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	podcasts, IT downloads and product information provided by Bitpipe</description>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:15:32 EDT</pubDate>  <item> <title><![CDATA[A Platform Approach To Manufacturing Operations Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245952819_307.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    From a manufacturing executive's perspective, focusing on an open and flexible Manufacturing Operations Management platform creates a competitive weapon. This research provides a roadmap for creating such a platform in a cost effective way that still delivers benefits, such as higher levels of profitability.
   Published by: Apriso Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Fast-Payback SAP Projects for Saving Money in 2009: Detailed Data for Business Expense Projects]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245869554_670.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This Report, which summarizes detailed data from a field study conducted exclusively for AMR Research SAP Peer Forum clients, was written to help business audiences looking for every opportunity to reduce the total business expenses of their huge, existing investments in SAP.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Supply Chain Performance Assurance]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245722528_150.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    IDS Scheer and PRTM have come together to solve one of the more perplexing problems - how to automate the processes of monitoring, measuring and improving the supply chain. Watch this webcast to learn how to build and measure efficiency within the supply chain.
   Published by: IDS Scheer]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Complex Event Processing in Transportation &#38; Logistics]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245436886_296.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    With Apama, you can use the power of complex event processing to deliver true operational effectiveness by correlating business-relevant events from warehouse, transportation and vehicle management systems as well as environmental data from sensors, GIS/GPS devices and RFID systems.
   Published by: Progress Software, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[10 Ways To Use ERP To Lean The Manufacturing Supply Chain]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245430878_678.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper gives four tips to help you bring lean supply chain improvements to your manufacturing operation.  Additionally, it discusses six technology tools that help automate these lean supply chain practices.
   Published by: IFS]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Fast Track ERP Implementation:  Advice from the Field]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245431975_168.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    ERP implementations don't have to take months or years. This white paper discusses how Colfax Corp. implemented IFS Applications in as little as nine weeks.  It presents a case study of Colfax's complex but rapid rollout, and offers fast tracking tips from Colfax Business Analyst Jay Michael.
   Published by: IFS]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 19 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[Which SAP&#174; Warehouse Management Application is Right For You?]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245248356_76.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper is designed to give warehouse operations managers and IT managers a useful framework for understanding SAP&#39;s newer Warehouse Management (WM) application functionality. It encompasses a look at both the core ERP Central Component (ECC) functionality in addition to the SCM Extended Warehouse Management product.
   Published by: CDC Global Services &#45; Catalyst]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Case Study: Avocent Increases Its Distribution Capacity and Throughput Without a Costly Physical Expansion]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245175785_342.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Avocent needed to increase its distribution capacity and throughput without a costly physical expansion. Read this case study to see how Catalyst stood out as the clear choice to partner Avocent on this project plan of upgrading their SAP warehouse management system.
   Published by: CDC Global Services &#45; Catalyst]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Catalyst XPS: Parcel Shipping Within SAP&#174; ECC and SCM EWM]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245244647_903.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    SAP SCM Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) solution is the next generation SAP Warehouse Management System (WMS) platform designed to provide a complete suite of operational functionality.
   Published by: CDC Global Services &#45; Catalyst]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Southeastern Container turns to Motorola and decisionpoint systems for RFID asset tracking]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245181068_666.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Southeastern Container is using Motorola fixed and handheld readers, and Motorola antennas to track their reusable bins for effective and accurate inventory control. Exact information on their vital core business assets - the bins - will provide a bin's exact history, lifetime, location, status and contents. Read this case study to learn more.
   Published by: Motorola, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Nine Ways to Cut Costs While Keeping the Lights On]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244840884_334.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Amidst a macroeconomic global recession, companies are looking for ways to reduce their costs by 25% or more. The following paper represents the top set of cost-reduction initiatives that Wipro clients have effectively implemented.
