Computer-Aided Manufacturing Services White Papers

WHITE PAPER: Design teams across the world collaborate to create and develop prod­ucts. Unfortunately, IT organizations face serious challenges when collaborative teams share large files. This white paper will assess the strengths and weaknesses of the four technologies most commonly used to enhance file sharing for distributed teams.

Posted: 17 Feb 2011 | Published: 17 Feb 2011

WHITE PAPER: Learn how design reuse can save up to 75% of modeling time, improve product quality and time-to-market and reduce the risk of fundamental errors in this feature article.

Posted: 30 Oct 2008 | Published: 30 Oct 2008

WHITE PAPER: This paper provides CIMdata’s perspective on Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis, including its motivation for use, value and future. It also describes Mentor Graphics’ FloEFD CFD analysis solution that is designed to provide product designers and engineers with direct access to CFD techniques directly in their design (CAD) environment.

Posted: 10 Jun 2010 | Published: 10 Jun 2010

WHITE PAPER: SAS technology has been proven to be the most versatile storage solution in data transfer and high performance. Read this white paper to learn about a solution that renders the necessary performance needed for your client's expanding market requirements.

Posted: 22 Aug 2007 | Published: 01 Aug 2007

WHITE PAPER: This study of over 150 Fortune 1000 firms from every major industry or vertical explores issues associated with the lifeblood of today’s enterprises: data. The findings demonstrate the often dramatic impacts that even marginal investments in information technology can have when that technology addresses data quality, usability, and intelligence.

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 | Published: 02 Nov 2010

WHITE PAPER: This white paper examines many of the key considerations organizations must understand and assess before adopting IaaS.

Posted: 13 Jan 2010 | Published: 13 Jan 2010

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we find out how the city-state of Singapore is investing in skills and technology to become a leading digital nation. We examine how to prevent legacy IT becoming a hindrance to digital transformation. And we look at the impact of controversial new tax rules on the UK's IT contractor community. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 18 Oct 2016

EGUIDE: Access this e-guide to discover what sets cloud/SaaS ERP apart from traditional, on-premise ERP deployments. Also learn about manufacturers who have successfully embraced the cloud for their ERP needs, and the special considerations process manufacturers should have before adopting ERP software.

Posted: 06 Jul 2016 | Published: 29 Jun 2016

EGUIDE: A report from IDC Manufacturing Insights states that cloud computing will be the main driver of manufacturing IT productivity in the coming decade - but if you're not already leveraging the cloud, what will the move to cloud computing cost you? Access this expert e-guide for key considerations when migrating to cloud ERP.

Posted: 24 Jul 2013 | Published: 24 Jul 2013

EBOOK: This E-Book offers best practices for SMBs and midmarket organizations evaluating ERP platforms and provides suggestions on how to avoid procurement pitfalls.

Posted: 04 Mar 2010 | Published: 04 Mar 2010

WEBCAST: This webcast discusses the challenges faced by manufacturers and the characteristics that make top enterprises stand out from the pack.

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 | Premiered: Dec 14, 2011

EGUIDE: Despite the enticing benefits of cloud-based ERP, organizations everywhere are reluctant to embrace this strategy due to perceived risks. In this expert e-guide, learn why cloud ERP fears are vanishing and uncover installation best practices.

Posted: 01 Apr 2014 | Published: 01 Apr 2014

WHITE PAPER: This white paper explores the growing popularity of SaaS and why forward-thinking organizations are moving core enterprise resource planning (ERP) to the cloud.

Posted: 02 Apr 2014 | Published: 31 Dec 2013

EBOOK: This expert e-book provides insight into the technical, organizational, and budgetary issues surrounding the use of cloud computing in manufacturing.

Posted: 15 Nov 2013 | Published: 31 Dec 2012

EGUIDE: This expert e-guide offers a primer on enterprise resource planning (ERP), answering frequently asked ERP questions and exploring the top manufacturing trends of 2014.

Posted: 01 Apr 2014 | Published: 01 Apr 2014

EGUIDE: Taking advantage of SaaS and PaaS cloud computing options can help you reduce software costs. But before you dive in, there are few things you should consider. In this e-guide, Forrester Research senior analyst Glenn O'Donnell, IDC Manufacturing Insights vice president Bob Parker, and other industry experts share their insights.

