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Abstract:
Although CPM (aka EPM) starts with strong financial management, it will eventually extend beyond financial planning to almost
all areas of corporate activity. Therefore, organizations choosing BI suites should consider both their financial management
tools and future integration with key business-area so (...)
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financial management technology:
Although CPM (aka EPM) starts with strong financial management, it will eventually extend beyond financial planning to almost
all areas of corpora...
Published:
2003-11-22
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Abstract:
Intense product architecture rejuvenation, functional enhancements cycles, and market consolidation exert pressure on all
mid-market vendors offering ERP and warehouse management solutions. Adonix must carefully allot research and development funds
and screen its new assets to increase its competitive ed (...)
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financial management technology:
Intense product architecture rejuvenation, functional enhancements cycles, and market consolidation exert pressure on all
mid-market vendors offer...
Published:
2005-09-22
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Abstract:
Although most vendors provide organizations with the project portfolio management tools to meet their objectives, few provide
strategies to implement an IT governance framework successfully. Pacific Edge offers a three-stage approach to implementing
IT governance, based on an organization's maturity. (...)
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financial management technology:
Although most vendors provide organizations with the project portfolio management tools to meet their objectives, few provide
strategies to implem...
Published:
2006-06-20
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Abstract:
Resource allocation and phase-based processes are key features to consider when selecting a project portfolio management
solution for new product development (NPD) projects. More importantly, NPD projects demand a best practices framework, like
Stage-Gate®, for their success. (...)
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financial management technology:
Resource allocation and phase-based processes are key features to consider when selecting a project portfolio management solution
for new product ...
Published:
2006-01-06
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Abstract:
A growing measure of business performance is financial performance management. Leveraging business intelligence (BI) to map
business performance goals requires integrating and consolidating information. Systems Union is embarking on a strategy to
triumph in this market. (...)
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financial management technology:
A growing measure of business performance is financial performance management. Leveraging business intelligence (BI) to map
business performance g...
Published:
2005-07-18
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Abstract:
With its short term ownership under Baan all but forgotten, CODA has been doing well, owing to its astute offerings tailored
to the preferences of each regional market, coupled with some recent appetizing acquisitions. (...)
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financial management technology:
With its short term ownership under Baan all but forgotten, CODA has been doing well, owing to its astute offerings tailored
to the preferences of...
Published:
2005-11-14
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Abstract:
Food and beverage manufacturers rely on information technology to meet market demands. However, food is one market where
most enterprise applications show a number of "fatal flaws"—capabilities whose omission can impede operations to the extent
of complete failure. (...)
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financial management technology:
Food and beverage manufacturers rely on information technology to meet market demands. However, food is one market where most
enterprise applicati...
Published:
2006-11-08
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Abstract:
Business Engine provides best-of-breed PPM functionality for internal IT departments, focusing on financial governance. For
organizations seeking flexible workflow and IT governance capabilities, BEN delivers functionality in the financial services,
health care, government, manufacturing, telecommunicati (...)
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financial management technology:
Business Engine provides best-of-breed PPM functionality for internal IT departments, focusing on financial governance. For
organizations seeking ...
Published:
2006-03-24
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Abstract:
Integrated Development Enterprise (IDe)'s IDeWeb 5.3 is a product portfolio management best-of-breed solution for new product
development. It is tailored to discrete and process manufacturers in the electronics, food and beverage, specialty chemicals,
and telecommunications sectors. (...)
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financial management technology:
Integrated Development Enterprise (IDe)'s IDeWeb 5.3 is a product portfolio management best-of-breed solution for new
product development. It is t...
Published:
2006-02-08
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Abstract:
The added value of both SSA Global and Infor is that existing users of relatively small and dubious ERP products should now
gain the benefits of synergistic software developments from other ERP siblings. (...)
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financial management technology:
The added value of both SSA Global and Infor is that existing users of relatively small and dubious ERP products should now
gain the benefits of s...
