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Abstract:
Choosing the right professional services automation (PSA) solution may be one of the most important decisions a billable
services organization will ever have to make. It’s a decision that can clearly impact your company’s bottom line, so it’s
crucial that you get all the facts—up front. When talk (...)
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... Choosing the right professional services automation (PSA) solution ...
to ask in order to make an informed ... Download <strong>Evaluating
and Selecting a Complete PSA ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
The former die-hard IBM AS/400-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) supplier to mid-market manufacturing companies, MAPICS,
seems to have found its soul after the recent acquisition of its former competitor Frontstep and Frontstep's extended-ERP
product line on a Microsoft .NET-based technology platf (...)
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... that supports the management and automation of product ... Part Three
will discuss challenges and make user recommendations. ... In order to
do so, the company may ...
Published:
2004-07-20
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Abstract:
It is becoming necessary to go beyond the direct sales force to sell complex products. With the advent of personal computers
and the Internet, new possibilities for reaching manufacturing clients have opened up, and new sales opportunities have become
available. (...)
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sales force automation selecting for make to order manufacturing:
It is becoming necessary to go beyond the direct sales force to sell complex products. With the advent of personal computers
and the Internet, new...
Published:
2007-11-12
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The latest generation of quote-to-order systems uses knowledge-based software to help reduce an organization’s dependence
on its highly skilled experts. The ability to harness a company’s intellectual property and know-how helps build competitive
advantage. (...)
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sales force automation selecting for make to order manufacturing:
The latest generation of quote-to-order systems uses knowledge-based software to help reduce an organization’s dependence
on its highly skilled ex...
Published:
2007-11-19
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With its prudent 'wait-and-see' approach, Lilly Software has been rounding up its VISUAL product suite and remains in the
high pole position for the SME market race. (...)
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sales force automation selecting for make to order manufacturing:
With its prudent 'wait-and-see' approach, Lilly Software has been rounding up its VISUAL product suite and remains
in the high pole position for t...
Published:
2001-11-14
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Abstract:
Like many of its peers, Symix Systems, one of the leading mid-market enterprise applications vendors, has been making a big
push into the e-commerce market. A new Symix subsidiary called Frontstep, which was formed in January 2000, has been actively
rounding out its e-business product and strategic consu (...)
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sales force automation selecting for make to order manufacturing:
Like many of its peers, Symix Systems, one of the leading mid-market enterprise applications vendors, has been making a big
push into the e-commer...
Published:
2000-10-25
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Abstract:
Your Challenge: Get Decision Makers' Approval for Demand-Driven Strategies. Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and
Time-Bound. Many manufacturing companies have adopted or are considering the adoption of a demand-driven strategy. However,
if you want to be demand-driven, you aren’t going to achi (...)
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sales force automation selecting for make to order manufacturing:
Your Challenge: Get Decision Makers' Approval for Demand-Driven Strategies. Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant
and Time-Bound. Many manufac...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Cincom's latest product release covers many new bases, is architecturally adequate and remains a well-attuned offering for
ETO and MRO enterprises. While it is a competitive product that will create buzz in its markets, the road to success is by
no means guaranteed. (...)
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sales force automation selecting for make to order manufacturing:
... tools for manufacturing, financial, and sales automation
applications ... enterprises' needs such as sales, engineering, MRP ...
the results before selecting the optimum ...
Published:
2002-05-24
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Abstract:
Product lifecycle management (PLM) doesn't work, but it should. Industry's general approach and attitude to PLM mimics the
early days of customer relationship management (CRM) adoption, and lessons from that experience should help when tackling
the "ifs" and "hows" of PLM investment. (...)
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sales force automation selecting for make to order manufacturing:
Product lifecycle management (PLM) doesn't work, but it should. Industry's general approach and attitude to PLM mimics
the early days of customer ...
Published:
2005-11-25
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Abstract:
Cincom's latest product release covers many new bases, is architecturally adequate and remains a well-attuned offering for
ETO and MRO enterprises. While it is a competitive product that will create buzz in its markets, the road to success is by
no means guaranteed. (...)
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sales force automation selecting for make to order manufacturing:
... tools for manufacturing, financial, and sales automation
applications ... enterprises' needs such as sales, engineering, MRP ...
the results before selecting the optimum ...
