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Improve Operational Performance by Visualizing and Analyzing Relevant KPI and KPD Metrics: Support Continuous Improvement with Value Stream Management and Operational Intelligence by myDIALS Inc.

November 04, 2009 - (Free Research)

This paper outlines the use of Key Performance Indicators (KPI metrics) together with associated Key Performance Drivers (KPD metrics) within the context of value stream management to support continuous operational performance improvement.

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Leading VC Firm Keeps Citrix XenApp, Microsoft Exchange and Blackberry Enterprise Server "Always On" with Marathon Technologies by Marathon Technologies

September 18, 2009 - (Free Research)

Find out how Argo Global Capital utilized server virualization to simplify, consolidate and reduce operating costs in their data center. Since implementing XenServer with everRun, Argo has had zero downtime, even during a significant hardware failure.

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Zenith ARCA: Advanced Recovery and Continuity Appliance by Zenith Infotech

October 28, 2009 - (Free Research)

Learn how Freeland Community School District in Freeland, MI. used Zenith ARCA (Advanced Recovery & Continuity Appliance) to reduce management overheads, reduce RPO from 2 hours to 15 minutes.

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Advanced Data Protection and Disaster Recovery by Syncsort

January 15, 2009 - (Free Research)

Coupling NetApp’s SnapMirror and SnapVault technology with Syncsort’s BEX software has created an integrated disk-based solution for data protection and disaster recovery of mission-critical digital assets. Within minutes of an outage or disaster, applications, databases and users can be accessing data and resuming business.

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Virtualization Capabilities Drive Taco Inc. to Choose Syncsort for Data Protection by Syncsort

October 21, 2009 - (Free Research)

Because their data center was reaching its physical limits, Taco, Inc. found their backup and restore processes getting noticeably slower. With their exposure to IT disaster scenarios a distinct reality, they turned to Syncsort for their data protection needs.

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Five Myths of Agile Development by VersionOne Inc.

September 2008 - (Free Research)

In this white paper, you will gain insight into five myths commonly associated with agile development. Explore what agile development is in reality, what it is not, and the true benefits of transitioning to agile methods in your organization.

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Strategies for Profitable Growth - Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing by SAP AG

January 2005 - (Free Research)

Examine the comprehensive strategies, solutions, and best practices for the aerospace and defense (A&D) manufacturing industry based on technical and business expertise. Learn best practices and strategies for profitable growth in your business.

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The Impact of Lean on Consumer Product Manufacturers by SAP AG

February 2007 - (Free Research)

Discover the impact of Lean on consumer product manufacturers and gain key tips in implementing successful Lean initiatives across the enterprise.

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Madness? Mergers, Acquisitions, and Divestitures by SAP AG

October 2008 - (Free Research)

This paper discusses why failure happens and how to prevent it by following the overriding best practice in successful acquisitions, mergers, and divestitures: preparedness.

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Global ERP Functionality Delivered: The Delivery Difference between Products and Vendors Explained by SAP AG

September 2008 - (Free Research)

Enterprises looking to compete in a global marketplace must be able to comply with international financial and legal requirements-they must be able to think globally but at the same time act (and comply) locally.

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Aberdeen Report: The Advanced Sourcing & Negotiation Benchmark Report by SAP AG

January 2007 - (Free Research)

Enterprises that employ advanced sourcing strategies are positively impacting product development cycles and building stronger supplier relationships by making better, more informed decisions. Get the details in the results of this Aberdeen Group survey.

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Best Practices in Extending Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP): A Buyer's Guide to ERP versus Best of Breed Decisions by SAP AG

September 2008 - (Free Research)

Extending ERP is the focus of this document, which encompasses utilizing more functionality, extending the footprint beyond the core ERP functionality and making decisions between ERP vendors and pure play or "Best of Breed" solutions.

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Master Data Management: Extracting Value from Your Most Important Intangible Asset by SAP AG

January 2007 - (Free Research)

Effective master data management can save time and money - even enable the capture of incremental revenues, it can also reduce costs while improving customer service.

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Accelerate Value Creation: The Virtuous Cycle of Using Technology to Maximize Business Value by SAP AG

October 2008 - (Free Research)

Understanding how IT can drive value and competitive advantage for your company is important for executives in all industries. This SAP Executive Insight paper explores the relationship between IT investment and performance and productivity gains.

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The Responsive Supply Chain: Managing Market Events in the Consumer Goods Industry by SAP AG

September 2008 - (Free Research)

This report focuses on the market events that impact demand. It explains the six market event categories that cannot be controlled but can be effectively managed if the right processes and technologies are in place.

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Using Talent Supply Chain Management to Overcome Challenges in the Professional Services Market by SAP AG

January 2007 - (Free Research)

Discover how implementing an integrated talent supply chain management environment can help professional services providers enhance revenues by improving delivery performance and speeding client response.

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Intelligent Merchandising: Creating a Unique Shopping Experience, Part 1 by SAP AG

May 2007 - (Free Research)

Learn how you can how you can hook customers with fresh, unusual and relevant shopping experiences. Drive customer loyalty by training, empowering and providing employees with the technical tools to capture the nuances of customer behavior.

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Using Master Data in Business Intelligence by SAP AG

March 2007 - (Free Research)

This paper reviews the current status of master data management (MDM) and offers suggestions for planning, building, and deploying an MDM environment. It examines how the MDM environment can be used in conjunction with BI applications and an underlying data warehousing environment to improve the decision-making process.

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Reduce the Pain of ERP Upgrades with Better Planning by SAP AG

June 2007 - (Free Research)

This Report offers guidance on developing an overall corporate strategy for maintaining an ERP system by providing practical advice for planning and managing an ERP upgrade project.

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IT's Role in the M&A Process by SAP AG

October 2008 - (Free Research)

Read this paper to review the results of a survey that addressed IT's role in the M&A process and the blending and coherence of enterprise system data during M&A activity.

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Service Delivery Innovation: Creating Client Value and Enhancing Profitability by SAP AG

January 2007 - (Free Research)

This paper reviews the forces that affect the professional services market today, defines and explains the main pillars of service delivery innovation, and reviews the benefits firms derive from service delivery innovation.

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Supply Chain Collaboration: The Key to Success in a Global Economy by SAP AG

January 2007 - (Free Research)

Learn how you can transform traditional supply chains from linear, sequential processes into adaptive supply chain networks.

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BusinessWeek Research: Talent Management - The New Business Imperative by SAP AG

August 2007 - (Free Research)

Read this report to discover the views of senior human resource (HR) and information technology (IT) executives and CEOs at large and midsize companies about the talent shortage and how workforce planning can help executives address this coming crisis.

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IT Excellence: Achieving Optimised Business Outcomes by SAP AG

February 2007 - (Free Research)

Information technology is ubiquitous in organizations, but what distinguishes top-notch IT from merely adequate IT? Read this article written by the Economist, to learn how leading companies enable IT to perform optimally.

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Intelligent Merchandising: Creating a Unique Shopping Experience, Part 2 by SAP AG

August 2007 - (Free Research)

Anticipating customer needs is a better predictor of success than just responding to what customers say they want. Read this white paper to learn how you can create a unique customer experience by anticipating customers' lifestyle needs and demands.

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