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A four-phased approach allowed for the gradual assimilation of a new technology into the organization. Start small and feel
your way, but think and plan for bigger opportunities. The benefits are gained and eventually the technology would be deployed
throughout all of the manufacturing and distribution f (...)
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2005-03-09
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Radio frequency identification (RFID) is the latest buzzword in the world of manufacturing and distribution technology. If
you believe the press releases, it is a panacea and cure-all for what ails the industry. While RFID may not solve world hunger,
you may not want to propose a solution without it. Thi (...)
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Radio frequency identification (RFID) is the latest buzzword in the world of manufacturing and distribution technology. If
you believe the press r...
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2004-06-28
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Some companies want the benefits of new technology, such as RFID, on their timetable without a gun loaded with threats of
lost customer sales, pointed at their corporate heads. This article looks at a company that chose to get in front of the technology
curve before the information highway passed it by. (...)
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Some companies want the benefits of new technology, such as RFID, on their timetable without a gun loaded with threats of
lost customer sales, poi...
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2005-03-08
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The Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) implemented Business Objects to create a financial reporting system that would run
in real time, as opposed to taking weeks to generate reports. However, the NSCC environment presented its own unique set of
challenges. (...)
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The Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) implemented Business Objects to create a financial reporting system that would run
in real time, as oppos...
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2006-12-08
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If companies are to find value in radio frequency identification (RFID), they need to view this technology as more than eliminating
the scanning gun from the barcode equation. Companies considering implementing RFID must think beyond the confines of the
four walls of the plant and factory in order to tak (...)
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If companies are to find value in radio frequency identification (RFID), they need to view this technology as more than eliminating
the scanning g...
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2004-06-29
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I'm Larry Blitz, editor of Technology Evaluation Centers’ (TEC) Vendor Showdown series. Welcome to our latest: ERP - Distribution
Showdown. You’ll notice this one has a broader focus than Showdowns we’ve done in the past. Again we’ll be comparing three
vendor solutions head-to-head, but not just (...)
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I'm Larry Blitz, editor of Technology Evaluation Centers’ (TEC) Vendor Showdown series. Welcome to our latest: ERP - Distribution
Showdown. You’ll...
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2008-05-23
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Wist, an office supply company offering over 40,000 products, was running an outdated enterprise resource planning (ERP)
system. The primary concern was the system’s lack of flexibility, which incurred unnecessary labor costs. As well, errors
were common and prevented Wist from getting the information (...)
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... With a new ERP for distribution, Wist has streamlined operations and
reduced costs. Learn how. Download <strong>Case Study: Wist Office Products</strong>.
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2010-03-11
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I'm Dylan Persaud, senior analyst at Technology Evaluation Centers. Welcome to another in our ongoing series of enterprise
software Showdowns. Today's Showdown pits three of the top ERP - Distribution solutions against each other in a head-to-head
contest: Microsoft Dynamics vs.Retalix vs. Epicor Enterp (...)
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I'm Dylan Persaud, senior analyst at Technology Evaluation Centers. Welcome to another in our ongoing series of enterprise
software Showdowns. To...
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2007-06-22
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To improve supply chain operations with a fresh look and new ideas, Harris Tea worked with a consulting firm, Supply Chain
Consultants. The objective was to optimize the entire supply chain, not just the pieces. (...)
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To improve supply chain operations with a fresh look and new ideas, Harris Tea worked with a consulting firm, Supply Chain
Consultants. The object...
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2006-05-19
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The nagging question is, "Can SMEs justify RFID?" The answer is an emphatic "Yes." While SMEs may not have the economies
of scale of large companies, their business case could end up being more positive since they typically do not face the “innovator’s
dilemma” of an established barcode infrastruct (...)
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The nagging question is, "Can SMEs justify RFID?" The answer is an emphatic "Yes." While SMEs may not
have the economies of scale of large compani...
