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	<language>en-us</language> <lastBuildDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2009 16:00:32 EST</lastBuildDate>
	<pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2009 16:00:32 EST</pubDate>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Jama Contour v2.8]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1259778113_671.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Scope creep kills innovation. Over $1 trillion is spent each year on R&D, and 60% of the projects fail due to requirements issues. By using requirements management best practices you can achieve 2x higher profits and 6x faster development cycles.
   Published by: Jama Software]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Lean Scheduling and Execution]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1256595601_83.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This benchmark study showcases the operational performance benefits manufacturers are currently enjoying due to the adoption of Lean scheduling and execution principles.
   Published by: SAP AG]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Focusing on Food & Beverage Manufacturers: Three Strategies for Profitability Tomorrow and in Years to Come]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1256257911_143.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper explores the idea that to effectively compete today and into the next generation, F&B manufacturers must rethink their customer relationship management (CRM) strategies. Read on to learn the three strategies F&B manufacturers must do if they want to be profitable tomorrow and in the years to come.
   Published by: Infor CRM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Business Network Transformation: Product and Service Leadership]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1256153439_178.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    For manufacturers today, achieving strategic goals requires not only intimately understanding technology and markets but also overcoming higher hurdles that have been exacerbated by trends toward globalization and outsourcing. Read on to learn more about how your company can achieve product and service leadership.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Continuous Innovation for Product and Service Leadership: An Approach Driven by Business Value]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1256152870_900.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    The need to keep product and service offerings fresh is not a new concept in business today, but the new approach is involving a network of business partners and even customers in their quest to innovate. This process is called &quot;continuous product and service innovation.&quot;
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Product Environmental Footprint And Ecolabeling: An Approach For Both Environmental Responsibility And Profits]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1253914736_410.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Business interest in environmental footprinting stemmed originally from an understanding of supply chain vulnerabilities and complexities, and this remains an important driver. However, with growing public concern over environmental issues, environmental footprinting has grown in importance to many businesses.
   Published by: SAP AG]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[IBM Cognos Online Conference for Retailers and Manufactures]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1253791745_411.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This 2-hour complimentary virtual seminar on performance management (PM) takes place on October 21 and continues on November 4th &#151; Join us to learn how PM can help you improve visibility into your manufacturing business so you can reduce costs, speed delivery and efficiency, satisfy customers and create innovative new products.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Presentation Transcript: Be Prepared! Leverage SAP PLM to Navigate Through Uncertain Times]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1249418905_785.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Read this presentation transcript to learn the business value of PLM in an uncertain economy as well as significant trends in the PLM market. Explore SAP's approach to a new generation of product lifecycle management solutions that will help you remain or become a product and services leader.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Creating and managing value-driven product portfolios]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1248383302_7.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    The product portfolio decisions you make today will determine whether your company is relevant tomorrow. To increase the chances of marketing a successful product, organizations must deliver products and services to the consumers they value the most, and they must provide those deliverables when their consumers want them. Read on to learn more.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Be Prepared! Leverage SAP PLM to Navigate Through Uncertain Times - Podcast]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1248446097_884.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This podcast explores the business value of product lifecycle management (PLM) in an uncertain economy and explores SAP's approach to becoming more innovative, agile and efficient.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Be Prepared! Leverage SAP PLM to Navigate Through Uncertain Times]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1247086932_793.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This webcast explores the business value of product lifecycle management (PLM) in an uncertain economy and explores SAP's approach to becoming more innovative, agile and efficient.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2009 10:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Agile Project Manager]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244499594_425.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper will explore the impact agile development methodologies are having on the Project Management community, what new skills are required, and what the Project Manager can do to ease the transition.
   Published by: VersionOne Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Get Closer To Your Best Customers: A Shift In Customer Strategies In A Time Of Crisis]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244145215_234.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    The extraordinary circumstances of the current economic crisis have changed the operating rules for companies of every size, in every industry. Companies now face a unique opportunity to reexamine traditional business practices and make much-needed changes &#45; changes that will help them survive the downturn and flourish with the inevitable up...
   Published by: SAP AG]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Enterprise Contract Management for Life Sciences: Integrating Contract Creation, Administration, and Execution]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244142037_78.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Leading life sciences companies are recognizing the need for synchronized, enterprise-wide pricing and contract management processes. An integrated solution can provide the transparency needed to satisfy auditors, balance pricing with go-to-market strategies, and support sales and finance teams &#45; including accurately predicting margins.
   Published by: SAP AG]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Creating and managing value-driven product portfolios - Improving product portfolio management to optimize your products, services and projects]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1242249665_308.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    The best products to offer are those that provide a high level of value for both you and your customer. Companies with successful product portfolios often utilize a systematic process to effectively guide which projects are selected. This whitepaper explains how you can take advantage of a value-driven approach to product portfolio management.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Value-driven product management: Six keys to product success]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1237486397_350.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper explains how assessment, alignment, achievability, accessibility, agility and accountability, the six key concepts of value-driven product management, can be applied to create a repeatable process for developing successful products.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
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