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Best Practices for Developing SaaS ERP RFPs and SLAs by Sage Software February 06, 2012 - (Free Research) Developing a Software as a Service (SaaS) enterprise resource planning (ERP) request for proposal (RFP) is different from on-premise, requiring more attention to the vendor’s financial viability. In this expert guide, readers will get advice on the right questions to ask when purchasing SaaS ERP.  (EGUIDE) READ ABSTRACT |

The Business Case: Information for Project Portfolio Decision Makers by Global Knowledge May 25, 2010 - (Free Research) Increasing numbers of enterprises are incorporating project portfolio management in their strategic planning. And just as individuals use financial reports and analyses to consider various investment options, the enterprise uses an analysis called the Business Case to evaluate various project proposals for inclusion in the project portfolio.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Duet Enterprise for Microsoft SharePoint and SAP Demo by Microsoft December 29, 2011 - (Free Research) This demo shows how Duet Enterprise enables you to access information from SAP applications through Microsoft SharePoint. The example follows how a customer request for a proposal for quote is accomplished by combining data from SAP ERP with relevant documents from SharePoint.  (WEBCAST) READ ABSTRACT |

How to tackle identity management and federated identity by ComputerWeekly.com November 09, 2010 - (Free Research) The majority of user authentication schemes today still use userid and password. The burden to users of managing large numbers of userids and passwords has led to proposals for Federated Identity systems, where a single set of credentials can be used to authenticate with several organisations, which have agreed to work together as a federation.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Computer Weekly – 20 December 2011: Read this week’s issue, featuring: retail IT issues for Christmas; the cost of software failure; the founder of agile development by ComputerWeekly.com December 20, 2011 - (Free Research) In this week's issue of Computer Weekly, we look at the key technologies that retailers are turning to for IT-enabling customers' Christmas shopping. We examine research revealing the huge cost of application software that fails to meet requirements; and we talk to one of the pioneers of agile software development. Download the new issue now.  (EZINE) READ ABSTRACT |

Overcoming Objections to Data Governance by Talend February 09, 2011 - (Free Research) Although it has been proven that creating a proactive data management strategy improves the effectiveness and value of almost any data intensive project, convincing those in charge can be a challenge. This white paper discusses the benefits of data governance as well as providing objection-busting strategies useful to any data champion.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Sharepoint WAN Optimization And WAFS by Peer Software February 17, 2011 - (Free Research) Design teams across the world collaborate to create and develop prod­ucts. Unfortunately, IT organizations face serious challenges when collaborative teams share large files. This white paper will assess the strengths and weaknesses of the four technologies most commonly used to enhance file sharing for distributed teams.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Tough Test, Top Score: High Praise for Quantum DXi from Alaskan Utility by Quantum Corporation December 14, 2009 - (Free Research) After carefully weighing competing options, Anchorage Water and Wastewater Utility chose Quantum's DXi-Series solution with deduplication technology for its data protection system upgrade. This case study explains why they made that choice.  (CASE STUDY) READ ABSTRACT |

Integrate Advanced Analytics with Salesforce.com for Greater Business Insight by Business Objects January 2008 - (Free Research) The need for strategic information by department and executive managers is driving the transformation of tactical departmental systems into enterprise solutions, regardless of the size of the company employing the solutions.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Become a More Demand-Driven Organization by SAP America, Inc. September 2011 - (Free Research) Today’s global supply chains are marked by lack of visibility and long decision-making times that make it difficult to plan and execute with the speed and precision required by today's volatile markets. This paper explains how to establish a highly collaborative, demand-driven planning process that will help you overcome these modern challenges.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

3 Questions to Ensure You’re Collaborating Effectively Across Your Supply Chain by SAP America, Inc. September 2009 - (Free Research) To drive market share, sales, product adoption and greater efficiency, many businesses are strategically partnering with suppliers and other supply chain participants to collaborate and share information. In this white paper, find answers to three of the top concerns for organizations developing these collaborative supply chain networks.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Supply Chain Visibility Excellence by SAP America, Inc. March 2011 - (Free Research) As global supply chains become even more complex, gaining end-to-end visibility has become essential for successful management. Use the expert recommendations in this Aberdeen Group report to gain the visibility that can help you control costs and inventory and better manage today's complex, global supply chains.  (ANALYST REPORT) READ ABSTRACT |

