Consortium for Advanced Manufacturing International

WHITE PAPER: The way a switch learns Ethernet (MAC) addresses is by inspecting the Ethernet frame and recording the source MAC address in a dynamic table. The switch will also associate a learned MAC address with a port. It can then make intelligent forwarding decisions based on the destination MAC address. This white paper illustrates the process.

Posted: 29 Jun 2009 | Published: 29 Jun 2009

WHITE PAPER: This quarters figures compiled by jobadswatch.co.uk show that during the fourth quarter of 2010 the IT jobs market for permanent staff being recruited by media organisations is up by 1.8%. This is the sixth consecutive quarter that has seen higher demand.

Posted: 20 Oct 2011 | Published: 20 Oct 2011

WHITE PAPER: This paper discusses leadership development and the role of technology-based learning in leadership development programs.

Posted: 18 Apr 2012 | Published: 18 Apr 2012

WHITE PAPER: This resource examines the 7 skills essential to employee success and how to keep your employees productive and satisfied.

Posted: 23 Apr 2012 | Published: 23 Apr 2012

WHITE PAPER: This resource examines the challenges and benefits of IT certification and includes tips for improving pass rates.

Posted: 18 Apr 2012 | Published: 18 Apr 2012

WHITE PAPER: This resource examines IT skill shortages, how to minimise them within your company, and 7 deadly skills that your IT team should possess.

Posted: 18 Apr 2012 | Published: 18 Apr 2012

EGUIDE: Selecting software for sustainability and supply chain optimization is top of mind for many manufacturers. In this e-guide, explore the offerings available in each market.

Posted: 09 Apr 2012 | Published: 09 Apr 2012

WHITE PAPER: Although enterprise resource planning (ERP) is an important tool for boosting operational efficiency and cost savings, it also offers manufacturers a leg-up in their globalization efforts. Read this white paper to see how critical ERP can be to global business, and how to choose the best solution to support this imperative.

Posted: 29 Apr 2011 | Published: 29 Apr 2011

WHITE PAPER: Barcoding, also known as Automatic Identification (Auto ID), is a method of encoding information into a machine-readable pattern of predefined bar and space patterns that can be quickly and accurately read by a scanner and a computer. Read this white paper to learn how to incorporate barcoding into your everyday.

Posted: 12 Nov 2010 | Published: 12 Nov 2010

EBOOK: As supply chains extend across the globe and their complexity increases, manufacturers are learning that the right software can be a key component of successful supply chain planning and execution. Read this expert e-book to find tips and best practices for supply chain management (SCM).

Posted: 30 Mar 2012 | Published: 30 Mar 2012

EBOOK: In this e-book experienced technology writer, Lauren Gibbsons Paul shares her insight on utilizing BI in the manufacturing field.

Posted: 20 Apr 2012 | Published: 20 Apr 2012

CASE STUDY: This case study follows manufacturing company Steinwell Scientific, Inc. in their journey to securing a new ERP system and outlines the struggles and benefits they experienced as a result.

Posted: 22 Mar 2012 | Published: 22 Mar 2012

CASE STUDY: Read this white paper to learn the benefits that a multinational manufacturer achieved after they replaced four different enterprise resource planning (ERP) applications with one single system.

Posted: 12 Mar 2012 | Published: 12 Mar 2012

WHITE PAPER: This resource examines assets management within the manufacturing industry and provides best practices for successfully managing content.

Posted: 08 May 2012 | Published: 08 May 2012

WHITE PAPER: This white paper provides 10 steps to a seamless and profit-focused enterprise resource planning (ERP) system implementation for small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) like yours.

Posted: 26 Jan 2012 | Published: 26 Jan 2012

CASE STUDY: In this case study Flow International standardizes on Dell hardware to increase enterprise efficiency, cut new PC deployment time by up to 10 hours, and foster collaboration among global divisions. Download now to learn more about the specific benefits achieved.

Posted: 23 Mar 2011 | Published: 23 Mar 2011

CASE STUDY: This short resource outlines a case study following Mar-Bal on their selection process and implementation of an improved ERP system and the benefits they experienced as a result.

