Abstract: System Software Associates, Inc. (SSA), announced on September 14 that its
Board of
Directors has named Robert R. Carpenter, a highly-experienced executive in the technology services sector, as Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the
Board of
Directors. In naming Mr. Carpenter, the
Board has completed an extensive search process for the retiring Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. William M. Stuek. Mr. Stuek commented that
PubDate: 9/24/1999
Abstract: St. Marys Paper Ltd. is a pulp and paper mill located in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario (Canada). In 1989, it implemented a CHAMPS computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to help reduce costs and improve efficiencies. In 1998, St. Marys decided to investigate potential vendors for a maintenance system upgrade. After reviewing several vendors, the mill again turned to CHAMPS.
Abstract: The Board of Directors of J.D. Edwards & Company has reappointed C. Edward McVaney to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer, replacing Doug Massingill who resigned from the position and from the Board effective immediately.
Abstract: If you are selling products or services that are critical to your prospect’s success or for that matter, their very survival, your proposal will likely be elevated to the board of directors level for final approval. How do you sell at the board level?
Abstract: ATLANTA, Georgia -- Manhattan Associates Inc. MANH, the global leader in best-of-breed warehouse and transportation management systems, announced the appointment of Richard (Dick) M. Haddrill, former president and chief executive officer of Powerhouse Technologies, as president and chief executive officer reporting to Alan Dabbiere, chairman of the board for Manhattan Associates, effective January 1, 2000. Dabbiere will continue to play an active role as chairman of the board and will remain involved in strategic projects associated with the company's future direction. PRNewswire, 10/18/99.
Abstract: On November 29, Pronto Inc. announced its presence in North America, entering the ERP market with a complete breadth of offerings. The new company is a subsidiary of Australian based Prometheus Software Developments Pty. Ltd., a leading Far Eastern Internet and e-commerce enabled ERP provider.
Abstract: The source code for mission-critical software products is almost never provided to users by the supplier. All the end-user has is a copy of the compiled source code—in other words, the object code that can only be read and executed by the computers concerned. That’s why professional escrow is becoming an essential component of operational risk management.
Abstract: ABB, a specialist in energy and automation technology, needed a business intelligence (BI) and corporate performance management (CPM) solution in order to support varied business needs and processes such as sales control, management reporting, and planning. But the BI software ABB chose couldn’t cope with all the requirements for integrating analysis, planning, and reporting. Learn about the new BI solution ABB deployed.
Abstract: Charlotte Russe, a women’s clothing retailer, had complicated processes for sales, markdown, and performance analysis. These processes often resulted in missed deadlines, and so the company searched for a way to automate and improve them. By implementing a business intelligence (BI) and corporate performance management (CPM) solution, the company reduced sales analysis and markdown planning from days to minutes.
Abstract: Mitsubishi Electric Europe thought its enterprise resource planning (ERP) would address all of its reporting requirements. But long-term, this proved difficult to sustain, due to the company’s ever-changing procedures. So Mitsubishi decided to invest in a tool that would integrate data from disparate systems, speed up the delivery of information, and provide dashboard, analysis, and reporting capabilities. Find out more.
Abstract: On April 12, Industrial & Financial Systems, IFS AB announced the signing of a definitive agreement for Pivotal Corporation to acquire its division Exactium Ltd. The agreement also launches a global alliance between IFS and Pivotal that will result in Pivotal's sell-side eBusiness solutions being integrated with IFS enterprise applications, which will be marketed by IFS globally.
Abstract: IFS Defence Ltd., a joint venture between BAE Systems and IFS, recently acquired iSC, a British custom software firm. However, some product integration issues and questions about long-term benefits for IFS customers outside the defense sector should be monitored.
Abstract: Compaq Computer Corp. and South Korea's Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. are planning to announce Monday a preliminary agreement to spend $500 million to advance the manufacturing and marketing of Compaq's 64-bit Alpha microprocessors and computer systems.
Abstract: Hummingbird Communications Ltd. (NASDAQ:
Abstract: Hummingbird Ltd. is moving into the Corporate Portal market. Like others, it sees corporate portals as a mechanism to cross-sell existing Business Intelligence products. TEC takes a look at Hummingbird’s portal strategy and compares it to other vendors in the corporate portal space.
Abstract: Despite the consensus that warehouse management systems (WMS) offer many benefits, getting approval for a new system is challenging. You need to get key decision makers in operations, IT, and finance—as well as the executive team and the board of directors—to see value in the proposed WMS. But how can you improve your chances of getting management approval? Discover five strategies for information-gathering and approval.
Abstract: Chief financial officers (CFOs) and procurement directors want to speed up and simplify the outsourcing provider selection process, to reduce costs and gain benefits sooner. Here are key issues you should consider when fast-tracking the process of scoping and negotiating a sourcing transaction. Collaboration and interaction are key to shortening the process while still achieving your end goal. Find out more.
Abstract: SumTotal Systems recently surveyed 10,000 directors of training from primarily US-based companies to learn how they’re pushing outside their corporate walls to their partners and customers. Over 35 percent are currently training customers and partners with learning management systems (LMSs). Find out why they’re using LMS functionality to help drive their business globally while maintaining performance standards.
Abstract: Effective CRM deployment can bring many productivity gains. And although free customer relationship management (CRM) tools may sound great to overburdened company directors, there are five reasons why free CRM tools should be avoided. For one, free isn’t always free, as hidden costs can undermine your budget. Find out about the other reasons why it’s better to tighten your CRM budget now, rather than go bust later.