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The Ghost in the Machine: Where Has Process Automation Left the Consumer? ( Pages)
by David Clark
Jun 9, 2006
Abstract : Business process automation is all very well and good. After all, nothing succeeds like success, especially automated success. But what is the effect of automation on the consumer, that most unpredictable of systems?
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Should Uniqueness Vouch For Marketing Automation Niche Players? ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jun 28, 2003
Abstract : Unica's possibly unique set of broad and astute functional footprint and geographic coverage, easily-deployable product with proven quick payback may prove the fact that the marketing automation point providers with a differentiating value proposition and with immaculate execution may prevail the onslaught of larger packaged suite providers.
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Sales Force Automation, Customer Relationship Management, and Sales Training: A Fusion of Methodology and Technology ( Pages)
by Dave Stein and Al Case
May 23, 2006
Abstract : Many organizations find it challenging to adopt sales force automation and customer relationship management solutions. Formal sales training and the related reinforcement tools can make the difference. We examine the key challenges and propose some solutions.
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Marketing Automation: Coming of Age Slowly ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
May 15, 2004
Abstract : Marketing is possibly the only remaining major business function yet to revise its core processes to take advantage of IT that can cut time, costs, and improve the quality of its operation. Nevertheless with marketing automation there are huge untapped opportunities for business improvement, given marketing has a unique vantage point in any enterprise to understand the customer needs, buying behavior, and value perception.
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Enterprise Resource Planning for Services, and Professional Services Automation: Where Do You Draw the Line? ( Pages)
by Neil Stolovitsky
Apr 13, 2006
Abstract : Since the late nineties, enterprise resource planning (ERP) vendors have developed functionality for vertical markets in the service industry. Simultaneously, professional services automation (PSA) became a viable software category. Consequently, deciphering the difference between ERP and PSA remains a challenge.
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Marketing Automation: Coming of Age Slowly (5 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jun 20, 2003
Abstract : Marketing is possibly the only remaining major business function yet to revise its core processes to take advantage of IT that can cut time, costs, and improve the quality of its operation. Nevertheless with marketing automation there are huge untapped opportunities for business improvement, given marketing has a unique vantage point in any enterprise to understand the customer needs, buying behavior, and value perception.
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Microsoft's Dynamic New Approach to Professional Services Automation ( Pages)
by Neil Stolovitsky
Feb 10, 2006
Abstract : In the short term, Microsoft Dynamics SL will likely follow the professional services automation (PSA) trend of extending functionality to the Web. In the long term, its eventual absorption into the Microsoft Dynamics product line may affect Microsoft's strategy in the project portfolio management marketplace.
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ERP − Distribution Showdown! Oracle's JD Edwards vs. TGI's Enterprise 21 ( Pages)
by Dylan Persaud
Jul 31, 2007
Abstract : Using our ERP - Distribution Evaluation Center, we compared Oracle's JD Edwards and Technology Group International head-on. For the overall rankings portion, we looked at these vendors' solutions in two basic configurations, with and without back-office (human resources [HR] and financials) functionality. To eliminate any chance of bias and to ensure a level playing field, all 3, 414 criteria comprising all the modules and submodules in the ERP - distribution request for information (RFI) were given equal weight and priority...
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Merchandising Showdown! Lawson vs. Epicor/CRS vs. Aldata ( Pages)
by Christina Park
Jul 18, 2007
Abstract : Using our Merchandising Evaluation Center , we compared Lawson Software, Epicor, and Aldata Solution head-on. For the overall rankings portion, we looked at these vendor solutions in two basic configurations, with and without POS functionality. To eliminate any chance of bias, and to ensure a level playing field, all 3,072 criteria comprising all the modules and submodules in the merchandising request for information (RFI) were given equal weight and priority…
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