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Abstract:
Even in a strong economy, retail is an extremely competitive industry. This paper lays out the external pressures and challenges
retailers face when attempting to understand sales drivers and promotional performance. It also identifies best practices
needed to create the deep insights required to optimiz (...)
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... Challenges. Source: SAP. Document Type: White Paper Description: Even in a strong economy, retail
is an extremely competitive industry. ...
Published:
2011-08-08
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Abstract:
Retailers today need to acquire ability to quickly adapt to changing market conditions or customer trends. They also need
to plan for the future. One technology that can assist retailers is wireless. Wireless technology can be used not only to
address business problems such as quick price changes, but ca (...)
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... They need a comprehensive wireless strategy that supports all aspects of the retail
organization, from store operations, to warehouse or distribution centers ...
Published:
2011-11-14
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Abstract:
For many companies, the second largest cost after people is facilities. Solutions have evolved from traditional out-tasking
and outsourcing to the more recent strategy of integrating facilities management and real estate under a single service provider.
But first, understand marketplace realities: provid (...)
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Bigger, Broader, and Better Linked: Considerations for Integrated Sourcing of Facilities Management and Real Estate. Source:
EquaTerra. ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Carefully tracking components and assemblies throughout the manufacturing process can prevent costly production and sequencing
errors, but executing these procedures can be difficult. While bar codes provide accurate, efficient product identification,
they are not viable in many common industrial process (...)
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Error Proofing with RFID. Source: Intermec. Document Type: White Paper Description: Carefully tracking components and assemblies
throughout ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Even as manufacturers and retailers seek to control costs and drive efficiency across the supply chains, controlling the
financial impact of unsaleable products remains a constant challenge. A study conducted by Wipro Technologies in collaboration
with Food Marketing Institute (FMI) and Grocery Manufactu (...)
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Impact of Sales and Procurement on Reverse Logistics. Source: Wipro Technologies. Document Type: White Paper Description:
Even as ...
Published:
2011-07-13
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Information management, which includes both data and content management, is an essential element of service-oriented architecture
(SOA). Taking a service-oriented approach to information data can thus help you achieve greater value from your information
assets. Implementing master data management (MDM) s (...)
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Information and SOA—Gaining Greater Insights through Master Data Management. Source: Quocirca Ltd. Document Type: White Paper
Description ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
How do companies address the out-of-control costs associated with network printing? Many look to control them by outsourcing
their managed printer services. The transition from basic dealer services to a holistic approach—where the dealer manages
the print services for the entire organization—has its (...)
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10 Best Practices in Printer Fleet Management. Source: 366 Software. Document Type: White Paper Description: How do companies
address ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
As pressure increases to reduce costs and improve customer service, many companies are outsourcing outside the US. Although
India and Malaysia are the least expensive options, companies that want to build strong long-term partnerships with a call
center—while taking quality, political climate, and cost (...)
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Choosing the Right Call Center Outsourcing Partner: Canada Builds a Strong Case. Source: 24-7 INtouch. Document Type: White
Paper ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Social media possess tremendous potential to drive revenue. But defining a business-effective social media strategy can be
challenging for retailers who may be new to the channel—not to say a bit skeptical. Fortunately, advances in social media
analytics now offer retailers the ability to act on intell (...)
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Improving Revenue and Customer Engagement with Social Media Analytics. Source: SAS. Document Type: Case Study Description:
Social ...
Published:
2011-05-24
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Abstract:
To understand the power of cache poisoning and pharming, imagine that you’re logging on to your Internet banking service.
The page looks a little odd, but the address is correct, and it has the same fields as usual. You might enter your credentials
without thinking twice. Unfortunately, you’ve just p (...)
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Cache Poisoning Raises Cash Crop for DNS Pharmers. Source: BlueCat Networks. Document Type: White Paper Description: To understand
...
