This brief paper outlines SAP's option for companies looking to link their entire universe of business partners and processes regardless of data standards. Read this now and learn about the many benefits of this solution, including lower costs, global compliance, increased visibility and control and more. 

CIOs are more confident of securing technology budget increases than at any time in the last five years, according to the CIO Technology Survey 2012. 

The approach to end-of-life compliance that many manufacturers are taking today will not scale with the rapid growth and increased complexity of regulations and industry or supply chain requirements. Read this paper to discover the benefits of best-in-class approaches to environmental management programmes and the systems need to support them. 

Research indicates that more and more businesses will adopt a holistic approach to risk management as they deal with growing economic uncertainty. Access this white paper to learn how to establish a comprehensive risk management that encompasses policies for disaster recovery, IT security and regulatory compliance. 

Checkout this Webcast and learn how to best prepare to meet government regulations and safeguard your organization from conducting business with unethical parties. 

This document is designed to help firms understand their data conversion options. It outlines what data is critical and must be converted for compliance purposes and business continuity, what data is not critical, the relationship between data conversion and reporting, and what to look for in a new technology provider relative to data conversion. 

In this month’s issue, Global Vice President of the Information Security Forum, Steve Durbin, offers five actions you can take to prepare for today’s external threats, proven steps to counter internal threats, and practical advice on how to better prepare and respond to foreseen (and unforeseen) compliance regulations. 

<div> <div> <p>While SIEM systems are often expensive and complex, they play a vital part in your risk and compliance strategy. This technical guide on SIM explores SIEM technologies today and offers exclusive tips and considerations for your deployment.</p> </div> </div> 

Many procurement organizations struggle to meet savings goals with an overworked staff using time-consuming, manual processes or outdated systems. Read this paper to learn how to better collaborate with key stakeholders, qualify suppliers, ensure a competitive bidding process, and negotiate contract terms with suppliers. 

Islamic investment management today presents great opportunities, but setting up a compliant operation requires numerous considerations. Access this white paper to uncover 5 steps that will ensure a Shari’ah-compliant portfolio. 

This report from KPMG identifies business priorities across a wide range of geographies and industries, and assesses the economic outlook. 

This week’s Computer Weekly contains an exclusive interview with JP Morgan COO India Gary-Martin about juggling multiple legacy IT systems while keeping the merchant bank compliant. We also look at how near-field communications technology promises to revolutionise consumer spending and we ask whether 2012 could be the year that APM becomes vital? 

During past economic slowdowns companies didn’t plan ahead to safeguard the ability to grow profitably. While the current economic downturn shows a need to reduce costs, many SMMs are also pursuing growth. They’re responding to market pressures and rising costs by targeting IT solutions like industry-specific ERP to set the stage for future growth.