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Abstract:
The lack of effective game plans is typically cited as a leading cause of poor system implementation. The following guidelines
provide suggestions for improving the effectiveness of sales and operations planning (S&OP) game plans. (...)
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The lack of effective game plans is typically cited as a leading cause of poor system implementation. The following guidelines
provide suggestions...
Published:
2004-03-26
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Abstract:
This is an examination of Metasystems ERP solution. Companies can begin determining if it is worthwhile to pursue a relationship
with Metasystems by considering selection criteria, which are most supported by the vendor. We ask the question, all things
being equal, which modules contribute the most to th (...)
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supply chain reviewing for medical:
This is an examination of Metasystems ERP solution. Companies can begin determining if it is worthwhile to pursue a relationship
with Metasystems ...
Published:
2003-06-16
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Abstract:
Effective game plans lead to improved firm performance and bottom line results. Metrics include reductions in stock-outs,
delivery lead-time, missed shipments, partial shipments, expediting efforts, and improvements in customer service. This is
an excerpt from the book Managing Your Supply Chain Using Mi (...)
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supply chain reviewing for medical:
Effective game plans lead to improved firm performance and bottom line results. Metrics include reductions in stock-outs,
delivery lead-time, miss...
Published:
2003-12-13
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Abstract:
MAPICS XA expands its Business Intelligence (BI) offerings via a partnership with the Vanguard Solutions Group. With GPS,
MAPICS has taken a critical step forward in creating value for its customers. (...)
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supply chain reviewing for medical:
MAPICS XA expands its Business Intelligence (BI) offerings via a partnership with the Vanguard Solutions Group. With GPS,
MAPICS has taken a crit...
Published:
2001-03-19
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Abstract:
Effective game plans lead to improved firm performance and bottom line results. Metrics include reductions in stock-outs,
delivery lead-time, missed shipments, partial shipments, expediting efforts, and improvements in customer service. This is
an excerpt from the book Managing Your Supply Chain Using Mi (...)
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supply chain reviewing for medical:
Effective game plans lead to improved firm performance and bottom line results. Metrics include reductions in stock-outs,
delivery lead-time, miss...
Published:
2003-12-13
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Abstract:
QAD, a notable player in the upper middle of the discrete manufacturing market, embarked a few years ago on reinventing itself
by delivering applications that would optimize complex order fulfillment processes across multiple enterprises and divisions.
Another major product enhancement feat at the time w (...)
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supply chain reviewing for medical:
QAD, a notable player in the upper middle of the discrete manufacturing market, embarked a few years ago on reinventing itself
by delivering appli...
Published:
2003-09-19
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Abstract:
The growing pressure for improving customer responsiveness and profits has lately changed the traditional role of supply
chain management (SCM) of spare and replacement parts. (...)
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The growing pressure for improving customer responsiveness and profits has lately changed the traditional role of supply chain
management (SCM) of...
Published:
2005-07-28
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Abstract:
Lawson Software, almost two years since a successful IPO amid adverse conditions at the time, has had its share of difficulties
while rounding up its vertical offerings via a slew of focused appetizing acquisitions. While the last two quarters have seen
license revenue revive and profits, certain ongoing (...)
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supply chain reviewing for medical:
Lawson Software, almost two years since a successful IPO amid adverse conditions at the time, has had its share of difficulties
while rounding up ...
Published:
2003-11-06
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Abstract:
Cooperative markets and clever strategies controlling internal developments and guiding marketing may help Parametric Technology
Corporation (PTC) reach revenues of $1 billion (USD) by 2008. However, more impressive is this may make PTC an innovator in
product lifecycle management. (...)
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supply chain reviewing for medical:
Cooperative markets and clever strategies controlling internal developments and guiding marketing may help Parametric Technology
Corporation (PTC)...
Published:
2005-11-18
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Abstract:
While competitive costs (low and flexible software license pricing and implementation costs) and outstanding global service
(proven fast implementations and customer loyalty) will remain important requirements for success, particularly in the lower
end of the market, vertical focus will be the key factor (...)
