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There are some indications that the main burden for RFID compliance will fall on suppliers, and not on retailers. Thus, these
companies should start evaluating RFID technology soon as to avoid paying exorbitant compliance costs, in the nick of time
or ensuing penalties due to their noncompliance after th (...)
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There are some indications that the main burden for RFID compliance will fall on suppliers, and not on retailers. Thus, these
companies should sta...
Published:
2004-08-20
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Abstract:
The fact that the size does not necessarily mean everything in the enterprise applications space might be proven by Provia,
which certainly still continues to differentiate its value proposition despite its smaller stature and quieter nature compared
to most of its adversaries. Most recently, it would be (...)
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The fact that the size does not necessarily mean everything in the enterprise applications space might be proven by Provia,
which certainly still ...
Published:
2004-08-11
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Abstract:
The goal of the pilot project was not to see whether RFID tags on pallets and cases could be read automatically (although
one should not assume that it is easy to achieve), but rather to develop or improve the systems and business processes needed
to sustain higher levels of efficiency and productivity. (...)
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The goal of the pilot project was not to see whether RFID tags on pallets and cases could be read automatically (although
one should not assume th...
Published:
2004-08-03
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Abstract:
Further acquisition, partnerships, and internal development will continue to accelerate offering a much-richer level of functionality
throughout the entire commerce chain software market. Market wide, the growth of industry specific, vertical solutions continues
with concurrent internal development, acqu (...)
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Further acquisition, partnerships, and internal development will continue to accelerate offering a much-richer level of functionality
throughout t...
Published:
2003-05-20
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Abstract:
Although their consolidation appetite is not diminishing by any means, some major acquisition protagonists like SSA Global
and Infor seem to be showing signs of more deliberation and even restraint, rather than jumping the gun to indiscriminately
gain market share. (...)
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Although their consolidation appetite is not diminishing by any means, some major acquisition protagonists like SSA Global
and Infor seem to be sh...
Published:
2006-04-24
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Abstract:
Changing business requirements have forced supply chain execution (SCE) vendors to expand via add-on modules. Seeing this
upward push from the SCE vendors, enterprise resource planning vendors are now pushing downward and including SCE modules
within their solutions. (...)
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Changing business requirements have forced supply chain execution (SCE) vendors to expand via add-on modules. Seeing this
upward push from the SCE...
Published:
2009-03-25
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Abstract:
For many manufacturers, distributors and retailers with a mishmash of disparate back-office business applications, Sterling
Commerce, a traditional integration and communication provider, has recently unveiled a package designed to automate web-based
commerce all the way from order capture to fulfillment (...)
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For many manufacturers, distributors and retailers with a mishmash of disparate back-office business applications, Sterling
Commerce, a traditiona...
Published:
2009-07-24
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Abstract:
FourSite 4.4 is an upgrade of its fulfillment solution oriented towards third party logistics (3PL) providers. ViaOptimize,
is an advanced step for companies who have already automated their facilities with Provia's WMS and are now looking at optimization
as a key area of improvement, efficiency and cost (...)
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FourSite 4.4 is an upgrade of its fulfillment solution oriented towards third party logistics (3PL) providers. ViaOptimize,
is an advanced step fo...
Published:
2004-08-17
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Abstract:
FourSite 4.4 is an upgrade of its fulfillment solution oriented towards third party logistics (3PL) providers. ViaOptimize,
is an advanced step for companies who have already automated their facilities with Provia's WMS and are now looking at optimization
as a key area of improvement, efficiency and cost (...)
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bi ranks for transportation and warehousing:
FourSite 4.4 is an upgrade of its fulfillment solution oriented towards third party logistics (3PL) providers. ViaOptimize,
is an advanced step fo...
Published:
2004-08-17
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Abstract:
MAPICS remains a customer-focused organization with the mantra of helping customers in select verticals become world-class
manufacturers. (...)
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MAPICS remains a customer-focused organization with the mantra of helping customers in select verticals become world-class
manufacturers.
Published:
2003-10-11
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Abstract:
After 9/11, the analyst community optimistically predicted a sharp rise in the demand for global trade management (GTM) software.
While initially vendor shares rose, pre- and post-9/11 barriers have prevented the profitability and ubiquity of GTM software. (...)
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After 9/11, the analyst community optimistically predicted a sharp rise in the demand for global trade management (GTM) software.
While initially ...
Published:
2005-11-11
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Abstract:
For global trade management solutions (GTM) one should never overlook the enterprise applications leader SAP, which in most
cases opts for in-house product delivery. (...)
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For global trade management solutions (GTM) one should never overlook the enterprise applications leader SAP, which in most
cases opts for in-hous...
Published:
2005-05-13
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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:
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:
Frontstep needs to promulgate its strategy of helping its manufacturing customers and their business partners automate and
streamline business processes inside and outside the four walls of the enterprise, such as on-line collaboration with customers,
suppliers, distributors, and employees, to make every (...)
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Frontstep needs to promulgate its strategy of helping its manufacturing customers and their business partners automate and
streamline business pro...
Published:
2002-09-24
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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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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:
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:
Compliance with the market RFID mandate has unfortunately preceded the achievements of applied physics and computer science.
One of the main obstacles is the lack of integration, since there is a dearth of software tools from enterprise application
integration vendors to get data from RFID tags and reade (...)
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Compliance with the market RFID mandate has unfortunately preceded the achievements of applied physics and computer science.
One of the main obsta...
Published:
2004-08-04
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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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Abstract:
For Provia, the ability to increase the awareness of the company's supply chain execution (SCE) solution for a global audience
through the company's long-standing partnership with Menlo was the natural next step in the relationship. (...)
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For Provia, the ability to increase the awareness of the company's supply chain execution (SCE) solution for a global
audience through the company...
Published:
2004-08-14