   Published by: Wipro Technologies]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Using SOA for an Electronic Dispatch and Delivery System]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244672837_120.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    A large fuel logistics and delivery company with over 77 fixed based terminals, 2500 trucks, and 3500 truck drivers in 36 states was using a paper and phone based system to deliver over 2 million loads of petroleum per year. PSC was engaged to design the end-to-end solution to automate the company's complex business process.
   Published by: Oracle Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Complex Manufacturing - Executive Agenda]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244668294_645.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this executive agenda, we will examine how you can make your business more customer-focused while continuing to cut costs and how can you extend lean principles to customer service activities without impacting potential growth.
   Published by: Sterling Commerce]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[20 Steps To Delivering The Perfect Order]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244666037_825.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    How can business process and applications professionals lead the charge in optimizing the processes and systems to deliver the perfect order? How does a business process and applications professional know the key steps to supporting a perfect order? Forrester has developed a best practices checklist of 20 steps required to support a perfect order.
   Published by: Sterling Commerce]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[How To Improve Yard and Supply Chain Performance]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244667064_378.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Traditionally, yard management systems have been implemented on the customer's premises. However, a new generation of yard management systems is emerging, based on the &quot;software as a service&quot; model, which enables smaller yards to cost justify these applications.
   Published by: Sterling Commerce]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Distributed Order Management: Maximizing Customer and Partner Sales Online]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244664797_405.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This IDC White Paper examines the importance of distributed order management. We explain the changing market conditions that have given rise to it and discuss the emergence of a new type of business whose charter is to steer consistency of brand as a product or service is marketed and sold across an extended selling chain.
   Published by: Sterling Commerce]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Road Map To The Perfect Order - Best Practice Strategies For Success]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244663114_634.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In the quest for a perfect order, enterprises must design their new road map to address process ownership, process optimization, technology support, and solution agility. Though &quot;perfect order&quot; may mean so many things to so many people, 63% of enterprises, in an August 2007 Forrester survey believe that a &quot;perfect order&quot; exists.
   Published by: Sterling Commerce]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Aug 2007 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Forrester Wave&trade;: Order Management Hubs, Q4 2008]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244661395_448.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In the second update to the industry's only process-focused order management assessment of its kind, Forrester evaluated eight leading order management solutions in a 152-criteria evaluation. We found that Sterling Commerce and Oracle E-Business Suite led the pack among the Leaders who delivered technologies that support the perfect order.
   Published by: Sterling Commerce]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 24:00:00 EST</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[SAP&#174; Support of the Healthecare Supply Chain&#39;s Ongoing Effort to Ensure Patient Safety and Drive Business Value]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244226634_338.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    The Center for Healthcare Supply Chain Research (formerly the HDMA Research & Education Foundation) recently published an important study concerning data management and data sharing in the healthcare supply chain. This whitepaper discusses the key conclusions of their study.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Enabling The Lean Enterprise: A Three-Tiered Approach to Improving Your Operations]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244136453_519.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Recently, many businesses have used lean principles to move from a decentralized
corporate management mode to a hybrid model &#45; recognizing that different functions require different levels of centralized management to be efficient
and effective. Read this whitepaper to learn a three-tiered approach to improving your operations.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Compliant Manufacturing Operations In Life Sciences Companies]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244128394_710.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    With compliant manufacturing operations, you can deliver quality products to customers consistently and meet good manufacturing practices regulations at the lowest cost possible &#45; all key to leading the competition. How can you achieve such objectives? With software and services from SAP and our partners.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Presentation Transcript: Best Practices to Gain Visibility and Control of Your Demand Network]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244062290_280.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this presentation transcript of the &quot;Best Practices to Gain visibility and Control of Your Demand Network&quot; webcast E2open and AMR Research will discuss new demand network management trends and technologies that will enable multi-enterprise companies to maximize the potential of their demand networks by providing more visibility and control.
   Published by: E2open]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[An Introduction to Complex Event Processing and its Role in Modern IT Architectures]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1243626809_142.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Complex Event Processing enables you to respond to fast-changing conditions, take advantage of opportunities, and pre-empt threats.