Published:
2006-05-02
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Abstract:
Aligning information technology (IT) with corporate strategy is key to maximizing the business impact of IT investments.
Tree Top's structured process of reviewing proposed IT investments will allow an enterprise to understand this alignment,
and prioritize investments. (...)
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financial management technology:
Aligning information technology (IT) with corporate strategy is key to maximizing the business impact of IT investments. Tree
Top's structured pro...
Published:
2006-04-05
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Abstract:
Read this article to see how contract lifecycle management (CLM) solutions can help companies to gain efficiencies and reduce
the risk to exposure. For companies handling many contracts, ensuring trading partners adhere to contract details is often
too cumbersome to be executed without enabling technology (...)
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financial management technology:
Read this article to see how contract lifecycle management (CLM) solutions can help companies to gain efficiencies and reduce
the risk to exposure....
Published:
2011-02-17
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Abstract:
The on demand paradigm and enterprise incentive management market seem to have established a viable cross-section to the
extent that, going forward, some players feel comfortable enough to opt solely for the software-as-a-service, subscription-based
delivery model. (...)
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financial management technology:
The on demand paradigm and enterprise incentive management market seem to have established a viable cross-section to the extent
that, going forwar...
Published:
2007-05-07
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Abstract:
GTM software should be able to gather information and feed it back into the parent company, creating visibility into what
remote divisions are doing and how they are doing it. Software providers must strike the right balance between global consistency
and special local needs. (...)
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financial management technology:
GTM software should be able to gather information and feed it back into the parent company, creating visibility into what
remote divisions are doi...
Published:
2005-06-20
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Abstract:
All good lean systems have both physical systems in the plant and near real time information technology backbones that centralize
data. The primary advantage of enterprise systems is that they can handle considerably more information than can be accommodated
manually. (...)
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financial management technology:
All good lean systems have both physical systems in the plant and near real time information technology backbones that centralize
data. The primar...
Published:
2006-02-16
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Abstract:
IFS was one of the first ERP vendors to incorporate concepts of component technology and a high-level of integration with
both its own and other vendors' components, all providing for flexibility, modularity and ongoing post-implementation system
agility and incremental deployment. The Company supports m (...)
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financial management technology:
IFS was one of the first ERP vendors to incorporate concepts of component technology and a high-level of integration with
both its own and other v...
Published:
1999-12-01
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Abstract:
Last year’s deregulation of the financial services industry changed the competitive pressures on banks, brokerages, and insurance
companies. Firms in this industry have been forced to expand and reorganize their offerings around the customer rather than
around products. This makes a perfect case for (...)
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financial management technology:
Last year’s deregulation of the financial services industry changed the competitive pressures on banks, brokerages, and insurance
companies. Firm...
Published:
2000-11-02
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Abstract:
Deltek recognizes that most organizations run their enterprises by using a sort of closed-loop, corrective action process.
However, most product-based businesses still need solutions to replace manual workarounds, and Deltek has embarked on a mission
to garner a one-stop-shopping portfolio. (...)
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financial management technology:
Deltek recognizes that most organizations run their enterprises by using a sort of closed-loop, corrective action process.
However, most product-b...
Published:
2006-07-12
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Abstract:
The integration solutions market will be an interesting area of growth. IBS has an attractive offer for companies with complex
and expensive business software at the group and headquarters level, wanting to lower costs and quicken implementation in
their subsidiaries. (...)
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financial management technology:
The integration solutions market will be an interesting area of growth. IBS has an attractive offer for companies with complex
and expensive busin...
Published:
2005-09-08
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Abstract:
Contrary to what vendors may contend, not all of them are able to supply a cost effective solution that satisfies the critical
requirements of an organization. In this case study from a recent selection engagement for a large series book publisher,
we size up Oracle, JD Edwards, PeopleSoft, and Lawson in (...)
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financial management technology:
Contrary to what vendors may contend, not all of them are able to supply a cost effective solution that satisfies the critical
requirements of an ...
Published:
2001-12-25