledge of ERP feature (...)
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implementations of business systems apparel industry:
ERP remains the information backbone for contemporary manufacturing enterprises. However, today's ERP systems are required
to address more than tr...
Published:
2001-02-05
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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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implementations of business systems apparel industry:
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:
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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implementations of business systems apparel industry:
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:
Over the last few years the market has seen a plethora of fixed-scope and fixed-price applications, pre-packaged vertical
solutions with industry templates, limited education and training, implementation tools, attractive support programs and hosting
services with catchy names, all aimed at making it fas (...)
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implementations of business systems apparel industry:
Over the last few years the market has seen a plethora of fixed-scope and fixed-price applications, pre-packaged vertical
solutions with industry ...
Published:
2002-07-05
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Abstract:
This part discusses the causes of ill-fated implementation (...)
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This part discusses the causes of ill-fated implementation.
Published:
2002-07-11
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Abstract:
Enterprise systems, in fact, are devised to operate by codifying a set of business processes and employees have to learn
the whys, wheres, and whos of the business process (workflows) rather than hows of the software screens. (...)
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implementations of business systems apparel industry:
Enterprise systems, in fact, are devised to operate by codifying a set of business processes and employees have to learn the
whys, wheres, and who...
Published:
2002-07-09
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Abstract:
Although the retail and wholesale customers have typically invested a low proportion of their total revenues in information
technology, retail industry leaders have begun to demonstrate an ability to achieve market advantage through the effective
use of specialized enterprise applications. As a result, t (...)
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implementations of business systems apparel industry:
Although the retail and wholesale customers have typically invested a low proportion of their total revenues in information
technology, retail ind...
Published:
2004-09-13
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Abstract:
As a result of this push towards full eBusiness integration, businesses face challenges that force them to push the envelope
of business information systems. ERP grew from its predecessors of MRP and MRP II, constantly expanding its solution footprint
to address more and more of the needs of the enterpr (...)
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implementations of business systems apparel industry:
As a result of this push towards full eBusiness integration, businesses face challenges that force them to push the envelope
of business informati...
Published:
2003-04-29
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Abstract:
Thanks, in part, to the fallout from the financial scandals of Enron, WorldCom, Tyco and others, the corporate spotlight
is being refocused on the audit function. However, by waiting until systems are live and in production before applying an
audit regimen, you may miss an excellent opportunity to establ (...)
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implementations of business systems apparel industry:
Thanks, in part, to the fallout from the financial scandals of Enron, WorldCom, Tyco and others, the corporate spotlight is
being refocused on the...
Published:
2003-10-20
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Abstract:
ERP remains the information backbone for contemporary manufacturing enterprises. However, today's ERP systems are required
to address more than traditional processes taking place within the walls of an enterprise. This is a concise ERP reference
guide for anyone needing a general knowledge of ERP feature (...)
Excerpt related to
implementations of business systems apparel industry:
ERP remains the information backbone for contemporary manufacturing enterprises. However, today's ERP systems are required
to address more than tr...
Published:
2001-02-05
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Abstract:
While Geac’s balance sheet was boosted by recent events, a more positive sign is the company’s intent to become a true software-developing
vendor, not simply a software collector and dealer. (...)
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While Geac’s balance sheet was boosted by recent events, a more positive sign is the company’s intent to become a true software-developing
vendor,...
Published:
2001-10-18
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Abstract:
Geac is now a financially conservative, stable but acquisitive organization that has remained profitable despite the general
IT industry downturn. Geac’s future focus on delivering new functionality to its heartland of existing customers and industry
verticals, while building out its technology to make (...)
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Geac is now a financially conservative, stable but acquisitive organization that has remained profitable despite the general
IT industry downturn....
Published:
2003-08-13
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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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implementations of business systems apparel industry:
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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implementations of business systems apparel industry:
... tools and their customers have essentially customized (and costly) implementations.
... to roll out these rigid PLM systems to new departments or business
units ...
Published:
2011-03-22
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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:
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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implementations of business systems apparel industry:
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:
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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implementations of business systems apparel industry:
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
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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 (...)
Excerpt related to
implementations of business systems apparel industry:
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