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	<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:55:36 EST</pubDate>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Gartner Videocast-- Lean IT: Innovations in Managing IT Service Quality]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1258728542_697.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Effective management is critical to addressing IT challenges. In this program, leading experts David Williams of Gartner and Roger Pills of CA break down IT's three key challenges to managing IT complexity: aligning IT to the business, managing costs, and IT maturity.
   Published by: CA]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[EMA Impact Brief: CA Spectrum Service Assurance Bridges Service Management Gap]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1258671294_723.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Read this brief paper to learn how the new CA integrated service management product offers real hope for beleaguered IT organizations that are trying to bring together the pieces to build an integrated service management story.
   Published by: CA]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[IT Economics: CA Infrastructure Management Reduces Operational Costs and Increases IT Efficiency]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1258663448_128.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper describes the key infrastructure management challenges facing IT managers today. It then discusses how IT teams can improve the economics of infrastructure management by taking advantage of integrated, automated performance analysis and fault isolation technologies.
   Published by: CA]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Value of Good Database Development Software: Expert Evaluation of SQL Developer and Toad Development Suite]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1258405895_492.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this technical brief, John Weathington, President and CEO of Excellent Management Systems, Inc.,explores Toad&#174; Development Suite and Oracle's SQL Developer.  He provides an honest look at both solutions, and helps you see how a simple side-by-side comparison isn't enough when choosing the right tool.
   Published by: Quest Software]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[End-to-End Service Management in the Virtualized Environment: Delivering on the Promises of Virtualization]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1258145289_497.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper proposes an approach for IT to manage virtualized environments and shows how HP Business Service Management software enables IT operations to link specialists and specialized tools into day-to-day operations while keeping promises to business users.
   Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Webcast: Business-Driven Virtualization: Optimizing Insight and Efficiency in the Dynamic Datacenter]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1258128983_647.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this webcast, discover how to achieve greater virtualization maturity, from clearer visibility to higher service levels in your VMware environment. Learn how to identify where your company fits in the virtualization maturity model and find virtualization tools that enable optimal IT performance.
   Published by: Hyper9, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Tivoli Beat Article: Seamlessly Link IT Development and Operations]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1258064488_949.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This executive brief reviews the benefits of integrated asset management between development and operations and provides a concrete example of the impact analysis benefits of having a unified catalog of services and assets.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[IBM Service Management: Visibility. Control. Automation]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1258063908_673.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This brochure shows how IBM Service Management combines industry-leading software, hardware and services to deliver solutions that help today's organizations transform assets and infrastructure into smarter services and products that deliver greater business value.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[IT/Business Integration &#150; Who&#146;s Doing it Best?]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1258038712_256.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Quebec organizations, compared to others in Canada, display much higher satisfaction with their IT effectiveness.  They continually place a high priority on IT process improvement and the establishment of procedures for management and oversight of IT operations.
   Published by: CA]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2009 12:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[To Green or Not to Green. That is the Question.]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1255615734_139.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    View this webcast to learn how green IT is successfully being implemented in enterprises today and to gain understanding of green IT from cost, compliance, investment, and customer perspectives.
   Published by: Symantec Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Transforming Insight into Action with Business Process Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257970469_606.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Read this white paper to learn about IBM's business process management solution, WebSphere Business Monitor software, which enables your organization to measure, monitor, and report on business process performance as well as identify and correct problems.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Enhancing Your Infrastructure in an Uncertain Economy to Support Your SOA Business Initiatives]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257969481_43.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper defines the challenges facing today's IT executives and steps you can take now to support your organization&#146;s SOA-based initiatives by cutting costs, leveraging your existing IT infrastructure and improving productivity.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Ingersoll Rand Increases Business Agility with Microsoft Online Services]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257968577_212.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Ingersoll Rand is a global diversified industrial firm. Ingersoll Rand contracted with Microsoft to standardize desktops, improve infrastructure, and optimize the IT platform resulting in lower IT costs, better agility and increased service levels.
   Published by: Microsoft]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Low Rate Financing: Get Competitive Rates on Virtually Every IBM Brand]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257957347_679.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    With all these great products available at such incredible rates, it's easy to
see why Low Rate Financing is the best way to get the IT solutions your
organization needs. Read this brief paper to learn more.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Whitepaper-- IBM InfoSphere Software: Trusted Information]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257956360_448.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Read this paper to learn how you can use IBM's InfoSphere software, and integrated platform for trusted information, to align business and IT, accelerate your projects for faster time to value, leverage your existing infrastructire, and adapt to the changing needs of your business.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Whitepaper: The Journey Along an Information-Led Transformation]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257954298_88.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Organizations that plan an information strategy, make realtime business analytics available to all levels of the organization, and architect an extensible information platform can generate more revenue, lower
costs, reduce risk, and predict future outcomes with greater confidence. Read this white paper to learn more.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[CIO Decisions eZine: ITSM Managing for Efficiency and Effectiveness]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257890953_430.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    IT Service Management frameworks are helping CIOs leverage best practices to lead change, improve response time and better manage the IT/business relationship. In this CIO Decisions eZine, experts offer insights into how to roll out your ITSM implementation.
