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Leveraging Technology to Maintain a Competitive Edge During Tough Economic Times -- A Panel Discussion Analyzed Part Six: Custom Development and Single-Vendor versus Multi-Vendor ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
May 22, 2004
Abstract : As componentization and Web services mature, packaged software will be less rigid and easier to adjust to unique practices-- thereby gaining some of the benefit of the custom approach. Although an enterprise can generate many benefits from standardization, it may also create other issues that may often result in disruptions.
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The Blessing and Curse of Rejuvenating Legacy Systems ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Sep 16, 2005
Abstract : Catering to existing and prospective customers is problematic. Existing customers often value their legacy systems because they are reliable and prospective customers want the latest technologies and rapid deployment. To cope, independent software vendors offer continual enhancements and offer custom extensions.
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RFID Case Study: Gillette and Provia Part Two: Challenges and Lessons Learned ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Aug 4, 2004
Abstract : Compliance with the market RFID mandate has unfortunately preceded the achievements of applied physics and computer science. One of the main obstacles is the lack of integration, since there is a dearth of software tools from enterprise application integration vendors to get data from RFID tags and readers into existing business systems, meaning that companies are often forced to do expensive custom integration work.
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"Once Bitten” Vendor Is Not “Twice Shy” about New Acquisition ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Apr 16, 2008
Abstract : IFS Defence Ltd., a joint venture between BAE Systems and IFS, recently acquired iSC, a British custom software firm. However, some product integration issues and questions about long-term benefits for IFS customers outside the defense sector should be monitored.
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Ramco Ships Technology And Products. Is This The Future Of Enterprise Applications? ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Mar 29, 2003
Abstract : Ramco Systems announced the delivery of Ramco Enterprise Series Release 4.0, the newest version of its enterprise software solutions plus a custom application development offering. The delivery reveals what the vendor claims is breakthrough technology and a new approach to the applications market. Our first instant reaction was, 'This is too good to be true.' But we may be proven wrong.
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Justification of ERP Investments Part 1: Quantifiable Benefits from an ERP System (0 Pages)
by Dr. Scott Hamilton
Jun 12, 2009
Abstract : Studies that surveyed manufacturers about the impact of ERP systems on firm performance indicate that company size and industry do not affect the results. Benefits have been indicated for large and small firms, whether they make standard or custom products or are in discrete or process manufacturing environments. This section explains the quantifiable benefits in terms of several areas of improvement. Reprinted from Maximizing Your ERP System by Dr. Scott Hamilton.
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Selecting a PLM Vendor (4 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic & Jim Brown
Oct 17, 2003
Abstract : A product lifecycle management (PLM) strategy is a must for enterprises that live or die on the suitability, timeliness, quality, and sustainability of the products they bring to market. To that end, PLM has become a proven tool in increasing competitiveness amid the increased tendency to subcontract design and engineering tasks, to rush-deliver a variety of merchandise to market for satisfying ever-changing consumer demand, and amid the increase of custom-made products. Hence, the enterprises that consider product development a core competency should investigate PLM immediately to maintain their leadership in this area. Other companies should see PLM as a necessary requirement to maintain parity with competitors.
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Justification of ERP Investments Part 1: Quantifiable Benefits from an ERP System ( Pages)
by Dr. Scott Hamilton
Feb 10, 2004
Abstract : Studies that surveyed manufacturers about the impact of ERP systems on firm performance indicate that company size and industry do not affect the results. Benefits have been indicated for large and small firms, whether they make standard or custom products or are in discrete or process manufacturing environments. This section explains the quantifiable benefits in terms of several areas of improvement. Reprinted from Maximizing Your ERP System by Dr. Scott Hamilton.
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Enterprise Application Integration - the Latest Trend in Getting Value from Data ( Pages)
by M. Reed
Feb 1, 2000
Abstract : Enterprise Application Integration (EAI) is one of the hot-button issues in IT for the Year 2000. Information Week Research's survey of 300 technology managers showed nearly 75% of respondents said EAI is a planned project for their IT departments in the coming year. According to a survey conducted by Bank Boston, the market for EAI is expected to be $50 Billion USD by 2001. However, successful EAI requires a careful combination of a middleware framework, distributed object technologies, and custom consulting.
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