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Abstract:
PLM enterprise applications should not be selected in a vacuum. The needs and requirements of multiple departments and even
business partners must be represented in the documented requirements and also on the selection team, which should attempt
to examine different functions and methods involved in crit (...)
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... PLM evaluations should involve the IT organization, finance, engineering,
marketing, and operations. ... When evaluating the applicability of a PLM
solution, it ...
Published:
2004-08-21
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Abstract:
E-business has prompted a lot of vendors to move towards creating electronic product lifecycle management (e-PLM) suites.
However, enterprise resource planning vendors with extensive e-commerce initiatives, development staffs, and renewed interest
in PLM, are as likely to lead the way. (...)
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evaluating plm for finance:
E-business has prompted a lot of vendors to move towards creating electronic product lifecycle management (e-PLM) suites.
However, enterprise reso...
Published:
2005-10-21
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Abstract:
J.D. Edwards recently announced support for financial reporting solutions from FRx Software. This software makes it possible
to consolidate information from multiple databases, platforms, and servers to provide a complete financial picture. (...)
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JD Edwards recently announced support for financial reporting solutions from FRx Software. This software makes it possible
to consolidate inform...
Published:
2000-01-14
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Abstract:
Although the promise of reduced implementation risk and time, lower upfront costs, etc. justify the hosting/ASP model, this
brings an entire new set of issues for mid-market organizations to consider when seeking a vendor company using such an approach. (...)
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evaluating plm for finance:
Although the promise of reduced implementation risk and time, lower upfront costs, etc. justify the hosting/ASP model, this
brings an entire new s...
Published:
2005-04-02
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Abstract:
As IBM began de-emphasizing its mid-range systems, J.D. Edwards, after three years of development, released in 1996 an object-based,
cross-platform ERP product called OneWorld, which is regarded as one of the technologically most advanced ERP products...
While overthrowing PeopleSoft from 3rd position in (...)
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As IBM began de-emphasizing its mid-range systems, JD Edwards, after three years of development, released in 1996 an object-based,
cross-platfor...
Published:
1999-09-01
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Abstract:
There has been noise in the US public sector about a strong federal (Feds) interest in ERP applications. This, coupled with
the Feds customary huge purchasing appetite for goods and services ranging from consulting to purchasing military devices
and components, building, many businesses that have previou (...)
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evaluating plm for finance:
There has been noise in the US public sector about a strong federal (Feds) interest in ERP applications. This, coupled with
the Feds customary hug...
Published:
2004-09-21
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evaluating plm for finance:
... Take note if you’re evaluating software for any of ... One is for the
Lawson S3 Finance system and the ... microsoft dynamics on demand Oracle plm
product lifecycle ...
Published:
2007-10-22
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Abstract:
ERP remains the information backbone for contemporary manufacturing enterprises. However, today's ERP systems are required
to address more than traditional processes taking place within the walls of an enterprise. This is a concise ERP reference
guide for anyone needing a general knowledge of ERP feature (...)
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ERP remains the information backbone for contemporary manufacturing enterprises. However, today's ERP systems are required
to address more than tr...
Published:
2001-02-05
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Abstract:
While Geac might not need a white knight savior any longer owing to the profitable quarter and secured additional funding,
the general feeling remains that the company has also long passed up an opportunity to be a top-notch applications vendor. (...)
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evaluating plm for finance:
While Geac might not need a white knight savior any longer owing to the profitable quarter and secured additional funding,
the general feeling rem...
Published:
2001-10-16
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Abstract:
Business applications market leader SAP reported a 43% drop in net income for its first quarter ended March 31, despite a
10% increase in revenue. In a separate announcement, SAP also said that Kevin McKay, head of SAP's U.S. operations, has resigned
for personal reasons. (...)
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Business applications market leader SAP reported a 43% drop in net income for its first quarter ended March 31, despite a
10% increase in revenue....
Published:
2000-05-17
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Abstract:
Navision has been expanding its coverage in terms of geography, vertical industries, and product functionality. Globally,
it has become one of the largest independent small-to-mid-market enterprise system providers. (...)
