Vendor Selection Research
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Case Study: Ocean County Utilities Authority
Sponsored by: Perceptive SoftwareRead this case study of a New Jersey utility company to learn how replacing their former document imaging system with the ImageNow enterprise content management allowed them to save time, accelerate AP approval processes, streamline cumbersome processes and curb frustration for employees.
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Case Study: Mid-Carolina Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Sponsored by: Perceptive SoftwareRead this case study of Mid-Carolina Electric Cooperative, Inc. to learn how replacing its old document imaging system with a new low-maintenance full-featured document management, imaging and workflow suite improved allowed for better information sharing and document availability, faster customer service and increased productivity.
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Lowering the Cost of Business Intelligence With Open Source: A Comparison of Open Source and Traditional Vendor Costs
Sponsored by: Pentaho CorporationMany of the top reasons given for the use of open source BI software is "lower costs." The question is whether commercial open source actually matters when it comes to lowering license and support costs. Read this analyst report for comparison of the software and support costs of traditional BI vendors versus commercial open source BI from Pentaho.
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E-Book: Best Practices for Selecting Midmarket ERP Software
Sponsored by: IQMSWith over 80 different ERP packages available today, determining what’s right for your organization can seem like a daunting task. But, with this e-book you will get advice and best practices for every step of the ERP software selection process. Ensuring you will not get lost in the sea of ERP software.
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ROI Case Study: Intacct Emergent Game Technologies
Sponsored by: Intacct CorporationEmergent needed an accounting application that would enable it to reconcile multiple currencies across its multiple subsidiaries, reduce manual data entry and monthly consolidation processes, and streamline revenue management. Continue reading to learn how Emergent chose Intacct for the financial management solution.
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Evaluating and Contracting for Cloud Financials Best Practice Considerations
Sponsored by: Intacct CorporationChoosing a cloud computing solution can seem like a daunting task. Where do you start? What questions do you ask? What do you specifically need to look out for? This paper answers these questions and more. Continue reading to learn the best practices for choosing a cloud computing solution.
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Presentation Transcript: Buying Your BI Solution from Your ERP Vendor: Strategic Business Enabler or IT Convenience?
Sponsored by: IBMThis presentation transcript explores the benefits and drawbacks of buying business intelligence (BI) solutions from enterprise resource planning (ERP) vendors, and shares survey results that reveal whether or not customers who have gone down the sole-sourcing path are happy with their decision.
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ERP Assessment and Selection: Get It Right the First Time
Sponsored by: Panorama Consulting GroupRead this white paper for several great tips for selecting the right ERP vendor for your organization. This paper breaks the process down into easy-to-follow steps, beginning with the basic questions decision-makers should ask.
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IP Telephony from A-Z -- The Complete IP Telephony eBook
Sponsored by: ShoreTel - OLDCheck out this comprehensive eBook to discover the ins and outs of IP telephony system selection, deployment, and management.
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Enterprise Resource Planning Software: Taking the Plunge
Sponsored by: VAI, Vormittag Associates, Inc.Check out this white paper to discover the many benefits of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.
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Storage: The Best Products of the Year 2008
Sponsored by: Storage MagazineInnovation was the byword for storage vendors in 2008. See which products came out on top in this issue of Storage. Other topics covered include deduplication, multitiered disaster recovery, and storage in a down economy.
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Presentation Transcript: Determining First Network Access Control (NAC) Deployments For Your Organization
Sponsored by: Bradford NetworksLearn how different priorities trigger the need for network access control and see examples of how to get NAC up and running in a phased approach.
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Information Workplace Platforms: Oracle Vs. Microsoft
Sponsored by: Oracle CorporationRead this white paper to learn about Oracle and Microsoft workplace platforms strengths and weaknesses.
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Oracle Vertical CRM Applications: Realizing Business Benefit Through Industry Best Practices
Sponsored by: Oracle CorporationThis IDC white paper explores the benefits of employing a vertical CRM application based on industry best practices. Learn challenges, opportunities and benefits of vertical applications as well as advice for industry-specific solutions.
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Selecting a Practical Enterprise Content Management Solution: Critical Considerations
Sponsored by: Xerox DocuShareLearn how to put together your content management strategy from the ground up, taking into account business needs, organizational structure and strategic objectives.
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Choosing a Remote DBA instead of a Full-time Consultant?
Sponsored by: NtiretyRelational databases like Oracle grow 3x to 5x in size every three years, but most are not backed up properly. Learn about one of the newest trends in the industry: to outsource or out-task to your database administration needs.
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Introducing IBM's Balanced Warehouse
Sponsored by: IBM Software GroupData warehousing and business intelligence (BI) have evolved. Learn about a cost-effective data warehouse system with advanced analytics that delivers high performance and flexibility to address changing business needs.
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Oracle® Business Intelligence: Standard Edition One Tutorial
Sponsored by: Oracle CorporationSelecting a business intelligence product that fits all of your organization's needs can be a challenging task. Read this paper to learn about a comprehensive BI solution that can be tailored to any organization.
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Stratecast: An SSL VPN Selection Framework: One Size Does Not Fit All
Sponsored by: SonicWALLSSL VPN is an important layer of protection for your company. This paper details an SSL VPN selection framework to help you evaluate the best option for your organization and how to save time and money when selecting your next SSL VPN.
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Integrate Automated Order Processing with SAP Applications
Sponsored by: Esker Inc.Inefficient sales order processing can cause companies to miss tremendous opportunities for improved profitability. Learn how automating the sales order process can eliminate the inefficiencies and limitations of manual order processing.
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Better Decision-Making: How Smart Companies Win with Cognos Management
Sponsored by: IBM CognosLearn how to utilize performance management solutions to prepare for the unknown future. Answer your fundamental business questions and gain deeper insight into your business to enable for better decision-making.
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Deploying a Wireless LAN
Sponsored by: BlackBerryMany factors must be considered when planning for a WLAN deployment. This paper provides a starting point for posing questions to WLAN equipment and service vendors.
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Berner Foods Case Study
Sponsored by: CDC Software - Ross EnterpriseManufacturers need to meet evolving requirements for safety and quality. There is also a need for a technology infrastructure with the flexibility to enter new markets. Read this study to learn about improving operations, quality control, suppl...
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Ten Critical Success Factors for CRM: Lessons Learned from Successful Implementations
Sponsored by: Oracle CorporationCustomer relationship management (CRM) deployments can be complex and difficult. This white paper provides a checklist of the ten critical success factors for organizations to follow to avoid common pitfalls as they design and deploy their CRM system.
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Ensuring Customer Loyalty: Designing Next-Generation Loyalty Programs
Sponsored by: Oracle CorporationLoyalty programs are a necessary part of a successful CRM program and long-term customer retention. Compare available programs, learn what a loyalty program can achieve for your business and gain an eight step guide to designing your own successful plan.