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Latest Development on Epicor's Trying The Divestiture Tack ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jun 5, 2001
Abstract : Even as TEC analyzed Epicor's sale of its Impresa for MRO division, Epicor announced the sale of its Platinum for Windows (PFW) product line. Plagued by depleted revenues and continued hefty losses amid a difficult market situation, Epicor is trying to pull some other beleaguered competitors' trick - the sale of non-core parts of the business.
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Point of Sale: To Stand Alone or Not? ( Pages)
by Caroline Lam
Apr 10, 2006
Abstract : When selecting a point of sale (POS) solution, users have a choice between stand-alone solutions and integrated solutions. They should first evaluate core and non-core components of POS systems, and assess the strengths and weaknesses of best-of-breed and integrated approaches.
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Microsoft Retail Systems ( Pages)
by Caroline Lam
Aug 31, 2006
Abstract : Microsoft Point of Sale and Microsoft Retail Management System provide a complete point of purchase solution suite for small and midsize specialty retail businesses. Released in 2005, Microsoft Point of Sale has enabled Microsoft to further penetrate the retail market.
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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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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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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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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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