Posted: 19 Mar 2012 | Published: 19 Mar 2012

EBOOK: Utilizing the latest procurement technologies can help improve your supplier performance, produce better products and improve resource allocation. Read this editorial e-book to get expert advice on the latest procurement technologies for today’s manufacturers.

Posted: 23 May 2012 | Published: 23 May 2012

WHITE PAPER: Access this paper now for details about a content management security system that assists with complying to stringent regulations while also providing easy access to content for authorized users.

Posted: 19 Mar 2012 | Published: 19 Mar 2012

WHITE PAPER: Whatever the type of business, it’s rare to find one that doesn’t have a computer at its heart. Able to manage everything from accounts to stock control and customer communications, a company computer is a critical purchase which should be chosen taking the specific needs of the  business in mind.

Posted: 21 Oct 2011 | Published: 21 Oct 2011

WHITE PAPER: This white paper provides high level definitions, opportunity identification, and future potentials for: Service Oriented Architecture (SOA), Software as a Service (SaaS), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Anytime, Anywhere Availability, Mobile Devices, Web 2.0, and Report Cards or Balanced Scorecards as a Business Intelligence (BI) capability.

Posted: 25 Oct 2011 | Published: 25 Oct 2011

WHITE PAPER: Cloud platforms represent a radical shift in how companies exchange information with one another across global supply chain networks. Read this white paper to learn how the cloud is enabling manufacturers and suppliers to become agile and more efficient than ever.

Posted: 27 Feb 2012 | Published: 27 Feb 2012

TECHNICAL ARTICLE: This technical guide underscores the need for certain changes within today's data centers. Discover how you can avoid deploying new hardware to address your top infrastructure pain points and optimize your use of existing equipment instead.

Posted: 29 Aug 2011 | Published: 29 Aug 2011

WHITE PAPER: Challenges to control fixed assets include lack of accurate physical asset inventories and inadequate tools and resources to adapt to changing tax laws and methods. Read this white paper to learn best practices for managing fixed assets and how control will help you save time and money.

Posted: 01 Mar 2012 | Published: 01 Mar 2012

EGUIDE: Choosing sourcing and procurement software can be overwhelming. Should you go with an enterprise resource planning (ERP) or best-of-breed vendor? Is the cloud or on-premise the best place to run your app? What functionality should the software provide? Read this expert e-guide to learn how to select a useful, cost-effective procurement system.

Posted: 09 May 2012 | Published: 09 May 2012

WHITE PAPER: With global supply chains, volatile markets, growing volumes of "big data," and advancements in real-time analytics capabilities, technological enablement of sales and operations planning (S&OP) is gaining increasing importance for today's manufacturers. Read this IDC paper to learn more.

Posted: 27 Mar 2012 | Published: 27 Mar 2012

WHITE PAPER: This white paper discusses the concept behind thermal control and describes its various settings and user options. Find out how this essential management process has evolved over time and learn how you can leverage it to tailor your thermal response to deployment needs.

Posted: 06 Mar 2012 | Published: 06 Mar 2012

WHITE PAPER: In an era of advanced threats, having greater situational awareness is vital for detecting and mitigating attacks. Unfortunately, most organizations lack the capability for intelligence gathering and analysis. In this comprehensive report, gain guidance from top security leaders on how to get ahead with intelligence-driven information security.

Posted: 22 May 2012 | Published: 22 May 2012

WHITE PAPER: Read this paper to learn why the cloud just might be the supply chain management (SCM) answer you've been looking for. Discover why cloud platforms are a great way to get the quality data you need in order to lower costs and time throughout your supply chain.

Posted: 27 Feb 2012 | Published: 27 Feb 2012

WHITE PAPER: Read this white paper to learn how medical manufacturers are using enterprise resource planning (ERP) software to reduce the costs of their operations as well as justify current prices to insurers based on success rates and patient value.

Posted: 10 May 2012 | Published: 10 May 2012