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	podcasts, IT downloads and product information provided by Bitpipe</description>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:15:51 EDT</pubDate>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Removing Barriers To Better Server Virtualization Efficiency]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245859731_305.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Forrester believes that more virtualization-aware management tools and processes are necessary before we can fully virtualize our production servers and reach the lowest-possible cost per VM. Read this paper to discover more details.
   Published by: Tripwire, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Multi-tiered Hybrid Data Center: An innovative design model for cost reduction and facilities optimization]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1246465331_716.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Today's businesses need to work within a tight budget while accommodating their continuing need to house higher- and lower-tiered technology systems and applications within the same facility.  Read this white paper to learn how the HP multi-tiered hybrid design can help you build the data center of the future.
   Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Working Smart in IT Operations: The Case for Consolidated Operations]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1246024772_227.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper explores the problems IT operations can encounter in coordinating the activities of application and infrastructure specialist teams, and it proposes an approach-- consolidated operations-- designed to get incidents to the right person with the right information fast so problems can be resolved quickly, with no duplication of effort.
   Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Platform Design, TCO, and Cost-Effective Flexibility: The Role of Solaris in Support of SAP Enterprise Applications]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245794206_140.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper briefly surveys the forces driving IT departments to re-design their computing platforms, examines the various design issues at hand, and provides a detailed analysis of the role that the Solaris operating system can play in meeting the new requirements.
   Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Top CPM Deployment Mistakes]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245773998_848.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this expert podcast, hear about the top CPM deployment mistakes, including selecting a vendor, choosing build vs. buy and negotiating contracts.
   Published by: IDS Scheer]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[HP StorageWorks EVA6400/8400]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245684920_660.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This HP Video shows how to optimize your virtual IT with the HP StorageWorks EVA6400/8400, along with industry leading HP Partners.
   Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Six Mistakes Companies Are Making Today and How You Can Avoid Them]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245440766_641.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Organizations need technology that can unlock the value of information.
Information can drive new insights to help transform and significantly improve the business, especially critical in an uncertain economy. This paper highlights common mistakes companies make in a down economy and discusses how organizations can use business intelligence to...
   Published by: SAP BusinessObjects]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[11 Questions Every CIO Should Ask Their IT Manager]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244669010_612.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    What is your IT really costing you? Could you be doing more with the technology you have? Could you reduce costs and provide better service to your organization? Read Red Hat&#39;s suggestions on 11 questions every CIO should ask their IT manager, and how Red Hat open source solutions can help.
   Published by: Red Hat]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Enhanced Spend Management with Improved Data Quality]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245361898_964.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In today&#39;s current economy, companies are all looking for new ways of squeezing more savings out of their operations in traditional and non-traditional areas such as purchasing, not only as an area of cost savings, but one that has potential to drive competitive advantage. Listen in as Jim Hart and Dan Soceanu of DataFlux discuss enhanced...
   Published by: DataFlux Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Data Best Practices for Spend Analysis]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245359156_632.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Corporate sourcing and procurement organizations should always look for opportunities to introduce efficiencies, reduce costs, as well as negotiate desirable terms with vendors and suppliers. In this paper, we look at the business drivers and organizational objectives of a spend analysis program.
   Published by: DataFlux Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[A Three-Step Framework for Increasing ROI, Reducing Risk, and Lowering Costs by Automating IT Change Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245334859_452.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper will outline the processes and tools your organization needs to address the challenge of change chaos and evolve beyond ITIL-based change management to change automation. Read on to learn more about change management, decrease complexity, gain availability, and have a strong return on investment (ROI).
   Published by: Hewlett Packard and Intact Technology]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Cost-cutting strategies for a virtualized data center: Performance and capacity management tools]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245177984_843.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this expert podcast, learn how new capacity planning and performance management tools utilize automation and an intuitive interface to increase resource utilization and reduce capital expenditures for your virtualized data center.
   Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Cost-cutting strategies for a virtualized data center: Blade servers]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245174978_911.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Implementing the newest blade servers will enable you to decrease power consumption and optimize performance in your virtualized data center. Listen to this expert podcast to learn more about how you can consume less power and cut cooling costs.
   Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Cost-cutting strategies for a virtualized data center: Disaster recovery and readiness]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245171485_557.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Learn how data center virtualization enables your company to implement cost-effective disaster recovery (DR) solutions and reduce DR testing and maintenance costs.
   Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Retailers' Response to the Global Economy Downturn - Enabling Immersive Shopping Experiences]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244651508_49.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper will explore the global retail industry's movement towards the attainment of total immersive shopping experience (ISE) abilities, and discuss how integrated customer relationship management (CRM) software suites will represent the key technological enabler to achieve this fundamental strategic business objective.
   Published by: Oracle Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Numara Track It! &#45; Change Management Webinar]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244499018_112.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    The Numara Track It! helpdesk/ asset management solution offers a fully integrated &#147;Change Management&#148; module that provides flexibility for seamless upgrades of services &#45; hardware and software. Watch this webinar to learn how this comprehensive solution tool allows anyone to manage change from any location without the cost of...