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supply chain reviewing for medical:
While competitive costs (low and flexible software license pricing and implementation costs) and outstanding global service
(proven fast implement...
Published:
2003-10-14
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Abstract:
Manufacturing operations are characterized by a need for factory transformation management. Via software that uses a "virtual
factory" approach to synchronize the supply chain, Pelion Systems is attempting to establish a new market category, manufacturing
process optimization, to satisfy this need. (...)
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Manufacturing operations are characterized by a need for factory transformation management. Via software that uses a "virtual
factory" approach to...
Published:
2006-01-31
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Abstract:
ROI System is definitely a "user's vendor" that should raise the bar for customer care best practices amongst its competitors. (...)
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ROI System is definitely a "user's vendor" that should raise the bar for customer care best practices amongst
its competitors.
Published:
2003-06-04
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Abstract:
ROI's approach has always been to offer proven but not necessarily leading-edge product technology, which has allowed the
vendor to provide its customers with easy migration paths to updated technology. (...)
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supply chain reviewing for medical:
ROI's approach has always been to offer proven but not necessarily leading-edge product technology, which has allowed
the vendor to provide its cu...
Published:
2003-06-03
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Abstract:
QAD deserves admiration for its protracted innovativeness and endurance as the only assets it could muster as to compensate
for limited resources compared to many larger competitors. (...)
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supply chain reviewing for medical:
QAD deserves admiration for its protracted innovativeness and endurance as the only assets it could muster as to compensate
for limited resources ...
Published:
2003-09-20
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Abstract:
Only effective e-mail management, together with records management and policies for employees on how to manage their e-mails,
will help organizations deal with compliance regulations and potential litigation. (...)
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Only effective e-mail management, together with records management and policies for employees on how to manage their e-mails,
will help organizati...
Published:
2009-03-27
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Abstract:
Given Epicor's ordeal of the past and the fact that divesting several lateral products in 2001 will have greatly helped it
achieve some much needed stability nowadays, one could wonder about the wisdom of the renewed Epicor’s appetite for acquisitions. (...)
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supply chain reviewing for medical:
Given Epicor's ordeal of the past and the fact that divesting several lateral products in 2001 will have greatly helped
it achieve some much neede...
Published:
2003-08-23
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Abstract:
MAPICS remains a stable company, with a strong financial position, depth of manufacturing knowledge, a strong customer service
record, and a developed affiliate channel, which has also broadened its product offering. Combined respective MAPICS and Frontstep
customers and partners should be encouraged by (...)
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supply chain reviewing for medical:
MAPICS remains a stable company, with a strong financial position, depth of manufacturing knowledge, a strong customer service
record, and a devel...
Published:
2003-10-15
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Abstract:
IQMS appears to be raising the competitive bar for quality management among its ERP competition with a single database software
solution and seamless ERP systems access. (...)
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supply chain reviewing for medical:
IQMS appears to be raising the competitive bar for quality management among its ERP competition with a single database software
solution and seaml...
Published:
2005-04-07
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Abstract:
The battle between Oracle, Microsoft, SAP, and IBM goes far beyond applications -- it goes right into the technology stack
or the enterprise infrastructure. As a result, these vendors are drilling down deeper to compete with each other. (...)
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supply chain reviewing for medical:
The battle between Oracle, Microsoft, SAP, and IBM goes far beyond applications -- it goes right into the technology stack
or the enterprise infra...
Published:
2005-05-24
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Abstract:
BigMachines differentiates itself in the quote-to-order (Q2O) sphere due to its solutions’ lean end-to-end, inquiry-to-order
focus. Although there are other vendors offering Q2O as a service, BigMachines product is arguably more flexible, as high
tech manufacturers may be noting. (...)
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supply chain reviewing for medical:
BigMachines differentiates itself in the quote-to-order (Q2O) sphere due to its solutions’ lean end-to-end, inquiry-to-order
focus. Although there...
Published:
2008-08-22