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	<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 11:15:52 EST</pubDate>  <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[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[PODCAST: Best Practices around How to Economically Boost System and Application Performance with NAND Flash]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257797442_335.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Listen to this podcast to learn how to optimize your storage infrastructure using the latest NAND technologies, HDD and DRAM.
   Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Best Practices around How to Economically Boost System and Application Performance with NAND Flash]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257796974_48.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    View this mediacast and learn how to optimize your storage infrastructure using the latest NAND technologies, HDD and DRAM.
   Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Podcast: File Virtualization FAQ with Jeff Boles]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257538729_523.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this FAQ with Jeff Boles, Jeff discusses the ins and outs of file virtualization. He tells users the benefits and drawbacks of file virtualization, which file virtualization products are on the market and how they might work in specific IT shops, as well as how file virtualization affects replication or migration of files.
   Published by: F5 Networks UK]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT</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[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[Video Whitepaper: Managing Risk and Uncertainty - An Executive's Guide to Integrated Business Planning]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1257276202_553.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    A time of unprecedented market volatility and competition calls for a new business strategy. View this video white paper to learn how integrated business planning can help your company align strategic, operational, and financial plans.
   Published by: Oracle Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Fact or Fiction: Enforcing Change Management and Configuration Management with Tools and Technologies]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1256676244_280.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This podcast educates information security and IT pros on the right tools and technologies to create a solid process that provides the data, insight and metrics you need to meet your compliance and business objectives.
   Published by: SearchSecurity.com]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Designing a Strategy for End-to-End Web Protection]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1256670439_832.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This IBM white paper outlines the risks surrounding Web applications and reviews four layers of security needed in a strategy for end-to end Web protection.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT</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[ReadSoft helps frozen food pioneer Rich Products Corporation innovate its AP processing]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1255448568_237.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    AP processing has changed the ways the businesses have been doing business. Read in this paper how ReadSoft&#146;s doing that and so much more.
   Published by: ReadSoft]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Best Practices for SAP Upgrades &amp; Migrations with HP and Novell]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1254489062_555.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Join experts from HP and Novell in this webcast as they discuss how to empower your SAP solutions, deliver the right information to the right people at the right time, and execute upgrades and migrations successfully.
   Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 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/1254165595_856.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper highlights common mistakes companies make in a down economy and discusses how organizations can use business intelligence to avoid them. Use the self-assessment questionnaire at the end of this paper to determine the level of business intelligence opportunity across your organization.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Next steps for business intelligence]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1253893113_41.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    To find out more about how organizations can take the next steps with their BI initiatives, SearchDataManagement.com turned to Boris Evelson of Forrester Research. In this videocast, Boris will reveal some of the most important emerging trends in BI today and how organizations should start planning to take advantage of next-generation BI.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[PODCAST: MS SQL Server 2008]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1253806031_124.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Solid state drives (SSD) are going to play everywhere in the enterprise&#151;at the storage array level, at the server level and in users&#146; notebook computers. This podcast discusses the issues involved in integrating SSDs at these three junctions in enterprise storage environments.
   Published by: Fusion-IO]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[MS SQL Server 2008]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1253804593_911.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Solid state drives (SSD) are going to play everywhere in the enterprise&#151;at the storage array level, at the server level and in users&#146; notebook computers. This webcast discusses the issues involved in integrating SSDs at these three junctions in enterprise storage environments.
   Published by: Fusion-IO]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Sun HPC Virtual Tradeshow]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1253739184_54.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Performance Computing (HPC) is business ready. HPC can give your organization a competitive advantage through shorter development cycles, better decision making and lower costs. Download this webcast to discuss new technologies, accomplishments, and collaborations in HPC, networking, storage, software, and data management.
   Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Optimizing Agile for Your Organization]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1253300772_899.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper will outline the major organizational, cultural, and project considerations that are critical to a successful Agile adoption.
   Published by: Construx Software]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Protect Your Company, Freeing Up Time for Your Business]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1253285799_231.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    By complementing a solid technological approach with an additional protection strategy and the best support services, Global Business Protection offers your company peace of mind, so you can focus on what is really important for your company.
   Published by: Panda Security]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The importance of IT governance in an economic recession]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1253110755_731.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Hear from Brian Barnier, Principal at ValueBridge, as he speaks on how a formal governance process will ensure a positive impact on your bottom line. Also, get answers to some of the toughest governance questions, including &#147;how important is risk evaluation in IT governance?&#148;
   Published by: Innotas]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Dedupe Simply - Podcast]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1253197423_58.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This on-demand Podcast helps simplify the basics of data deduplication and outlines the benefits that are being achieved by enterprises around the world.
   Published by: Data Domain]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Dedupe Simply]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1253196270_200.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This on-demand webcast helps simplify the basics of data deduplication and outlines the benefits that are being achieved by enterprises around the world.
   Published by: Data Domain]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Presentation Transcript: Governance in Project Portfolio Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1253012026_649.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This is a transcript of a presentation by Brian Turner, Chief Service Delivery Officer at Point consulting firm.  He discusses how to keep governance relevant and effective in today&#146;s tough times, what factors drive effective governance structures and what strategies make those governance structures in your organization more effective.
   Published by: AtTask]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Business Problems Solved: With Better Business Intelligence]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1252618063_619.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This document presents a series of business challenges, why organizations faced them, and how these problems were solved through the use of Business Intelligence best practices.