Published:
2005-03-10
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Your Challenge: Get Decision Makers' Approval for WMS Helps Vehicle Distribution Company Improve Delivery.Specific, Measurable,
Achievable, Relevant and Time-Bound. JM Family Enterprises knew there had to be a more efficient way to organize its picking,
packing, and tracking systems. Because of the specif (...)
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Your Challenge: Get Decision Makers' Approval for WMS Helps Vehicle Distribution Company Improve Delivery.Specific, Measurable,
Achievable, Relevan...
Published:
2010-03-11
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An example of enterprise distribution software implementation. Read this case study. Click here! Engraving materials supplier
Johnson Plastics needed a way to stay ahead of the competition. To leave a lasting impression on customers, Johnson knew that
fulfilling its promise of next-day shipping was priori (...)
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... Source: VAI. Document Type: Case Study Description: Engraving materials
supplier Johnson Plastics ... But an outdated enterprise resource planning (ERP) system
was ...
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2010-03-11
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Today’s Showdown is based on an industry-specific case study. Five enterprise resource planning vendors were selected for
the evaluation. All the results were based on the latest request for information (RFI) supplied to us by the vendors, and
all priorities were assigned by the client. (...)
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Today’s Showdown is based on an industry-specific case study. Five enterprise resource planning vendors were selected for
the evaluation. All the ...
Published:
2008-03-10
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This tutorial, part 2 of a two part series on Knowledge Based Selection, demonstrates the selection processes and capabilities
of Knowledge Based Selection Methods and Tools. These tools, integrated with business decision making procedures, can arguably
reduce selection risk and improve chances for succ (...)
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This tutorial, part 2 of a two part series on Knowledge Based Selection, demonstrates the selection processes and capabilities
of Knowledge Based ...
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2001-05-31
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This is part two of a note describing an opportunity TEC had to evaluate and compare the four top ERP vendors for a client.
Each vendor’s offering differed in such areas as functionality, flexibility, process fit and ease of use. Find out what TEC
learned as a result of the selection engagement. (...)
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This is part two of a note describing an opportunity TEC had to evaluate and compare the four top ERP vendors for a client.
Each vendor’s offering...
Published:
2001-11-21
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Take your enterprise to the next level with Technology Evaluation Centers case study.Absolutely free! With rapid expansion
underway, Saudi Arabia-based logistics provider Al Majdouie Group’s custom-built enterprise resource planning (ERP) and point
of sale (POS) systems just couldn’t keep up. When the (...)
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... Tier-One Vendors, Comprehensive Research Report, Comparison ... Consulting,
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services. ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Intentia's Movex provides ample tools to respond to the trends and challenges of the fashion industry. While Intentia needs
to continue to work to get its financial house in order, based on its functions and features Movex deserves to be on anyone's
short list of vendors able to competently compete in th (...)
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Intentia's Movex provides ample tools to respond to the trends and challenges of the fashion industry. While Intentia
needs to continue to work to...
Published:
2004-10-07
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The nagging question is, "Can SMEs justify RFID?" The answer is an emphatic "Yes." While SMEs may not have the economies
of scale of large companies, their business case could end up being more positive since they typically do not face the “innovator’s
dilemma” of an established barcode infrastruct (...)
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The nagging question is, "Can SMEs justify RFID?" The answer is an emphatic "Yes." While SMEs may not
have the economies of scale of large compani...
Published:
2005-03-10
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HP is making strides in complying with Wal-Mart's RFID mandates. This article describes the key lessons learned. (...)
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HP is making strides in complying with Wal-Mart's RFID mandates. This article describes the key lessons learned.
Published:
2004-10-20
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Customer Success. Download IT Research White Papers Linked To the Customer Success. For years, Sage MAS 90 ERP served Metrolina
Greenhouses well as its accounting and distribution solution. But continued growth and expansion led it to seek a comprehensive
warehouse management solution (WMS), to incorporat (...)
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Customer Success. Download IT Research White Papers Linked To the Customer Success. For years, Sage MAS 90 ERP served Metrolina
Greenhouses well as...
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2010-03-11