Driving Sustained Improvements with Supply Chain Metrics and Analytics by SAP America, Inc. January 2012 - (Free Research) Managing today's complex, volatile, global supply chains requires the right set of performance metrics as well as the insight into risks and opportunities that analytics provides. Read this paper to learn how to use the widely-accepted SCOR framework to assess and improve your organization's supply chain performance management.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Intelligent Response Management Strategies for Managing Demand-Supply Networks by SAP America, Inc. July 2011 - (Free Research) Read this Aberdeen Group report to discover the intelligent response management strategies used by top companies to effectively manage their increasingly complex, global demand-supply networks in 2011's uncertain economic times.  (ANALYST BRIEF) READ ABSTRACT |

Strategies for Improving Supply Chain Visibility with Technology by IQMS August 2011 - (Free Research) Read this presentation transcript for an explanation of today's extended supply chain, and explores technologies and strategies for improving visibility for better collaboration.  (PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT) READ ABSTRACT |

Tips for managing sustainable supply chains by IBM January 2012 - (Free Research) Many organizations are eager to jump on the supply chain sustainability bandwagon without fully comprehending what such a program means to the organization. In this tip guide, you will gain expert insights into maintaining consistency and other governance elements to maintain a sustainable supply chain program with broad executive support.  (EGUIDE) READ ABSTRACT |

Onboarding suppliers to sustainable supply chain by IBM January 2012 - (Free Research) It is essential to convey sustainability in a meaningful way to manufacturers and clear manner for suppliers. In this tip guide, you will learn best practices for green manufacturing policies, tips for overcoming resistance to green supply chain management and expert insights to identify and manage performance metrics.  (EGUIDE) READ ABSTRACT |

Inventory Optimization: A Technique for Improving Operational Inventory Targets by SAP America, Inc. December 2009 - (Free Research) This paper examines how the stochastic multistage, multi-inventory model supports inventory optimization. It also looks at how the SAP® Enterprise Inventory Optimization application by SmartOps uses the model to help supply planners execute more effectively in a highly collaborative enterprise environment.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

BI for the CPG Industry - Supply Chain Visibility Drives Performance by SAP America, Inc. January 2011 - (Free Research) CPG companies are discovering that high product volume sales come at the expense of extreme data complexity. Companies struggle to maintain open lines of communication with retail customers and distributors trying to manage the flow of product. Learn how CPG companies deliver BI to business managers to better manage fluctuating product demand.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

SearchManufacturingERP.com eBook: Improving effectiveness and adoption in ERP procurement to drive increased savings by Ariba, Inc. December 2011 - (Free Research) This e-book provides tips on how to increase the value of your ERP – and your supply chain – with tools for more effective collaboration.  (EBOOK) READ ABSTRACT |

eGuide: Best practices for managing sustainable supply chains by IBM November 2011 - (Free Research) Many organizations, from large corporations to small not-for-profits, are eager to jump on the supply chain sustainability bandwagon without fully understanding what such a program means to the organization and its supply chain. In this e-guide, find best practices for managing sustainable supply chains and onboarding suppliers.  (EGUIDE) READ ABSTRACT |

Rethink Lean Technology and Enable Effective Supply Chain Management Visibility by Plex Systems November 2010 - (Free Research) Read this E-Guide and discover how lean software can boost your supply chain visibility. Uncover the importance of effective supply chain management visibility as well as 3 basic tasks that that aid in completing successful IT initiatives.  (EGUIDE) READ ABSTRACT |

Looking to the Cloud for an Effective Supply Chain by Plex Systems July 2010 - (Free Research) The manufacturing enterprise is driven by tight profit margins; a tough economy; escalating energy, material, labor, and operations costs. This paper describes the next wave of supply chain solutions. Read on to learn how technology plays a key role in a company’s ability to build and manage an effective supply chain.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Taking Control:Improved Inventory Visibility Leads to Lean Success by Plex Systems February 2012 - (Free Research) Read this paper for a comprehensive look into inventory inside the manufacturing plant - everything from inventory, to receipt of material, to finished products. Learn how to  take control of your inventory and supply chain to achieve lean manufacturing and increased efficiency and profitability.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

CW+: Quocirca Report: Utilising SOA in defence logistics by ComputerWeekly.com August 2010 - (Free Research) The logistics function within the defence arena presents distinct and complex challenges which can be mitigated through the adoption of a SOA architecture.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

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