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Abstract:
This article defines process manufacturing; discusses its formulation, packaging, and pricing issues; talks about interfaces;
and provides cautions and caveats. (...)
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This article defines process manufacturing; discusses its formulation, packaging, and pricing issues; talks about interfaces;
and provides caution...
Published:
2005-09-03
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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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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:
Having to deliver a number of functionalities through third-party solutions, which are natively offered by many larger competitors,
may deter some interface-wary customers. Thus, Relevant should try to provide as many third-party solutions as possible as
a standard configuration, which should make custom (...)
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Having to deliver a number of functionalities through third-party solutions, which are natively offered by many larger competitors,
may deter some...
Published:
2005-01-28
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Will Ramco be able to deliver on its vision of personalized, assembled applications? Time will tell, but the indications
are good. Ramco faces a crowded and consolidating enterprise market, but has shown patience and realistic expectations for
its growth. (...)
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Will Ramco be able to deliver on its vision of personalized, assembled applications? Time will tell, but the indications are
good. Ramco faces a c...
Published:
2003-11-05
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Abstract:
SynQuest, Inc. with help from IBM makes good on its promise to deliver an AS/400-based version of its manufacturing software. (...)
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SynQuest, Inc. with help from IBM makes good on its promise to deliver an AS/400-based version of its manufacturing software.
Published:
2000-04-18
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Abstract:
In most cases, companies will acquire enterprise asset management (EAM) software but the interfaces to external systems will
have to be constructed. (...)
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... Companies selecting a new ERP system should include a ... to win increased
acceptance among discrete manufacturers that ... back to the EAM/CMMS comparison,
reliability ...
Published:
2004-03-16
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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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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:
Success start with Pronto Software, ERP Vendor.Acquire Free White Papers or Case Studies Associated with erp software. Pronto
Software—Australian vendor of software meeting the needs of a range of vertical industries such as retail and food and
beverage—wants to ensure it sustains profitable g (...)
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... maintenance management system (CMMS) and enterprise asset ... for evaluating
and selecting enterprise software. ... that TEC's Discrete Manufacturing
Evaluation Center ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
In most cases, companies will acquire enterprise asset management (EAM) software but the interfaces to external systems will
have to be constructed. (...)
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selecting cmms discrete manufacturing:
... Companies selecting a new ERP system should include a ... to win increased
acceptance among discrete manufacturers that ... back to the EAM/CMMS comparison,
reliability ...
Published:
2004-03-16
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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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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:
Baan's focus on discrete manufacturing has not been a close fit with Invensys' plant automation products that have been geared
mostly to process industries. To that end, Invensys has had a nightmarish job of trying to rationalize Baan and its process
ERP counterparts, Protean and PRISM, development - str (...)
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Baan's focus on discrete manufacturing has not been a close fit with Invensys' plant automation products that have
been geared mostly to process i...
Published:
2003-05-08
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Abstract:
While the recent initiatives by Microsoft Business Solutions to piecemeal bolster its product lines' SCM capabilities should
benefit users, a lot more cohesive SCM strategy is needed for Microsoft to truly permeate the SCM mid-market. (...)
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While the recent initiatives by Microsoft Business Solutions to piecemeal bolster its product lines' SCM capabilities
should benefit users, a lot ...
Published:
2003-12-01
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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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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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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:
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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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:
Much has changed, while much has remained the same at MAPICS during 2003. With the February finalization of the Frontstep
acquisition, MAPICS has become quite a large enterprise applications provider, which positions the vendor near (if not at)
the top among vendors that focus on the mid-size discrete ma (...)
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Much has changed, while much has remained the same at MAPICS during 2003. With the February finalization of the Frontstep
acquisition, MAPICS has ...
Published:
2003-10-13
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Abstract:
The time for existing Made2Manage customers and partners to act is now. The new owners’ motivation in buying the product
and vendor must have been the install base and that is you. Showing interest and being vocal about your needs is your part
in keeping the relationship the way you want it. (...)
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The time for existing Made2Manage customers and partners to act is now. The new owners’ motivation in buying the product and
vendor must have been...
Published:
2003-09-15
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Abstract:
The former staunch IBM AS/400-based ERP supplier to mid-market manufacturing companies, MAPICS, has become quite a larger
vendor and with a wider choice of products due to the recent acquisition of Frontstep and its entire product line, which included
ERP, CRM, and SCM, on a single Microsoft .NET-based t (...)
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The former staunch IBM AS/400-based ERP supplier to mid-market manufacturing companies, MAPICS, has become quite a larger
vendor and with a wider ...
Published:
2003-10-10
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Abstract:
Should Baan and Ironside learn from their new senior sibling SSA GT how to consistently produce stellar financial results
and profitability while proceeding with the launch of the next-generation product releases and integration platforms that
could in turn cater for SSA GT's aged products' technology re (...)
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Should Baan and Ironside learn from their new senior sibling SSA GT how to consistently produce stellar financial results
and profitability while ...
Published:
2003-07-11
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Abstract:
With its solid and improving cash position and current development work in progress for contemporary Internet-based, 'software
as a service' enterprise and collaborative commerce applications, and given its intentions to continue to sell both directly
and indirectly with accredited VARs within certain ve (...)
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With its solid and improving cash position and current development work in progress for contemporary Internet-based, 'software
as a service' enter...
Published:
2003-06-13