Published:
2002-05-24
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Abstract:
Since a 'one-size-fits-all' product is still not quite a viable possibility, almost every product can win provided a certain
set of requirements. The Catch 22 for both buyers and vendors/VARs is to pinpoint the right opportunity in this ongoing 'dating
game'. An RFP/RFI selection process can streamline (...)
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sales force automation selecting for make to order manufacturing:
... Selecting a piece of enterprise application software has never been an ...
core ERP functionality as well (into eg, sales force automation (SFA), product ...
Published:
2002-03-06
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Abstract:
The value of a requirement traceability matrix is in its ability to track and monitor each requirement to be incorporated
into the customer's product throughout the entire process of product development, and to detect defects at the earliest stage
possible. (...)
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sales force automation selecting for make to order manufacturing:
The value of a requirement traceability matrix is in its ability to track and monitor each requirement to be incorporated
into the customer's prod...
Published:
2007-04-30
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Abstract:
Take a tip from the professionals about sales force automation.You'll wonder how you ever managed without it.Free download!
No matter how effective your sales staff is, there’s always room to boost efficiency and increase sales. But how you go about
doing so may be a point of contention. Sales force aut (...)
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sales force automation selecting for make to order manufacturing:
Take a tip from the professionals about sales force automation.You'll wonder how you ever managed without it.Free download!
No matter how effective...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
As a provider of enterprise resource planning (ERP) integrated workforce productivity solutions, we have seen many approaches
to distribution automation. Adding a warehouse management system is a logical option for many manufacturers, but this article
provides insight into another option: extending ERP d (...)
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sales force automation selecting for make to order manufacturing:
As a provider of enterprise resource planning (ERP) integrated workforce productivity solutions, we have seen many approaches
to distribution auto...
Published:
2009-08-05
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Abstract:
Mid-sized companies have the agility of small businesses, and are resource-rich enough to handle CRM implementation. However,
without comprehensive planning, attainable objectives, metrics, and check points mid-sized companies will not realize success
and full potential from their CRM system. (...)
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sales force automation selecting for make to order manufacturing:
Mid-sized companies have the agility of small businesses, and are resource-rich enough to handle CRM implementation. However,
without comprehensiv...
Published:
2005-02-14
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Abstract:
Since a 'one-size-fits-all' product is still not quite a viable possibility, almost every product can win provided a certain
set of requirements. The Catch 22 for both buyers and vendors/VARs is to pinpoint the right opportunity in this ongoing 'dating
game'. An RFP/RFI selection process can streamline (...)
Excerpt related to
sales force automation selecting for make to order manufacturing:
... Selecting a piece of enterprise application software has never been an ...
core ERP functionality as well (into eg, sales force automation (SFA), product ...
Published:
2002-03-06
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Abstract:
Creating specific CRM strategies means developing measurable goals and calculating your ROI to achieve them. These in addition
to a technical framework, sales and marketing strategies, including Internet strategies, and customer satisfaction metrics
will create a smooth running CRM machine in your compan (...)
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sales force automation selecting for make to order manufacturing:
Creating specific CRM strategies means developing measurable goals and calculating your ROI to achieve them. These in addition
to a technical fram...
Published:
2005-02-17
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Abstract:
MAPICS hereby joins the raft of enterprise resource planning (ERP) vendors that are making their way into the product lifecycle
management (PLM) market by bundling or partnering strategically to embed PLM functions within their suites. (...)
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sales force automation selecting for make to order manufacturing:
... capabilities to more effectively design, make, deliver, and ... need
to connect their engineering and manufacturing or supply ... a PLM vendor, go to Selecting
a PLM ...
Published:
2004-07-22
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Abstract:
Like many of its peers, Symix Systems, one of the leading mid-market enterprise applications vendors, has been making a big
push into the e-commerce market. A new Symix subsidiary called Frontstep, which was formed in January 2000, has been actively
rounding out its e-business product and strategic consu (...)
Excerpt related to
sales force automation selecting for make to order manufacturing:
Like many of its peers, Symix Systems, one of the leading mid-market enterprise applications vendors, has been making a big
push into the e-commer...
Published:
2000-10-25
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Abstract:
The company must clearly articulate its plans and the timeline for integration for each of its products. Otherwise it may
face confusion and/or anxiety amongst both its current and potential customers as well as within its VARs. (...)
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sales force automation selecting for make to order manufacturing:
The company must clearly articulate its plans and the timeline for integration for each of its products. Otherwise it may
face confusion and/or an...
Published:
2002-07-30
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