   Published by: Progress Software, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Wipro Consulting Services (WCS): Redefining the Consulting DNA]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1242176544_352.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Read this white paper to learn about the evolution of Wipro Consulting Services (WCS) as well as the methods critical to it's success. Explore the difficulties management faced in achieving an optimal organizational design, key consulting practice areas the company specialized in, and it's strategies for long term growth.
   Published by: Wipro Technologies]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Presentation Transcript: On Implementation Trends and Lean Supply Chain Management (SCM)]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1239992565_37.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Read this presentation transcript to learn what a lean supply chain is and how it can cut costs out of your supply chain, as well as make your supply chain as efficient as possible. Learn what steps a company must take to make its supply chain lean, and the top ten technology trends to implement a lean supply chain, and more.
   Published by: E2open]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Best Practices for Achieving Sustainable Supply Chains]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1239287389_790.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Sustainable and green initiatives are becoming increasingly important in today's business climate, as companies restructure their supply chains to reduce their carbon footprint, while also improving their bottom line.  This upcoming webinar sheds light on the move towards sustainable supply chain management.
   Published by: E2open]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Handling Demand Volatility: Creating Integrated Demand-Supply Networks]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1239049760_67.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This presentation transcript gives advice on handling demand volatility, with creating an integrated demand-supply network being the key.  You'll read details on the evolution of supply chains demand-supply networks and gather information on overcoming issues that can challenge your demand-supply network implementation.
   Published by: E2open]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Supply Chain Management Technology and Implementation Trends for a Lean Supply Chain]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1239039947_803.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This Podcast discusses how to make your supply chain lean, how to take costs out of your supply chain and how to make your supply chain as efficient as possible.
   Published by: E2open]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[SCM Technology and Implementation Trends for Lean Supply Chain Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1239032626_69.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This Webcast discusses how to make your supply chain lean, how to take costs out of your supply chain and how to make your supply chain as efficient as possible.
   Published by: E2open]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Achieving lean success - A Holistic Approach]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1238765143_348.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Recently lean manufacturing has gone from an obscure and isolated practice to a mainstream, extensively publicized methodology that is well known throughout the manufacturing and supply chain industry.  However, this does not mean it is entirely understood as a business practice, nor does it mean that it has been implemented to any large extent.
   Published by: Infor]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[As Agile Goes Mainstream It's Time for Metrics]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1238743028_753.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Increasingly, organizations create software via a complex, distributed supply chain that spans organizational boundaries and multiple software sources. As a result, communication between business stakeholders and a diverse range of IT resources has become increasingly more problematic.
   Published by: Rally Software Development Corp.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[eBook: Lean manufacturing and ERP: How to leverage ERP to get lean]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1236291687_809.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    A manufacturing firm adopting the principles of lean manufacturing can effectively leverage the company's ERP system during its transition to lean. This E-Book explains what part of the plant you should start with; the importance of simplifying the ERP system; how to balance the ERP system with lean principles; and what pitfalls to avoid.
   Published by: IQMS]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[eBook: Manufacturing ERP software selection demystified: How to evaluate ERP platforms]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1236292510_395.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    There are many choices and considerations in the manufacturing ERP software market - and navigating the many options to find the right choice for your organization can seem like an overwhelming task. In this E-Book, read how SearchManufacturingERP.com turned to the experts at Panorama Consulting Group find the right one.
   Published by: IQMS]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Automating Industrial Supply Chains]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1077732282_981.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Read this white paper to learn what total automation can do for an industrial/manufacturing enterprise, how it can dramatically improve operations by providing real-time data to all the interdependent parts of the supply chain.
   Published by: Intermec]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Error Proofing with Radio-frequency Identification (RFID)]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1162573450_830.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper details the financial impact of errors and recalls, explains how RFID can be used for error proofing and other manufacturing processes, presents the benefits of RFID-based processes, and describes developments in tag technology that make RFID a reliable resource for automotive process tracking and error proofing.
