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Oracle to Enlist BPA Systems in its Mid-Market Quest (3 Pages)
by Steve McVey
Oct 20, 1999
Abstract : AUSTIN, Texas -- BPA SYSTEMS (www.bpasystems.com), a leading developer of business process automation solutions for dynamic manufacturing and distribution companies, announced today that its flagship product BP LINK/SC will be integrated with Oracle's newest solution for mid-sized companies, FastForward(SM) Distribution(RPM) (Rapid Pre-configured Model). With integration from BP LINK/SC to help accelerate receiving, inventory and shipping transactions using bar code and data collection technology, Oracle's FastForward Distribution(RPM) is the only enterprise class solution for wholesale distributors available in a fixed-time, fixed-price,
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The Ghost in the Machine: Where Has Process Automation Left the Consumer? (3 Pages)
by David Clark
Jun 9, 2006
Abstract : Business process automation is all very well and good. After all, nothing succeeds like success, especially automated success. But what is the effect of automation on the consumer, that most unpredictable of systems?
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Process Manufacturing Software: A Primer (8 Pages)
by Joseph J. Strub
Mar 20, 2004
Abstract : This article looks at ERP software with a very narrow focus, namely that of process manufacturing. Understanding the differences between process and discrete manufacturing can assist you in emphasizing and concentrating on those functions and features that matter most in the process world. This emphasis may clarify your choice of software or, more importantly, help you avoid being saddled with ill-fitting concepts and procedures. If you are a process manufacturing expert, you may find this article somewhat basic. However, for those of you just getting into a process manufacturing project or those thinking that process and discrete manufacturing, like the poetic line, 'a rose is a rose is a rose,' are the same, read on. For experts, feel free to disagree with my premises as your viewpoint would be of interest.
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Process Manufacturing Software: A Primer (8 Pages)
by Joseph J. Strub
Apr 21, 2003
Abstract : This article looks at ERP software with a very narrow focus, namely that of process manufacturing. Understanding the differences between process and discrete manufacturing can assist you in emphasizing and concentrating on those functions and features that matter most in the process world. This emphasis may clarify your choice of software or, more importantly, help you avoid being saddled with ill-fitting concepts and procedures. If you are a process manufacturing expert, you may find this article somewhat basic. However, for those of you just getting into a process manufacturing project or those thinking that process and discrete manufacturing, like the poetic line, 'a rose is a rose is a rose,' are the same, read on. For experts, feel free to disagree with my premises as your viewpoint would be of interest.
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Business Process Management Notations within Business Process Management (4 Pages)
by Hans Mercx
Nov 7, 2006
Abstract : Business process management notation (BPMN) is an initiative to increase standardization within process modeling. What are the principles of BPMN, and what is the value of BPMN to vendors and organizations using business process modeling?
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Sales Force Automation, Customer Relationship Management, and Sales Training: A Fusion of Methodology and Technology (3 Pages)
by Dave Stein and Al Case
May 23, 2006
Abstract : Many organizations find it challenging to adopt sales force automation and customer relationship management solutions. Formal sales training and the related reinforcement tools can make the difference. We examine the key challenges and propose some solutions.
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Enterprise Resource Planning for Services, and Professional Services Automation: Where Do You Draw the Line? (4 Pages)
by Neil Stolovitsky
Apr 13, 2006
Abstract : Since the late nineties, enterprise resource planning (ERP) vendors have developed functionality for vertical markets in the service industry. Simultaneously, professional services automation (PSA) became a viable software category. Consequently, deciphering the difference between ERP and PSA remains a challenge.
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Microsoft's Dynamic New Approach to Professional Services Automation (0 Pages)
by Neil Stolovitsky
Feb 10, 2006
Abstract : In the short term, Microsoft Dynamics SL will likely follow the professional services automation (PSA) trend of extending functionality to the Web. In the long term, its eventual absorption into the Microsoft Dynamics product line may affect Microsoft's strategy in the project portfolio management marketplace.
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Marketing Automation: Coming of Age Slowly (6 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
May 15, 2004
Abstract : Marketing is possibly the only remaining major business function yet to revise its core processes to take advantage of IT that can cut time, costs, and improve the quality of its operation. Nevertheless with marketing automation there are huge untapped opportunities for business improvement, given marketing has a unique vantage point in any enterprise to understand the customer needs, buying behavior, and value perception.
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