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Navision has been expanding its coverage in terms of geography, vertical industries, and product functionality. Globally,
it has become one of the...
Published:
2001-11-30
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Abstract:
Movex Ver. 11 NextGen is the first ERP software written entirely in Java. Nevertheless, we believe that AS/400 products will
still contribute more than 70% of total license revenue within the next 3 years, while Java-based products running on other
platforms will not gain major user acceptance and will c (...)
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Movex Ver. 11 NextGen is the first ERP software written entirely in Java. Nevertheless, we believe that AS/400 products will
still contribute more...
Published:
1999-09-01
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Abstract:
Users choosing point planning or BI products should consider the integration infrastructure and effort needed to combine
these products versus the cost and functionality issues of choosing an integrated CPM product suite (if still possible to
find). Mission-critical issues like scalability, reliability, (...)
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evaluating plm for finance:
Users choosing point planning or BI products should consider the integration infrastructure and effort needed to combine these
products versus the...
Published:
2003-08-19
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Abstract:
Microsoft Business Network (MBN) has the potential to deliver the never really (or hardly ever) realized benefits of early
dot-com era Internet trading exchanges or networks that could reasonably and effectively link customers to their trading partners. (...)
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... a reputation of a complex, rigid, and expensive means of business document and data exchange among trading
partners, transportation, finance, insurance, and ...
Published:
2004-09-02
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Abstract:
The combined company's possibly biggest challenge remains a lack of awareness of the need for sourcing/spend management.
While many people have realized the power of e-commerce on the consumer side, there is still plenty of education to be conducted
by all the SRM vendors to prove how much leverage their (...)
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evaluating plm for finance:
The combined company's possibly biggest challenge remains a lack of awareness of the need for sourcing/spend management.
While many people have re...
Published:
2003-11-20
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Abstract:
The combined company's possibly biggest challenge remains a lack of awareness of the need for sourcing/spend management.
While many people have realized the power of e-commerce on the consumer side, there is still plenty of education to be conducted
by all the SRM vendors to prove how much leverage their (...)
Excerpt related to
evaluating plm for finance:
The combined company's possibly biggest challenge remains a lack of awareness of the need for sourcing/spend management.
While many people have re...
Published:
2003-11-20
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Abstract:
Over past two decades, ROI Systems has shown the commitment to deliver solid discrete manufacturing functionality and superior
customer support, with modest growth and cautious new technology introduction as a consequence. Owing to its slow growth,
ROI has achieved a small market presence in general and (...)
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evaluating plm for finance:
Over past two decades, ROI Systems has shown the commitment to deliver solid discrete manufacturing functionality and superior
customer support, w...
Published:
2000-06-22
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Abstract:
Adonix often comes ahead of larger global players in terms of functional fit, pricing, and understanding of the local requirements
in the distribution area. The company still faces challenges presented by limited financial resources to adequately fund multiple
key strategic initiatives including brand ma (...)
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Adonix often comes ahead of larger global players in terms of functional fit, pricing, and understanding of the local requirements
in the distribu...
Published:
2002-08-21
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Abstract:
ERP vendor UNIT4 has joined the discussion on the topic of its current state of affairs. Rather than pursuing the usual route
of writing analyses of major market trends, I’ve decided to ask vendors about their opinions and approaches. UNIT4 has joined
the discussion on the topic of its current state of (...)
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ERP vendor UNIT4 has joined the discussion on the topic of its current state of affairs. Rather than pursuing the usual route
of writing analyses o...
Published:
2010-08-04
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Abstract:
With a set of seemingly complementary products and via a strategy of focusing on customers, astute acquisitions of more complementary
software companies and a careful deployment of all resources around the world including product development, sales and customer
support, SoftBrands hopes to rise from the (...)
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evaluating plm for finance:
With a set of seemingly complementary products and via a strategy of focusing on customers, astute acquisitions of more complementary
software com...
Published:
2002-09-30