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Encompix--Thriving on Encompassing Complexity Part Two: Challenges and User Recommendations ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
May 25, 2004
Abstract : While the company’s focus allows it to keep pace with trends in technology and with customer requirements in its target niche, too narrow a focus comes with its liabilities as well. Nevertheless, Encompix seems to be making the right moves.
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Encompix--Thriving on Encompassing Complexity Part One: Event Summary ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
May 24, 2004
Abstract : If Encompix has for any reason deliberately maintained its ETO-oriented (engineer-to-order) enterprise resource planning system as one of the best-kept secrets in the complex manufacturing mid-market, it has certainly succeeded so far. However, given a certain number of viable solutions from more renowned and visible (even if not that focused) vendors, the company will have to spread the word much more aggressively from now on.
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Maximizer Enterprise 8: A Strong Competitor on the SMB Front Line ( Pages)
by Kevin Ramesan and Katarina Novatzki
Sep 23, 2004
Abstract : TEC recently reviewed Maximizer Enterprise 8. Tailored to the latest Internet technology, the offering is aggressively priced. Rich functionality is offered in a three-module structure that continues to compete in the demanding
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SSA Global Forms a Strategic Unit with an Extended-ERP Savvy Part Three: Challenges and User Recommendations ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Sep 17, 2004
Abstract : While the Strategic Unit team formation should help SSA Global to figure out how to fully integrate organizational structure where employees are best integrated, service offerings best coordinated and cross-selling opportunities best tracked and pursued, the vendor must continue to clarify the position and integration of competing and complementary products in its fold, which gets complicated with every new addition to the family.
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Maximizing Potential Benefits in Reverse Auctions ( Pages)
by Amitava and Noorani Subramanian Hariharan
Aug 31, 2007
Abstract : Reverse auction (RA) has emerged as a strategic tool for consumer packaged goods companies pursuing cost efficiencies in their sourcing programs. This article presents a framework to structure and gain maximum mileage out of the RA process.
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IBM Announces the Release of DB2 Universal Database Version 7 ( Pages)
by M. Reed
May 8, 2000
Abstract : IBM (NYSE: IBM) has announced the release of DB2 Universal Database Version 7, with a new pricing structure for application service providers (ASPs), support for customer relationship management (CRM), and an incubator program for e-business applications to help emerging companies get up and running on the Web.
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Remapping the Supply Chain Universe, by Ann Grackin and Sree Hameed ( Pages)
by Ann Grackin and Sree Hameed
May 20, 2005
Abstract : Supply chain management is a truly dynamic field. Over the last few years the fundamental structure of the chains has changed to the point where many of the working assumptions have to be reevaluated. ChainLink Research’s new 3D approach provides a useful framework for evaluating supply chain solutions.
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How to Avoid Becoming Another CMMS Implementation Failure Statistic ( Pages)
by Aleks Vujicic
Mar 3, 2005
Abstract : Anywhere from 40 to 80 percent of CMMS implementations fail to meet expectations. However, by evaluating the company's business process flow, having proper organizational structure and buy-in, you can realize the true benefits of CMMS and avoid becoming another failure statistic.
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Resurrection, Vitality And Perseverance Of Former ERP 'Goners' Part Four: Challenges ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Mar 25, 2003
Abstract : Where these vendors' challenges take more individual tracks would be the state of affairs of harmonizing their installed user base across a controllable number of active software versions. It, however, might indeed take a rocket scientist to figure out how to fully integrate organizational structure where employees are best integrated, service offerings best coordinated and cross-selling opportunities best tracked and pursued.
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