   Published by: Numara Software]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Numara Software Webinar &#45; Track It!]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244496248_566.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Watch this webinar to get an overview of Numara&#39;s Track It! software solution and free trial download that offers everything needed to manage your Help Desk and IT assets while enabling your organization to cost-effectively employ industry best practices.
   Published by: Numara Software]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Growth And Complexity: The Challenges Ahead For Midsize Manufacturers]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244149510_596.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This is the first in a series of six reports addressing the opportunities and challenges faced by midsize manufacturers.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Accurate Costing Is Key to Profitability - Dynamic Environments Expose Weaknesses in Traditional Approaches]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244226544_843.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    To maximize profitability, companies must know the true cost of making and delivering their products and services. Traditional cost accounting, devised in a simpler era, does not satisfy that need. This paper examines indirect and overhead costs, which are crucial to managing profitability.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Jun 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Streamlining Sales Processes to Boost Performance: Five best practices for optimizing the sales pipeline]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1243968861_81.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    When chosen wisely and used appropriately, technology can have a positive impact on both the sales process management and the results of managing the sales effort more efficiently. SugarCRM can remedy the gap in four crucial areas. And it does so very economically, avoiding a fifth mistake, spending more money than you have to in order to improve.
   Published by: SugarCRM Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Transitioning your Data Center from 10th to 11th Generation PowerEdge Servers]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1242922731_255.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this video, learn more about the transition from Dell's 10th generation servers to the new 11th generation servers.  With Dell's new 11th generation line, Dell is launching the industry's first portfolio of servers with integrated management.
   Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Be the Source That Drives Changes in Your IT]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1242911177_352.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this Webcast, you will hear from Jim Kobielus from Forrester about emerging trends with BPM and ways to create a strategy to define performance targets to manage progress and objectives.
   Published by: SoftwareAG Inc., USA]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Total cost of ownership (TCO) of Dell PowerEdge M710 and HP Proliant BL685c G5 blade solutions.]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1242769136_112.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Enterprises of all sizes are deploying or considering deploying blade systems as a way to consolidate resources and lower their total cost of ownership.  Read this white paper to learn about the total cost of ownership (TCO) for the Dell PowerEdge servers.
   Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Does DELL Beat HP at Delivering Simplified IT Management? (DMC Competitive Analysis)]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1242756372_170.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Dell claims that its management solutions, based on Altiris, do more than HP's to simplify management. Are these claims valid? Ptak, Noel & Associates LLC (PNA) explored the logic behind these claims.  Read this paper to see what the research reveals.
   Published by: Dell, Inc. and Intel]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Manager's Guide to Oracle Cost Containment]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1242749323_277.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This Webcast explores a variety of cost containment strategies for IT, as well as potential risk and reward scenarios.
   Published by: EnterpriseDB Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 14:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[McAllen ISD simplifies its messaging, storage and backup infrastructure while reducing power and cooling requirements by a projected 86%]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1242312279_43.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Check out this case study to see how Dell teamed up with Mc Allen Independent School District to simplify its messaging, storage, and backup infrastructure while reducing power and cooling requirements by a projected 86%.
   Published by: Dell, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Economics of Embedded Development, Testing, Deployment and Support - Helping Senior Management Make Better Investment Decisions And Gain Financial Control of the Product Development and Deployment Cycle]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1242246684_293.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper is aimed at helping senior management address its product ROI in a manner that can be directly applied to their everyday management practices. In this report, EMF presents a methodology for calculating the ROI for a development based on the direct cost of development, associative costs, extrinsic costs and a process for estimating risk.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Green Data Center 2.0: Energy Efficient Computing in the 21st century]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1242155803_271.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Chapter 4 of the eBook, Green Data Center, picks up where the other previous chapters left off in the plan for going green in the data center.  This chapter takes a step back and looks at the project from a holistic point of view for creating a green and energy efficient data center.
   Published by: Hewlett Packard Company and Intel]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Determining Total Cost of Ownership for Data Center and Network Room Infrastructure]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1241012584_759.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Predicting and measuring Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for the physical infrastructure for network rooms and data centers is required for ROI analysis and other business decision processes. This paper describes a method for determining TCO of physical data center and network room infrastructure including power, cooling and protection.
   Published by: APC]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Lowering Mainframe TCO Through zIIP Speciality Engine Exploitation]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1240431040_292.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this benchmark report, learn how DataDirect Shadow can help you advance your SOA enablement strategy and significantly lower mainframe TCO by offloading up to 90% of your integration processing to zIIP specialty engines.
   Published by: DataDirect Shadow]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Be Bold with Smart New IT Investments: 5 Valuable IT Investment Steps for Difficult Economic Times]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1240421756_343.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Now is the time for great companies and leaders to follow a different path which will result in great rewards in the future. With the right strategy your company can grow market share and come out of this recession stronger. Read on to learn five IT investment steps that you can use to assist in guiding your organization to make the right choices.