   Published by: Board International]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[2009 Top 10 in Investment Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1252533906_908.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    The investment management business in 2009 will be dominated by the ramifications of the events of 2008. In this report, TowerGroup has compiled a list of the top 10 business drivers and the resulting major strategic responses and technology initiatives.
   Published by: Actuate]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[File Virtualization FAQ Podcast with Jeff Boles]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1252421611_914.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this FAQ with Jeff Boles, Jeff discusses the ins and outs of file virtualization. He tells users the benefits and drawbacks of file virtualization, which file virtualization products are on the market and how they might work in specific IT shops, as well as how file virtualization affects replication or migration of files.
   Published by: F5 Networks, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Setting Policy: Network Security Policies Speak to Types and Levels of Protection]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1252420587_122.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    A well-run business needs a written IT security policy setting forth the use and administration of IT assets. Read this paper to learn the essentials of defining and implementing a security policy for your organization.
   Published by: CDW Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Virtual server backup options today]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1251914264_815.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    W. Curtis Preston, executive editor of the Storage Media Group and independent backup expert, discusses the various options available today for backing up virtual machines including VMware's VCB, third-party products, and the ways that backup software products are evolving to ease virtual machine backups.
   Published by: Quantum Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Role of IT Governance in PPM Success]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1251903710_885.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    During this webcast, our speaker will discuss ways to ensure IT governance is instituted at the enterprise for PPM success.
   Published by: AtTask]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Portfolio Resource Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1251902186_180.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This podcast will review the steps CIOs can take to select top projects with the most value to the business, map resources and finally fill in the gaps.
   Published by: AtTask]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Rethinking Business Continuity and High Availability in Storage]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1251736212_129.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This comprehensive Webcast explores new methods for business continuity and walks you through how to approach and manage the various aspects of creating a continuity strategy with snapshot assisted backup and virtualisation tools. View this Webcast to learn more.
   Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Sustainability: A Green Model for Data Governance]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1251310723_128.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    An effective governance program will determine what kinds of data are inputs, outputs or byproducts, and will enable the company to quickly distinguish and process data elements accordingly. Read this paper to learn more.
   Published by: Baseline Consulting]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Network Attached Storage FAQ Podcast]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1251299258_988.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Because network attached storage (NAS) is file-based (rather than block-based) storage, it is particularly suited for storing the types of unstructured, file-based data that is a challenge for many storage pros today. This FAQ podcast answers key questions about NAS advantages and implementations.
   Published by: Dell, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Replication options for virtualized environments]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1251220821_879.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    W. Curtis Preston, executive editor of the Storage Media Group and independent backup expert, discusses the options currently available for performing replication as part of a backup strategy for virtual machines, benefits and drawbacks of using replication in a virtualized environment.
   Published by: Quantum Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Increasing Operational Efficiency and Agility with BPM]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1250710988_276.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this expert podcast, find out why many companies are turning to business process management (BPM) to automate processes, optimize workflows and improve operational efficiency and agility.
   Published by: Esker Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Best Practices for Backup - Videocast]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1248354395_252.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    There are more and better tools to protect data than ever, but how they're implemented and used in a storage environment can determine how effective they'll be. In this expert videocast, W. Curtis Preston, one of the leading backup experts in the country, describes some key best practices that will help you build a better backup system.
   Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Best Practices for Backup - Podcast]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1248355391_700.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    There are more and better tools to protect data than ever, but how they're implemented and used in a storage environment can determine how effective they'll be. In this expert podcast, W. Curtis Preston, one of the leading backup experts in the country, describes some key best practices that will help you build a better backup system.
   Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Consolidate Management Software and Reduce Cost]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1248697198_15.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This webcast explores a phased approach to consolidating application management solutions, aligning IT infrastructure with business needs and reducing costs.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Rethinking Storage for Server Virtualization Environments]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1247866794_474.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Server virtualisation is an ever more important tool for reducing costs, increasing availability, and enhancing business agility.
   Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Analyzing the Total Cost of a Global Service Desk]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245700702_607.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Do you know what it really costs to operation your Service Desk? If your organization has not addressed Total Cost of Ownership, you are probably experiencing out-of-control cost increases and reduced service quality for end-user support. Read this white paper to learn about CompuCom's Service Desk solution.
   Published by: CompuCom Systems, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 24:00:00 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[Operational Excellence: The New Lever of Profitability and Competitive Advantage]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244245169_485.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    The paper provides valuable evidence about the benefits of achieving aligned operational excellence. In it you'll discover why companies that build and align their operational capabilities for strategic advantage earn a distinct execution premium in their business performance.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Need for Best of Breed. Tips for your ERP &amp; BI Application Strategy]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1243868867_47.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This Webcast can help you put your business intelligence (BI) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) needs into perspective with application strategy tips offered by Ray Wang at Forrester Research.
   Published by: IBM Cognos]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[SearchCIO.com eBook: Unlock Outsourcing Potential and Change]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1233248255_388.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    The key to unlocking outsourcing potential lies in targeting the right projects, choosing your suppliers wisely and then managing them with an eye on economic conditions at that global site. Here's a step-by-step plan for optimizing savings.
   Published by: SearchCIO.com]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Best Practices of the Best-Run Sales Organizations: Sales Opportunity Blueprinting]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1240859693_736.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Leadership teams in today's strongest sales groups have discovered best practices to achieve exponential results. This SAP Executive Insight looks at leading-edge companies and examines how they excel in areas where most sales organizations struggle.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</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>
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    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>
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