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	<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:30:15 EST</pubDate>  <item> <title><![CDATA[SearchManufacturingERP.com Tip Guide: E-Sourcing tools to help turn strategic suppliers into partners]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1328646800_954.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[Read this guide to learn best practices to become strategic partners with your suppliers and understand how a sourcing strategy can make or break a company. Published by: Ariba, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Executive Sales and Operations Planning Maturity Levels and Key Solution Criterion]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1327504903_752.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[This Aberdeen Group Research Brief explores the current business challenges faced by companies striving for success with respect to sales and operations planning (S&amp;OP). It delves into the priority allocated to S&amp;OP, the maturity levels associated with S&amp;OP, and the role of technology enablers. Published by: SAP America, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 31 May 2011 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[International Transportation Management Benchmark Study:Winners See Strategic Value of Visibility]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1327504903_555.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[This third annual study examines how successful firms are managing international transportation and emerging trends in the industry. Published by: SAP America, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Getting ROI Out of Your ERP system]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1328021221_920.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[In this e-guide, readers will learn more about the basics of ERP and how to reduce maintenance and support costs for these systems. Published by: IFS]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Taking Control:Improved Inventory Visibility Leads to Lean Success]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1328032905_823.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[Read this paper for a comprehensive look into inventory inside the manufacturing plant - everything from inventory, to receipt of material, to finished products. Learn how to  take control of your inventory and supply chain to achieve lean manufacturing and increased efficiency and profitability. Published by: Plex Systems]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Tips for managing sustainable supply chains]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1327953260_175.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[Many organizations are  eager to jump on the supply chain sustainability bandwagon without  fully comprehending what such a program means to the organization. In this tip guide, you will gain expert insights into maintaining consistency and other governance elements to maintain a sustainable supply chain program with broad executive support. Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[E-Payables 2011: Efficiency, Visibility and Collaboration in the Financial Supply Chain]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1326131021_761.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[In this e-book, learn about a study based on the responses of 116 professionals between July and August of 2011 that examines best practices of high-performing organizations to discover which aspects of invoice receipt, approval processing, payment, and audit serve differentiate them from their lower-performing counterparts. Published by: Ariba, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Beyond EDI: How a Smart Invoice Network Reorders P2P to Drive Global e-Invoicing and Collaboration with All Suppliers]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1326131021_665.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[In this white paper, learn best practices for automating workflow and AP to increase accuracy, overall business efficiency, and decrease costs to improve your AP operations. Published by: Ariba, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Future of Procurement: 2020 And Beyond]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1325803376_458.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[This e-book contains discussion and debate around where procurement can and should be setting its sights for the year 2020 and beyond. The primary objective of this resource is to initiate a dialogue on the future of procurement and to create a road map for how to get there. Published by: Ariba, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Carson Home - X3 + Payments]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1325787082_564.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[This webcast provides an overview of how one distribution company leveraged the Sage X3 enterprise resource planning (ERP) system to streamline and improve the efficiency of their business processes. Published by: Sage Software]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[How to Choose a Distribution System]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1325615618_658.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[Read this white paper to learn best practices for selecting the best distribution strategy and accompanying enterprise resource planning (ERP) software for your organization. Published by: Sage Software]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[SearchManufacturingERP.com eBook: Improving effectiveness and adoption in ERP procurement to drive increased savings]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1325005294_462.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[This e-book provides tips on how to increase the value of your ERP – and your supply chain – with tools for more effective collaboration. Published by: Ariba, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2011 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Increase Value of Operations Through Purchase-To-Pay]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1324494607_582.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[In this paper, discover how performance metrics for P2P’s newly enhanced capabilities can evolve to formally codify the value of the function to enterprise goals such as customer satisfaction or working capital performance. Published by: Ariba, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Dec 2011 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Collaborative Sourcing: The Keys to Unlocking Greater Value]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1324494607_851.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[This report looks at how a collaborative sourcing approach can help sourcing teams deliver greater value to the enterprise. Published by: Ariba, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Dec 2011 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Link Between Cloud-Based Commerce and ERP Value]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1324494607_659.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[Read this white paper for an overview of how the cloud enables greater collaboration, transparency and efficiency among hundreds of thousands of trading partners on a global scale. Discover how companies of all sizes can benefit from the effects that cloud computing has on enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. Published by: Ariba, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Dec 2011 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Is the Future of Business Commerce in Social Media?]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1324494607_522.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[In this paper, explore a compilation of articles addressing supply chain management, social media in a business environment, and how to leverage the cloud to boost sales and drive customer satisfaction. Published by: Ariba, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Dec 2011 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Take Your Company to the Next Wave  of Sourcing Savings]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1324494607_749.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[Watch this webcast on collaborative sourcing to learn how to build a sustainable collaborative sourcing program, bring more "spend under management" or "procurement influence", and create the role of automated contract management and supplier performance management in strategic sourcing decision making processes. Published by: Ariba, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[eGuide: Best practices for managing sustainable supply chains]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1321994832_505.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[Many organizations, from large corporations to small not-for-profits, are eager to jump on the supply chain sustainability bandwagon without fully understanding what such a program means to the organization and its supply chain. In this e-guide, find best practices for managing sustainable supply chains and onboarding suppliers. Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Winning the Sustainability Game – A Model for C21 Growth]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1319484064_133.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[In this white paper discover what it takes to lead your organization into the C21 market. Learn different strategies from principals in a consulting group and discover how sustainability could the be key to your success. Published by: Newport Consulting Group]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2011 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[City University London Policy Challenge Report: Removing barriers to government using SME IT suppliers]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1319214557_442.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[The present need to radically cut public expenditure provides a once in a generation opportunity to transform the efficiency of the public sector. In order to achieve this, the public sector needs to radically change its current business processes to achieve greater efficiency. Published by: ComputerWeekly.com]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Aug 2010 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Neutraceutical Supplements Uptime with Dell Compellent SAN]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1304699819_289.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[Nutraceutical’s previous storage area network (SAN) lacked the flexibility and high availability necessary to keep production running at the manufacturing facility without sacrificing the IT team’s nights and weekends. Read on to learn more. Published by: Dell Compellent]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 06 May 2011 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  </channel> </rss>