Published:
2010-03-11
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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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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:
I'm Larry Blitz, editor of Technology Evaluation Centers’ (TEC) Vendor Showdown series. Welcome to our latest: ERP - Distribution
Showdown. You’ll notice this one has a broader focus than Showdowns we’ve done in the past. Again we’ll be comparing three
vendor solutions head-to-head, but not just (...)
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I'm Larry Blitz, editor of Technology Evaluation Centers’ (TEC) Vendor Showdown series. Welcome to our latest: ERP - Distribution
Showdown. You’ll...
Published:
2008-05-23
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Abstract:
The arrival of the new economy has brought significant changes to the existing business landscape. In particular, the retail
industry is quickly learning the value of developing strategic working relationships with vendor partners to improve supply
chain efficiency. (...)
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The arrival of the new economy has brought significant changes to the existing business landscape. In particular, the retail
industry is quickly l...
Published:
2001-12-02
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Abstract:
A vendor compliance database can range from a complex system built within the retailer's existing architecture to a smaller,
stand-alone desktop database application. Find out what's Andersen's take on vendor compliance programs. (...)
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A vendor compliance database can range from a complex system built within the retailer's existing architecture to a smaller,
stand-alone desktop d...
Published:
2001-12-08
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Abstract:
Take a giant step,lower Your erp implementation costs.Customized to meet your needs.It won't cost you anything to find out.Download
our free whitepaper! Most companies are facing a number of pressures, thanks to a stormy economic climate. To help control
costs and resources, many small to medium businesse (...)
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How to Lower Your ERP Implementation Costs. ... VARs and the ERP Community.
First, what a VAR is not: A VAR is not an independent software vendor (ISV). ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Within the warehouse management system (WMS) market, which is still the main breadwinning offering for most of the SCE vendors,
most products are functionally on par with mere nuances in ease of configuration or industry focus to differentiate the winner.
ERP vendors have taken advantage of this unfavora (...)
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Within the warehouse management system (WMS) market, which is still the main breadwinning offering for most of the SCE vendors,
most products are ...
Published:
2004-04-27
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Abstract:
TEC principal analyst P.J. Jakovljevic interviews the SAP Retail Industry team to shed some light on SAP’s strategy with regard
to the retail industry. Can SAP, a market and technology leader in business management software, translate its success in
the manufacturing industry to retail? TEC principal an (...)
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TEC principal analyst PJ Jakovljevic interviews the SAP Retail Industry team to shed some light on SAP’s strategy with regard
to the retail indus...
Published:
2012-01-05
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Abstract:
I'm Larry Blitz, editor of Technology Evaluation Centers’ (TEC) Vendor Showdown series. Welcome to our latest: ERP - Distribution
Showdown. You’ll notice this one has a broader focus than Showdowns we’ve done in the past. Again we’ll be comparing three
vendor solutions head-to-head, but not just (...)
Excerpt related to
selecting erp for wholesale and retail trade:
I'm Larry Blitz, editor of Technology Evaluation Centers’ (TEC) Vendor Showdown series. Welcome to our latest: ERP - Distribution
Showdown. You’ll...
Published:
2008-05-23
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Abstract:
Centralizing Bank Connections. Find Case Studies and Other Documents Associated with Centralizing Bank Connections and Digital
Data Transmission. Electronic connections with corporate customers determine much of a bank’s competitive differentiation
and cost structure. But many banks are held back by out (...)
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Centralizing Bank Connections. Find Case Studies and Other Documents Associated with Centralizing Bank Connections and Digital
Data Transmission. E...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
The integration offered by enterprise resource planning (ERP) vendors should not be unjustifiably overweighed at the expense
of RedPrairie’s functional breadth and depth and its domain expertise. Existing RedPrairie customers should evaluate the remaining
portions of the combined product suites in sear (...)
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The integration offered by enterprise resource planning (ERP) vendors should not be unjustifiably overweighed at the expense
of RedPrairie’s funct...
Published:
2004-04-30