   Published by: SkillSoft Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Power Systems: Comparing Costs of IBM PowerVM and x86 VMware for Enterprise]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257873809_869.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This independent study by the International Technology group found IBM PowerVM more cost-competitive over time, compared to VMware, in terms of IT costs and the costs of downtime.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The New Voice of the CIO: 2009 Global CIO Study - Perspectives for Midsize Organizations]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257872659_805.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    How can today's CIO make the biggest impact on their organization?  Learn more here.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[eBook: Best Practices for Implementing BI in ERP Centric Environments]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257450003_744.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Read this e-book, which is specifically written to address the unique challenges
of IT and BI professionals in ERP-centric environments. This set of articles offers best practices and strategic advice for organizations seeking to optimize business intelligence programs.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Making Enterprise Architecture (EA) Strategic with Business & Information Architecture]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257385335_967.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    EA, a key IT governance tool, plays an active role in strategic business planning. Effective EA requires managing standards and promoting best practices in architecture.
   Published by: Infosys Technologies Limited]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Building Blocks for Enterprise Business Architecture]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257384963_856.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    We evaluate the established meta-models and frameworks of enterprise business architecture, and extract the key ingredients to build an innovative meta-model.
   Published by: Infosys Technologies Limited]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Making Enterprise Architecture Work]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257384567_140.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    A robust governance framework is imperative for effective Enterprise Architecture (EA). Our framework helps you assess performance and chart a continuous improvement course that deepens the impact of your EA program.
   Published by: Infosys Technologies Limited]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Embedding Architecture into the Organization]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257384079_492.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Our experience suggests that Enterprise Architecture (EA) governance determines the impact of the architecture team to a great degree. We describe and manage EA governance along six dimensions.
   Published by: Infosys Technologies Limited]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Trends and Direction of Enterprise Architecture (EA)]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257383457_568.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Infosys' Enterprise Architecture (EA) Survey 2008-09 reveals that EA enables business transformation, its practices continue to mature, and increased outsourcing of EA functions is a strong future possibility.
   Published by: Infosys Technologies Limited]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Advancing your SAP Netweaver:  Maximize the value of SAP Netweaver with Atos Origin]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257374679_433.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Enterprises that embrace SAP NetWeaver early will gain a tremendous competitive advantage. And by using the proven experience of Atos Origin nothing is left to chance. Atos Origin will provide transparency regarding the costs and benefits and help turn your vision into results using our proven global SAP expertise and integration experience.
   Published by: Atos&#160;Origin]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Online Trial: Rational System Architect]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257374285_933.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Try IBM&#174; Rational&#174; System Architect&#174; V11.3, which enables business managers and IT professionals to plan, model, and execute changes to improve their business strategy and process as well as the IT systems and infrastructure that support them, enabling successful enterprise planning and transformation.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Desperate Times Call for Strategic Measures, Part II]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257365819_460.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This is a follow up to &quot;Desperate Times Call for Strategic Measures&quot; which argued that now is the time to consider an IT transformation project. This article will explore the viability and benefits of upgrading to SAP 6.0.
   Published by: Atos&#160;Origin]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Webcast - Are You Making the Best Decisions for Your Organization? Make Better Decisions by Overcoming Information Blind Spots]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257284563_338.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Learn how the new IBM Performance management and measurement solution automatically provides real-time information from across the entire development lifecycle for complete visibility into progress.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Webcast - IT Performance Management: Measure, Monitor and Modify for Operational Excellence]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257284123_28.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    High-performing organizations take a more practice-based and practical, approach to measuring, managing and enhancing IT performance. Adopt new, flexible solutions to support the way that your organization uses IT to drive operational excellence.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Webcast - Towards a Smarter Enterprise: Driving Business Efficiency and Innovation]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257282497_723.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Join this webcast to learn how organizations can leverage process and technology analysis and planning; then design, execute and govern effectively and efficiently.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Webcast - Turn Your IT Plan into a Competitive Advantage in an Uncertain Market: Harnessing the Power of Enterprise Architecture]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257281823_652.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Join this webcast to learn how Enterprise Architecture integrated with Portfolio Management is empowered to integrate your strategic goals into your organization's capital planning, business planning and technology architecture activities. In this way, your strategic planning outputs become actionable.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Achieving Sustained Growth through Operational Excellence]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1256836706_90.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Operational excellence is a simple concept with complex implications. Consistently doing things well across every element of the value chain is clear enough in principle. The ultimate goal is a &quot;single source of truth&quot; where senior executives have shared visibility into all parts of the organization, enabling management by facts.
