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Compare Epicor (Vantage, e by Epicor) side-by-side with BAAN, SAP, J.D. EDWARDS, EPICOR, ORACLE, QAD, and 80+ other ERP vendors

Mar 22, 2010
Today's usage of Decision Support Systems (DSS), combined with vetted ERP knowledge bases, allows organizations to save time and money, achieving better and more reliable/fully-documented decisions, a quantum improvement over the widely-used subjective process of selecting complex enterprise software...
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Should Your Software Selection Process Have a Proof of Concept? Part Two: Advantages, Disadvantages, and Conclusion ( Pages)
by Robert Rudd
Jul 13, 2004 Abstract : A proof of concept (POC) should be completed as part of the selection process when the risk of project failure is comparatively high. Risk can be measured by two key variables. These variables are complexity of requirements and level of expertise of the selection/implementation team. The more complex the system requirements, the greater the benefit obtained from a POC.
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The Many Flavors of Application Software Outsourcing ( Pages)
by A.B. Maynard
Sep 29, 2004 Abstract : Many companies are looking to outsource development and maintenance of their application software. Common reasons that companies outsource application software are to reduce their costs, improve quality, obtain flexible staffing levels, and obtain improved service and support so they can focus on their core competence such as, designing clothes, managing equity portfolios, or running hospitals. Choosing whether to outsource or not is a strategic decision for a company. Once a company has decided to outsource, however, it must still choose an outsourcing approach that best fits it needs. This paper will describe the many different options for application software outsourcing, including the advantages and disadvantages of each alternative.
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Hosted versus On-premises Customer Relationship Management ( Pages)
by Richard R. Smith
Jul 7, 2006 Abstract : The dot-com revolution has left few impressions as significant as the hosted software phenomenon. In fact, its success has caused many organizations with reservations about hosted solutions to think twice. So what exactly are its advantages and disadvantages?
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Should Your Software Selection Process Have a Proof of Concept? Part One: Structures and the Selection Process ( Pages)
by Robert Rudd
Jul 12, 2004 Abstract : This article explores how the proof of concept (POC) fits into the software selection process, when a POC should be undertaken, structural variables, and the advantages and disadvantages of the POC from the client and value-added reseller point of view.
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Choosing the Right Electronic Medical Record System for Your Health Care Organization ( Pages)
by Jeff Spitzer
Apr 14, 2008 Abstract : Health care organizations have special needs to consider when deciding what type of electronic medical record (EMR) system to implement. This article examines the advantages and disadvantages of on-demand and on-premise EMR systems.
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Human Resources for Small to Medium Businesses (0 Pages)
by Jeff Spitzer
Sep 1, 2008 Abstract : When small to medium businesses shop around for a human resources (HR) solution, their main considerations are whether to go for a hosted or non-hosted solution, or to simply outsource HR functions altogether. It’s important to know the advantages and disadvantages of each before making a selection.
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So, You’re Considering a Paperless Office? ( Pages)
by N’Gai Cobb
Nov 12, 2007 Abstract : The concept of the paperless office has been around for many years, but only recently has this concept been turned into reality. This article analyzes the advantages and disadvantages of having a paperless office.
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Human Resources for Small to Medium Businesses ( Pages)
by Jeff Spitzer
Jan 17, 2008 Abstract : When small to medium businesses shop around for a human resources (HR) solution, their main considerations are whether to go for a hosted or non-hosted solution, or to simply outsource HR functions altogether. It’s important to know the advantages and disadvantages of each before making a selection.
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