   Published by: PlanView, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[HP ProLiant G6 Technology Overview: Featuring servers based on the Intel&reg; Xeon&reg; processor 5500 series]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1240333985_415.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    The sixth-generation (G6) of HP ProLiant DL, ML, and BL servers is the broadest range of servers in the industry based on the Intel Xeon&reg; processor 5500 series. The ProLiant G6 server lineup includes rack, tower, and server blades that provide industry-leading energy efficiency, extreme flexibility, and scalable perform
   Published by: Hewlett Packard Company and Intel]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Vertica Analytic Database: Rethinking Data Warehouse Architecture]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1239383136_804.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Read this whitepaper to find out why business users who&#39;re looking for a lower cost approach to meeting the performance demands of query-intensive analytic applications should consider the Vertica Analytic Database solution.
   Published by: Vertica Systems]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Presentation Transcript: Leveraging virtualization and green IT technologies to improve data center efficiency]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1239388119_402.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This transcript examines the respective challenges that accompany virtualization and green IT initiatives. Learn specific best practices that will enable your business to lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and accelerate ROI.
   Published by: Compellent]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Virtual Data Center E-Zine &#45; Volume 9]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1239044883_912.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this month&#39;s issue of Virtual Data Center, learn how to reduce the number of physical servers even more by focusing on the process of virtual machine placement on host servers.
   Published by: Virtual Data Center E-Zine - Volume 9]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Simplifying Business Integration: Presentation Transcript]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1239032073_535.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Complexity in business integration can be a serious impairment to any SMB, or even large company, in today&#39;s economy. Read this Presentation Transcript of the &#147;Simplifying Business Integration&#148; webcast to learn how to properly manage business integration with the right strategies.
   Published by: EXTOL International, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Unified Communications Strategy and Business Case Services by Aspect]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1238691706_135.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Unified Communications (UC) is a powerful set of tools and capabilities which can be leveraged to unlock benefits for your enterprise. Download this paper to find out how Aspect Professional Services will work closely with your key business and IT stakeholders to learn about your environment and develop a strategy and business case.
   Published by: Microsoft]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Streamlining Offshore Java&#153; Development]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1238518366_528.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Software development work is increasingly being off-shored or outsourced as companies try to reduce costs in efforts to remain competitive. However, these solutions have issues and challenges that can ultimately end up costing a company more money in the long run.
   Published by: Embarcadero Technologies, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[How Customers Are Cutting Costs and Building Value with Microsoft Virtualization]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1237496085_873.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper examines how Microsoft customers are using virtualization technology to simplify their IT infrastructure and IT processes and save money. It discusses the savings inherent in using virtualization to consolidate servers and accelerate desktops.
   Published by: Microsoft]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Garnering Executive Support: Building Your Business Plan for Strategic Meetings Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1236622460_255.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this white paper, brought to you by StarCite, corporate travel and meetings professionals will learn why executive support is vital to a strategic meetings management effort and how to garner that support - even if it requires investment and resources from upper management.
   Published by: StarCite]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Integrating Corporate Travel, Procurement and Meetings Management: A Best Practices Roadmap to Strategic Meetings Management Success]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1236622930_335.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this white paper, StarCite presents its latest industry research about where corporations stand when it comes to travel and meetings integration - and a roadmap for companies ready to reap the rewards of an integrated approach.
   Published by: StarCite]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[RFID Basics for Retailers]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1134755035_779.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper illuminates RFID by providing an overview of RFID technology; describing the current status of relevant RFID standards initiatives; illustrating how RFID can be integrated to enhance existing wireless LAN, bar code and mobile computing systems; and providing guidance for selecting and planning RFID pilots and implementations.
   Published by: Intermec]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[County Law Enforcement Agencies Use PocketCop on Blackberry Smartphones to Access Police Information]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1235665948_770.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This case study explains how Franklin County Sheriff&#39;s Office deployed PocketCop on BlackBerry&#174; smartphones&#44; a wireless application that allows secure&#44; over&#45;the&#45;air access to law enforcement and motor vehicle databases.
   Published by: BlackBerry]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[How to Ensure That Your Employees Will Want to Use CRM]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1165257391_802.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper outlines the technology building blocks that enable you to create an information-rich environment that empowers your workforce to perform at its peak. Learn how to use data to its fullest--without having to become IT experts.
   Published by: Pivotal CRM, a CDC Software solution]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[How to Profit in a Downturn: 4 Customer&#45;centric Strategies for Growth in a Challenging Market]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1222447195_467.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this white paper, learn how your organization can use customer-centric strategies and CRM tools to maximize the value and loyalty of your customer base. Gain insight into new areas of opportunity and do more with less in a time of economic uncertainty.
   Published by: Pivotal CRM, a CDC Software solution]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[How to Cut BlackBerry Support Costs by 25 to 50&#37;]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1234543536_275.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
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