   Published by: SAP AG]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[IBM Security Framework Blueprint (Redbook August '09)]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1256763780_241.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    IBM has created a pair of complementary views to bridge the communication gap between the business and the technical perspectives of security to enable convergence in thought and process. The IBM Security Framework addresses the business view, and the IBM Security Blueprint addresses the technical view.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[eBook: HP IT Service Management - Optimizing Service Lifecycle Delivery and Cost]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1256757479_654.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Many IT professionals are looking to IT Service Management (ITSM) to deliver quality IT services that meet the needs of the business under these tough conditions. Regardless of the size of your business, you can deliver superior service quality to your business with the HP approach to ITSM and the HP software and services that support it.
   Published by: HP]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Take a Holistic Approach to Business-Driven Security]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1256756411_408.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper introduces actions that organizations can take to drive security efforts from a business and operational perspective and discusses how security leadership from IBM can help enable their success.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Mar 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[We Have Met the Enemy, and He is Us]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1256755792_925.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Organizations are being forced to move towards identity-based access lifecycle
management tools in order to support IT agility and flexibility, safely empower
staff, meet compliance requirements, and cope with the rapid evolution of data
centers and core systems.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Securing a Dynamic Infrastructure]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1256677388_821.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper describes how security that is built into a dynamic infrastructure can mitigate risks, enabling agility, secure collaboration, and business transformation. The IBM Security Framework and lifecycle approach can help address changing business requirements.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Shortcut Guide to Prioritizing Security Spending, Chapter Two: Maximizing Effective Security Priorities]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1256673597_244.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    A combination of technologies and practices can serve to protect assets and maintain operational efficiencies. Read this chapter for an examination of asset protection with a look at basic requirements for protecting business operations.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Shortcut Guide to Prioritizing Security Spending Chapter One: Optimizing Business-Driven Security]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1256671031_759.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This eBook provides a context for understanding today's information security environment and selecting an optimal set of technologies, policies, and practices to meet the needs of your particular business.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[High Availability Doesn&#146;t Need to be Expensive]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1256661958_799.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this webcast, learn about a wide range of high availability (HA) alternatives that meet IT requirements and reduce the risk of downtime. Determine ways to justify an HA investment and how to mix and match tools for faster ROI. Watch this webcast to learn how to align your business needs with a high availability strategy.
   Published by: Marathon Technologies]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:30:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[SAP&reg; Business All-in-One Fast-Start Program: Creating Affordable, Flexible Solutions for Faster Value]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1256589107_214.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    The SAP&#174; Business All-in-One fast-start program enables you to configure a solution online, obtain an estimate of costs, and implement the solution quickly and cost-effectively. It delivers rapid time to value and lets you tailor the solution to meet your changing needs, protecting your long-term investment.
   Published by: SAP AG]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Feb 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Operational BI: Getting Real Time About Performance]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1256588644_182.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This report provides a roadmap for the strategies and capabilities that Best-in-Class companies are employing to improve operational performance.
   Published by: SAP AG]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 28 Dec 2007 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Importance of Measuring ROI: The Indicator of Business and IT Performance]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1256585892_484.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    A disciplined IT performance measurement program is critical not only for business growth but also for economic viability. This paper provides a framework for a Return on IT (ROIT&#153;) methodology and discusses how to deploy it within a company's business processes.
   Published by: SAP AG]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Clearing the Way for Faster, Smarter Decisions: Instant, Accurate Information Drives Competitive Edge]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1256585350_212.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper examines how you can gain reliable, accessible information
from efficient, integrated IT systems &#150; and use that information to make faster, smarter decisions. In turn, the right decisions will lead to better operations and a stronger competitive position.
   Published by: SAP AG]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Dec 2007 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Beloit Creates New Opportunities with Google Apps]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1255630394_56.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Read this case study to learn how Beloit grew their customer base by using Google Apps as a &#39;win-leader&#39;, created additional revenue streams, and deepened relationships with customers and opened up new oppurtunities.
   Published by: Google Apps Authorized Reseller Program]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Agosto Takes Managed Services to a New Level with Google Apps]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1255619924_886.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Read this case study to learn how Agosto used Google Apps to help their client, Dunn Bros', communicate and collaborate between its many store and office locations.
   Published by: Google Apps Authorized Reseller Program]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Demo: Service lifecycle management in action]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1254853957_376.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
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   Published by: IBM]]></description>
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		<description><![CDATA[
    Join us to learn how to leverage IBM&#146;s software, hardware and services to achieve competitive advantage.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
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		<description><![CDATA[
    In this ebook, you&#146;ll learn how to work smarter and optimize cost using the IBM Smart SOA approach.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
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