   Published by: Intermec]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Supply Chain Radio Frequency Identification (RFID): How It Works and Why It Pays]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1092246203_958.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Radio frequency identification (RFID) is one of the most promising and anticipated technologies in recent years. This white paper explains what RFID is, describes the current standard and compliance environment, and discusses some considerations to make sure that you have a successful implementation and get the most from your investment.
   Published by: Intermec]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Beyond the Tag: Finding Radio-frequency Identification (RFID) Value in Manufacturing and Distribution Applications]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1113845344_84.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper will describe how companies have used internal RFID systems to reduce costs and improve efficiency, and explain how the lessons learned can be applied to a variety of industrial operations.
   Published by: Intermec]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Do You Know Where Your Assets Are? Maximizing ROI With Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Asset Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1205952550_103.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper examines asset tracking with RFID technology by providing a brief overview of technologies available, an explanation of how passive UHF RFID can be used for asset tracking, an exploration of who's using RFID, a discussion on deciding what to track and making a business case for RFID, and a guide to choosing the right RFID partners.
   Published by: Intermec]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[MEMS:  The New Class of Bar Code Scanner]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1134755034_427.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper will explain how MEMS are used for bar code scanning, the reliability and performance advantages MEMS scanners have over traditional lasers, and the opportunities and limitations for using MEMS-based scanners.
   Published by: Intermec]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</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[ABCs of RFID: Understanding and Using Radio Frequency Identification]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1140197703_741.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper provides an overview of RFID technology and capabilities, describes the common frequencies and technologies used in business applications, identifies major standards, and introduces ways to take advantage of RFID to improve convenience, accuracy, safety and security.
   Published by: Intermec]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Beyond the Security Breach: Protecting Sensitive Data Using Encryption &#38; Key Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1234285891_0.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper identifies how organizations need to deploy new solutions to protect their information assets from theft and misuse&#44; it also explores the landscape of legal liabilities and identifies the technical hurdle facing both management and IT.
   Published by: Linoma Software]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[A New Mandate for IT]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1201886636_611.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Learn more about the changing role of IT in business. This report includes research targeted towards senior executives responsible for managing and deploying information technology in pursuit of business objectives.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Apr 2007 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Warehouse Management Today: Balancing Financial Pressures and Growing Demands]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1232732852_724.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper explains why a warehouse management system (WMS) is one of the key technologies required to create a successful adaptive supply chain network. This system enables the extended warehouse to sense and respond to a variety of business requirements and meet complex and changing customer needs.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Achieving Compliant Manufacturing Excellence through Real&#45;time Performance Management and Continuous Improvement]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1232732828_526.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Manufacturers are feeling new pressure on their operations from many directions. Dynamic market needs, increased compliance requirements, more distributed manufacturing operations, rapid product innovation, lean manufacturing, and the transition to new IT technology all manifest themselves on the plant floor and throughout the enterprise.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Best Practices in Complex Equipment Manufacturing&#44; Sales&#44; and Service]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1232732834_275.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper gives a brief overview of the SAP&#174; solutions used by manufacturers of complex products and equipment to differentiate themselves from the competition through superior&#45;value products and services against low&#45;cost global providers.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Four Common ERP Implementation Mistakes]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1231769881_362.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Here are four common mistakes an implementation leader and team can make&#44; and suggestions on how to avoid them.
   Published by: IFS]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[How to Assure ERP Success: Taking Ownership]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1231769879_578.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    CarSound CFO Steve Ragow encourages you to take ownership of and master your ERP system to assure your success.
   Published by: IFS]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Implementing a Data Quality Strategy]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1231258734_85.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this program Gartner Research Vice President Ted Fredman and DataFlux President and CEO Tony Fisher discuss the data quality issues facing business today as well as the solutions that can solve these problems.
