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Fourth Shift Corporation: Working Overtime To Provide Complete Customer Care ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Oct 2, 2000 Abstract : Fourth Shift claims to have grasped the requirements of its target market (SMEs) that wish to acquire most of their business applications from a single source, even if they have to sacrifice some functionality. To that end, the company launched its Complete Care program. Complete Care is possibly the most comprehensive approach for small and midsize manufacturers to obtain needed business enterprise applications, backed by professional services and a long-term commitment to the customer's success. However, Fourth Shift’s future is not without significant challenges.
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Is Fourth Shift Succeeding in Providing 'Complete Customer Care'? ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Aug 14, 2000 Abstract : On July 25, Fourth Shift Corporation and SupplierMarket.com announced a partnership that will enable purchasing professionals to locate ideal trading partners, submit RFQs for new contracts, and receive the results of reverse auctions, all from their familiar Fourth Shift vendor operations, manufacturing planning and scheduling, and product definition screens. Earlier, on July 18, Fourth Shift Corporation reported a loss of $.37 per share for the second quarter ended June 30, 2000.
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Mid-sized SCE Buys Small SCP: No Sure Bet on Short Term Profits ( Pages)
by Michael Bittner
Sep 1, 2005 Abstract : Leading supply chain execution (SCE) vendor, Manhattan Associates has recently announced its acquisition of Evant, a supply chain planning (SCP) company. Adjusting to a different type of supply chain application, gaining profitability, and maintaining high levels of customer care are some challenges facing the company.
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When the Bigger Fish Eats the Smaller to Become a Bigger Fish ( Pages)
by Kevin Ramesan
Apr 13, 2003 Abstract : This time the merger and acquisition of Connect-Care by Firstwave appears to be a search for vertical market access. Connect-Care provides a direct reach to 87 software vendors that may represent both vertical expertise and a network of resellers. The stakes are high. Will the Firstwave technical lead and the Connect-Care vertical expertise bring a best-of- breed CRM application that the market needs?
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Electronic Medical Records: An Introduction (0 Pages)
by Jeff Spitzer
Nov 5, 2008 Abstract : Electronic medical records (EMR) serves a niche market. This software caters specifically to health care professionals working in clinics, private practices, and hospitals. EMR software came about to increase overall patient care and communication between health care staff and departments.
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Electronic Medical Records: An Introduction ( Pages)
by Jeff Spitzer
Nov 26, 2007 Abstract : Electronic medical records (EMR) serves a niche market. This software caters specifically to health care professionals working in clinics, private practices, and hospitals. EMR software came about to increase overall patient care and communication between health care staff and departments.
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Choosing the Right Electronic Medical Record System for Your Health Care Organization ( Pages)
by Jeff Spitzer
Apr 14, 2008 Abstract : Health care organizations have special needs to consider when deciding what type of electronic medical record (EMR) system to implement. This article examines the advantages and disadvantages of on-demand and on-premise EMR systems.
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Metadata Standards in the Marketplace – Why Do I Care? (And Where Does Godzilla Fit In?) ( Pages)
by M. Reed
May 16, 2000 Abstract : Metadata (“data about data”) is essential for data warehousing. Metadata standards allow different products to interact. Without standards, different vendors’ tools cannot work together seamlessly and the customer’s warehousing effort is greatly complicated.
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Q: Who Wants to Marry a Multi-Billionaire? A: Baan -- Foster Care for Its Orphans Needed As Well ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Mar 1, 1999 Abstract : Baan Co. interim chief executive Pierre Everaert said he could not rule out a takeover of the troubled Dutch business-management software group. We hereby provide a list of (un) usual suspects.
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