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Q2O Systems: Solutions for Quotation Management and Pricing Configuration ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Nov 16, 2007
Abstract : Quote-to-order systems include quotation management and pricing configuration solutions. Pricing configuration engines automate pricing and quoting processes for manufacturers with complex requirements. Their benefits include quotes that are quick and accurate, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
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CRM For Complex Manufacturers Revolves Around Configuration Software ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Nov 8, 2002
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 center management.
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Podcast: A Project Manager's Guide to Business Performance Management ( Pages)
by Neil Stolovitsky
Sep 5, 2007
Abstract : As business performance management (BPM) has expanded into virtually all areas of business, project managers have been broadening their soft management skills. Learn what project managers can borrow from BPM to streamline service delivery, optimize operations, and improve customer satisfaction.
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Total Reward Management: Don't Leave Your Line Manager Alone ( Pages)
by Donatello Bianco
Jun 30, 2005
Abstract : A total reward management system can help companies leverage their most complex and volatile asset: its human capital. Partnerships between human resources and line managers, and using collaborative platforms to communicate incentives and goals can increase strengthen a company's competitive advantage.
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How Project Portfolio Management Can Deal a Winning Hand to the SMB Project Manager ( Pages)
by Alexander Hankewicz
Jun 27, 2008
Abstract : Project portfolio management (PPM), once a solution only larger organizations could afford, enables companies to analyze, recommend, authorize, activate, expedite, and monitor projects. In recent years, however, small to medium businesses have been able to benefit from PPM too, through software-as-a-service models of this tool.
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How Project Portfolio Management Can Deal a Winning Hand to the SMB Project Manager (0 Pages)
by Alexander Hankewicz
Oct 29, 2008
Abstract : Project portfolio management (PPM), once a solution only larger organizations could afford, enables companies to analyze, recommend, authorize, activate, expedite, and monitor projects. In recent years, however, small to medium businesses have been able to benefit from PPM too, through software-as-a-service models of this tool.
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Merant Goes South on the Stock Market ( Pages)
by M. Reed
Sep 5, 2000
Abstract : Another vendor has stated that growth and license revenues in the mainframe arena are softer than expected. Shares of Merant (NASDAQ: MRNT), the provider of PVCS, a major software configuration management product (acquired from Intersolv), in addition to other software, have dropped more than 24 percent after the company released preliminary financial estimates for its first fiscal quarter recently-ended, showing revenues likely will be about 17 percent less than the previous year due to a decline in COBOL license fees.
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Product Configurators Pave the Way for Mass Customization ( Pages)
by Joseph Neelamkavil & Helen Xie
Aug 21, 2003
Abstract : 'Mass customization' is the buzzword of the current decade. Customers demand products with lower prices, higher quality and faster delivery; yet they also want products customized to match their unique needs. A product configurator that enables manufacturers to efficiently deliver customized products by automating product configuration processes is one of the key promising technologies in implementing mass customization.
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Quote-to-order: A Newcomer Causes a Stir in the Market ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Aug 20, 2008
Abstract : A crop of next-generation, Web-based, on-demand, startup quote-to-order systems providers has lately flourished, spearheaded by BigMachines, whereas some traditional vendors that once defined the product configuration space in the 1990s have since left the market.
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