Posted: 16 Jan 2013 | Published: 08 Jan 2013

WHITE PAPER: This resource reveals how a new cloud-based approach to two-tier ERP can deliver the full functionality that your organization needs to support global operations – while still keeping costs low.

Posted: 14 Feb 2014 | Published: 31 Dec 2013

RESEARCH CONTENT: Access this brief to learn how manufacturing operations have transformed in recent years, why modern data management and field service management solutions are now critical to success, and how augmented reality solutions from SAP and TeamViewer can help your teams improve supply chain transparency, integrate and digitize key processes, and more.

Posted: 02 Jun 2022 | Published: 03 Jun 2022

EGUIDE: This E-Guide focuses on selecting the right midmarket ERP software for your growing business and offers advice for the best way to go about upgrading an old ERP system from an SMB model to a larger one that can scale appropriately.

Posted: 24 Jul 2013 | Published: 24 Jul 2013

EZINE: In this quarter's CW Middle East ezine, we look at how the Middle East, with the poorest road safety record in the world, could benefit most from self-driving cars.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 12 Jan 2017

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we talk to the Royal Opera House about how using public cloud boosted ticket sales and improved performance of its IT infrastructure. We examine why agile development failed in the government's flagship Universal Credit welfare programme. And we analyse the real risks of sweating your IT assets. Read the issue now.

Posted: 15 Jul 2013 | Published: 16 Jul 2013

EGUIDE: A successful business process management (BPM) initiative can serve as a competitive differentiator. This 2-article e-guide will explore expert tips and analyst approaches for organizations considering a BPM initiative.

Posted: 11 Nov 2011 | Published: 01 Nov 2011

EGUIDE: This e-guide from the experts at SearchManufacturingERP.com explores the recent popularity of software as a service (SaaS) applications amongst today's leading manufacturers. Also inside, count down five technology trends shaping the world of HR.

Posted: 30 May 2013 | Published: 30 May 2013

PRESENTATION: Support for the CASE tool Pacbase will end in 2015, meaning your Pacbase-dependent business functions are at risk. In this resource, uncover new challenges that emerge as Pacbase support ends, and weigh your survival options in the post-Pacbase world.

Posted: 18 Apr 2013 | Published: 31 Dec 2012

EGUIDE: Alternatives to traditional, on-premise enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems like Software as a Service (SaaS), server virtualization and cloud computing have complicated the selection process for manfuacturers. Explore this expert e-guide to find out which ERP software is right for your organization's needs.

Posted: 11 Nov 2011 | Published: 09 Nov 2011

EGUIDE: Not all companies are truly ready for Software-as-a-(SaaS), and other factors could indicate that using a traditional on-premises server and ERP application might by the smartest move for some small and medium-sized enterprises. In this Tip Guide, readers will learn the factors to consider when choosing a SaaS ERP delivery model.

Posted: 11 Nov 2011 | Published: 27 Oct 2011

WHITE PAPER: This white paper details how you can future proof your network and be well position to take advantage of the increased functionality provided by new and ever evolving applications and computing models, including SaaS and virtualization.

Posted: 01 Dec 2010 | Published: 01 Jul 2009

EGUIDE: This expert e-guide explores the value of cloud options for enterprise resource planning (ERP) and zeros in on the potential risks of unsafe software as a service (SaaS) management practices.

Posted: 02 Apr 2014 | Published: 02 Apr 2014

EBOOK: In this e-book, get more insight into whether your midmarket manufacturing organization would benefit from ERP. Find out how to build a business and get tips for navigating the market and implementing software. Continue reading to learn tips and insight on getting started with ERP in your midmarket organization.

Posted: 09 Jun 2010 | Published: 09 Jun 2010

CASE STUDY: If you are thinking of using cloud services brokerage (CSB), then read this case study on Mohawk Fine Papers to learn how they found a service-oriented architecture (SOA)-based backbone to support interoperability between its internal and external tools.

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 | Published: 30 Nov 2011

EGUIDE: This expert guide explains some of the prominent differences between Software as a Service (SaaS) enterprise resource planning (ERP) software and hosted ERP systems including cost, benefits, and risks of both.

Posted: 06 Feb 2012 | Published: 06 Feb 2012