   Published by: DataFlux Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[EnterpriseIQ -- Beyond traditional ERP]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1231189171_951.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    EnterpriseIQ goes beyond traditional ERP software systems by providing a real-time foundation for collaborative and ebusiness environments. From ensuring efficient and timely delivery of products to meeting the dynamic needs of customers and suppliers, IQMS brings it all together, seamlessly.
   Published by: IQMS]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 09:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[How Successful ERP Selections Are Made: The Top Things to Look for, Look at, and Look beyond When Evaluating a Manufacturing ERP Purchase]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1230116480_352.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper examines the major considerations manufacturers looking to add, upgrade of replace Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software should be aware of.  By being cognizant of these aspects you'll ensure that you'll be able to select a solution that best fits your needs, both now and in the future.
   Published by: IQMS]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Products and Services: ERP for Importers&#44; Manufacturers and Distributors]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1213900924_780.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Xperia is a leading provider of enterprise software solutions&#44; applications and services that enable businesses to maintain a competitive advantage and deliver operational efficiencies that produce bottom line results.
   Published by: Xperia]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Managing Imports in an ERP System]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1213900921_235.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Managing imports is more complex, difficult, and error-prone than it initially appears.  This white paper explains three points for inventory managers to consider.
   Published by: Xperia]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Size DOES Matter &#45; When Choosing the Right ERP Solution]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1213900923_607.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In regards to Enterprise Resource Planning, customer-supplier relationships are more important for small-to-medium manufacturers than large ones, because small-to-medium manufacturers tend to have few IT resources, and rely more on the software supplier.
   Published by: Xperia]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 30 May 2006 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Best Practices in Extending Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP): A Buyer&#39;s Guide to ERP versus Best of Breed Decisions]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1221667269_339.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Extending ERP is the focus of this document, which encompasses utilizing more functionality, extending the footprint beyond the core ERP functionality and making decisions between ERP vendors and pure play or &quot;Best of Breed&quot; solutions.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Using Web Technology for Competitive Advantage: How Manufacturers Leverage the Web for Internal Efficiency&#44; Enhanced Customer Service and Increased Sales]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1211222191_105.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    More than simply serving a marketing role&#44; a Web presence can boost internal efficiency&#44; enhance customer service and increase sales.
   Published by: Bowen & Groves]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[6 Key Metrics for Measuring Lean Success]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1220541413_459.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This webcast by IndustryWeek discusses the key metrics your company can use to help ensure you accomplish you lean goals.  It brings together members of the manufacturing community to discuss strategic and operational initiatives.
   Published by: Infor]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Infor &#45; ERP SyteLine]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1220541410_72.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Infor ERP SyteLine spans the business of manufacturing to align supply with demand and support the business and operational challenges of manufacturers. Download this demo to get a better understanding of how this software can benefit your company.
   Published by: Infor]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Infor &#45; ERP VISUAL]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1220541412_679.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Infor ERP VISUAL combines affordability and deep functionality&#44; and is ideal for high growth&#44; mixed&#45;mode manufacturers who need a modular solution.  Learn why more than 4,000 businesses trust Infor ERP VISUAL to run their operations.
   Published by: Infor]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The 2008 ERP in Manufacturing Benchmark Report]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1220541410_334.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This report explores feedback provided by over 1200 manufacturers&#44; and aims to serve as a roadmap to those in the manufacturing community that desires to reduce costs&#44; and develop customer responsiveness through successful ERP implementations.
   Published by: Infor]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Infor &#45; ERP LX]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1220541412_152.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Infor ERP LX, the next version ERP BPCS, is a scalable, comprehensive, flexible and integrated ERP solution for mixed-mode and process manufacturers operating in an IBM System i environment. The solution improves the efficiency of core business processes.
   Published by: Infor]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Supply Chain Collaboration: The Key to Success in a Global Economy]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1218031193_647.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Learn how you can transform traditional supply chains from linear&#44; sequential processes into adaptive supply chain networks.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 2007 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  </channel> </rss>

