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Attaining Real Time, On-demand Information Data: Contemporary Business Intelligence Tools ( Pages)
by Olin Thompson & P.J. Jakovljevic
Jun 29, 2005
Abstract : Demand for instant access to dispersed information is being met by vendors offering enterprise business intelligence tools and suites. Portlet standardization, enterprise information integration, and corporate performance management are among the proposed solutions, but do they really deliver real time information?
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Information Technology (IT) - IT Acronym Definition and Related White Papers ( Pages)
by TEC Staff
Jun 13, 2009
Abstract : Information technology (IT) is the study, design, development, implementation, support or management of computer-based information systems, particularly software applications and computer hardware (source: Information Technology Association of America [ITAA]).
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Brain of Supply Chain System (4 Pages)
by Ashfaque Ahmed
Jun 19, 2004
Abstract : A software tool called advanced planning and optimization, APO, for short, is used to make a supply chain system cost effective and integrated. Since this tool works on top of all other software tools which are used to plan, monitor, and control supply chain activities and control them, APO can effectively be called the brain of a supply chain system. This article explores advantages of having an APO tool for managing supply chain functions even if a business already has invested in a supply chain management (SCM) system. If a company has not made the investment then the APO tool can be used together with the upcoming SCM system.
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$40 Billion Is Being Wasted by Companies without Product Information Management Strategies—How Is Yours Coming Along? ( Pages)
by Bob Gallagher
May 23, 2005
Abstract : Information errors are costing retailers and manufacturers a lot of money. Studies show that billions of dollars are wasted because of invoice errors caused by bad data. Most agree that eliminating product information errors will save money, but many of those same believers are not rushing to solve the problem. Why?
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Information Builders Did It iWay ( Pages)
by M. Reed
Mar 6, 2001
Abstract : Information Builders plans to spin off its middleware technology group (which develops and supports the EDA middleware product) into a new wholly owned subsidiary named iWay Software. The move is supposed to allow Information Builders (IBI) to concentrate on the WebFocus and Focus business intelligence products, while allowing iWay to handle e-business integration.
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The Role of PIM and PLM in the Product Information Supply Chain: Where is Your Link? ( Pages)
by Jim Brown and Bob Gallagher
Mar 28, 2005
Abstract : Diverse groups have been discussing PIM from the perspective of data synchronization and syndication, product lifecycle management (PLM), and enterprise publishing. Each of these product categories includes the management of product information, but each uses product information for a different operational role.
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Retail Systems: A Primer ( Pages)
by Caroline Lam
Mar 13, 2006
Abstract : The core components of a retail information system are inventory management, inventory optimization, revenue management, sales management, and reports and inquiries. Non-core components can include financial, supply chain management, enterprise resource planning, customer relationship management, and warehouse management systems.
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Manufacturer's Nirvana -- Real-Time Actionable Information ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Mar 12, 2005
Abstract : How many ERP vendors, including the largest ones, have natively built-in real-time production monitoring, warehousing management, time and attendance capture, and complete quality management systems?
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Customer Relationship Management (CRM) - CRM Acronym Definition and Related White Papers ( Pages)
by TEC Staff
Jun 13, 2009
Abstract : Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems are software systems that cover the range of interaction a company has with its current, or potential customers. Its functionality can include marketing automation, sales force automation, help desk, customer service and support, partner management, contract management and creation, project and team management, Internet sales, e-mail response management, analytics, and important technical criteria.
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