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Baan And SSA GT Merge To Form A Mid-Market Empire With An ''Iron Side'' Part Three: Market Impact On SSA GT ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jul 14, 2003 Abstract : Like the previous few SSA GT's acquisitions, this merger too seems aimed at enlarging combined Baan and SSA GT's customer base, market share, and, more importantly, its predictably recurring support revenue and consequently larger R&D pool.
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CA Unloads interBiz Collection Into SSA GT's Sanctuary Part 3: Challenges and User Recommendations ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
May 1, 2002 Abstract : The varied product portfolio now under the SSA GT banner will take serious pondering and soul-searching and may likely act as a distraction from SSA GT's primary BPCS product strategy. While SSA GT's gallant attempt to regain credibility in the industry is noteworthy, it still has much more catching-up to do, with the market keeping a close eye on its execution.
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SSA GT Beefs Up BPCS V8 Through Partnerships' Spree ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jan 3, 2002 Abstract : With a flurry of alliance making activities, SSA GT is executing a strategy to save the company from oblivion by extending the value proposition to existing customer base. SSA GT seemingly intends to achieve its all-round product portfolio and implementation approach through in-depth strategic partnerships with specialized application providers. There are significant differences however between SSA GT's and other vendors (for example, Baan's or Ross Systems') comeback approaches.
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SSA GT to EXE-cute (Yet) Another Acquisition Part Three: Impact on SSA GT ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Sep 29, 2003 Abstract : Even in the cases where the company has been showing close attention to its customers' wish lists, its crucial tenet of operation is profitability and setting realistic goals. The return on investment (ROI) justification works for the vendor, particularly when its CEO has a strong accounting background. It does not appear very realistic to expect the equitably due attention to over a dozen products, though, as only the enhancements that will result in marketing value to SSA GT will pass.
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SSA GT to EXE-cute (Yet) Another Acquisition Part Two: EXE ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Sep 27, 2003 Abstract : Like the previous few SSA GT acquisitions, this merger too seems aimed at enlarging SSA GT's customer base, market share, and more importantly, its predictably recurring support revenue and consequently larger R&D pool. Both companies have notable customer bases with a wide geographic spread (particularly in emerging markets that have been much less affected by the recession).
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SSA GT To EXE-cute (Yet) Another Acquisition ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Sep 26, 2003 Abstract : While SSA GT's intended acquisition of EXE Technologies should enable many of its customers to better execute the operations within their warehouses and supply chains through deployment of the EXceed SCE suite, the market is wondering when SSA GT, whose buying appetite seemingly will not let up any time soon, will exceed its
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Baan And SSA GT Merge To Form A Mid-Market Empire With An ''Iron Side'' ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jul 11, 2003 Abstract : Should Baan and Ironside learn from their new senior sibling SSA GT how to consistently produce stellar financial results and profitability while proceeding with the launch of the next-generation product releases and integration platforms that could in turn cater for SSA GT's aged products' technology rejuvenation needs, the market could witness the creation of another enterprise application powerhouse that is focused solely on manufacturing.
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SSA GT to EXE-cute (Yet) Another Acquisition Part Two: EXE (5 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Sep 27, 2003 Abstract : Like the previous few SSA GT acquisitions, this merger too seems aimed at enlarging SSA GT's customer base, market share, and more importantly, its predictably recurring support revenue and consequently larger R&D pool. Both companies have notable customer bases with a wide geographic spread (particularly in emerging markets that have been much less affected by the recession).
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Is SSA GT Betting Infini(um)tely On Acquisitions? Part Three: Complementary Products ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Dec 13, 2002 Abstract : At a first glance, one can even notice that the complementary nature of some SSA GT products and Infinium products may indeed provide a ‘kick for a buck’ proposition. Further, it appears that SSA GT understands and listens closely (via Global Guide Groups) to the needs of conservative ERP customers that are unwilling to ditch a good functional product even at a cost of its technological antiquity. Further, it has a track record of strong functional development that preserves the customer’s current investment.
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