Competition Reports

Global Connectivity Index 2016
sponsored by TechTarget ComputerWeekly.com
RESEARCH CONTENT: The Global Connectivity Index (GCI) 2016 from Huawei measures the progress of 50 nations in investing in and deploying Information and Communications Technology (ICT) to achieve economic digitisation
Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 28 Sep 2016

TechTarget ComputerWeekly.com

Buffalo Studios Maximizes Data Value to Build Competitive Edge in Social Gaming
sponsored by Talend
CASE STUDY: Find out how one organization maximizes big data value to build a competitive advantage within their industry.
Posted: 03 Jul 2014 | Published: 03 Jul 2014

Talend

SaaS study: How competitive companies reduce TCO
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: SaaS is much more than a cost-savings tool. Organizations are using the cloud to help them achieve a much broader and strategic goal – unlocking competitive advantage through stronger collaboration, analytics and improving the customer experience.
Posted: 18 Apr 2014 | Published: 31 Jan 2014

IBM

E-Guide: CIOs weigh in on virtualization and big data
sponsored by DellEMC and Intel®
EGUIDE: CIOs are buzzing about virtualization technologies and tools for big data analysis due to benefits in areas such as productivity, business agility and customer service. Inside this exclusive e-guide, learn how your company can take advantage of both virtualization and big data analysis for a clear competitive advantage.
Posted: 30 Nov 2011 | Published: 30 Nov 2011

DellEMC and Intel®

ORC International Database Manageability and Productivity Cost Comparison Study: Oracle Database 11g Release 2 vs. IBM DB2 Enterprise 9.7
sponsored by Oracle Corporation
ANALYST REPORT: Conducted by the research firm ORC International, this study found that performing common database management tasks for Oracle Database 11g R2 took less time and fewer resources than performing the same tasks for DB2 Enterprise 9.7. Although funded by Oracle, the study was independently conducted by ORC.
Posted: 06 Sep 2011 | Published: 06 Sep 2011

Oracle Corporation

Top 10 reasons why HP software customers are moving to IBM
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: Take a moment to see how many of these top 10 benefits you’re realizing with your HP Software solutions. And then remember: With IBM, you can achieve them all.
Posted: 02 Sep 2011 | Published: 02 Sep 2011

IBM

WebSphere Application Server v7 vs. Oracle WebLogic 11g
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: This document briefly covers key differences between IBM® WebSphere® Application Server and Oracle WebLogic Server. While both products are of high quality and will perform well even in demanding mission-critical environments, there are still some differences in their efficiency and resulting total cost of ownership.
Posted: 02 Sep 2011 | Published: 02 Sep 2011

IBM

IBM DB2 Webcast Series for Oracle Professionals
sponsored by IBM
WEBCAST: Due to PL/SQL and a range of other compatibilty features, Oracle applications are much more easily enabled for DB2.  Use this short webcast to get level-set on terms.  Part of a series, this short webcast replay is an overview of DB2 terms and terminology for those most familiar with the Oracle environment.
Posted: 30 Aug 2011 | Premiered: Aug 30, 2011

IBM

Comparing DBA Productivity: An Oracle/DB2 Task Complexity Analysis
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: Comparing DBA Productivity: An Oracle / DB2 Task Complexity Analysis - A must read, this study dives into six  common DBA administration task areas, showing quantitatively that DB2 offers simpler administration  and helps achieve time savings as compared to Oracle Database.
Posted: 30 Aug 2011 | Published: 30 Aug 2011

IBM

IBM Migration Toolkit for DB2
sponsored by IBM
SOFTWARE DOWNLOAD: IBM Migration Toolkit for DB2 - The IBM Migration Toolkit is an easy-to-use tool that allows you to migrate your data from a wide variety of source databases to either DB2 or Informix, regardless of platform. This website has many resources to get you started including a demo, articles and toolkit downloads.
Posted: 30 Aug 2011 | Premiered: 30 Aug 2011

IBM

IBM DB2 9.7: Run Oracle applications on DB2 9.7 for Linux, UNIX, and Windows
sponsored by IBM
RESOURCE CENTER: Leverage the IBM DB2 product’s out-of-the-box support for SQL and PL/SQL to enable many Oracle applications to execute against DB2 software virtually unchanged. Get an overview of its PL/SQL compatibility features. Whether you want to switch to DB2 or extend your DBMS vendor support, now is your time.
Posted: 30 Aug 2011 | Published: 30 Aug 2011

IBM

Streamlined corporate payment systems: Increase flexibility, save time and money
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: This white paper explores how business process management (BPM) can be used to streamline corporate payment operations for increased customer satisfaction and significantly reduced operational costs.
Posted: 12 Aug 2011 | Published: 12 Aug 2011

IBM

Myth Busted: Affordable, Easy to Manage Virtualization with High-Availability is a Reality
sponsored by Stratus Technologies
WHITE PAPER: SMBs want to take advantage of the benefits of virtualization but it can be costly to manage if they do not have the required skills in-house. Dan Kusnetzky takes a deep look at all of the benefits as well as the issues these businesses are facing, including the requirement to use automated systems, reducing complexity and maintaining availability.
Posted: 11 Aug 2011 | Published: 11 Aug 2011

Stratus Technologies

Smarter Lending: Returns come quickly when you increase agility, make better decisions and delight customers
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: This white paper explores the challenges modern financial institutions face when seeking to implement a smart lending strategy. Inside, learn about the unique methods and approaches available to help overcome these hurdles.
Posted: 10 Aug 2011 | Published: 10 Aug 2011

IBM

Business Analytics and the Path to Better Decisions
sponsored by SAP America, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This white paper considers the use of of prebuilt analytic applications for achieving improved decision making across many functions in an organization.
Posted: 19 Jul 2011 | Published: 19 Jul 2011

SAP America, Inc.

A midmarket guide to leveraging data as an asset with business intelligence and analytics
sponsored by SAP America, Inc.
EBOOK: Business intelligence (BI) tools have long enabled large corporations to uncover insights into business patterns and trends. Despite these benefits, many small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) have yet to use BI, primarily due to concerns about the complexity and cost.  Learn how SMBs can also take advantage of BI and gain a competitive edge.
Posted: 05 Jul 2011 | Published: 05 Jul 2011

SAP America, Inc.

Global Business: Choosing the Right ERP Strategy
sponsored by Epicor Software Corporation
WHITE PAPER: Although enterprise resource planning (ERP) is an important tool for boosting operational efficiency and cost savings, it also offers manufacturers a leg-up in their globalization efforts. Read this white paper to see how critical ERP can be to global business, and how to choose the best solution to support this imperative.
Posted: 29 Apr 2011 | Published: 29 Apr 2011

Epicor Software Corporation

The Impact of Business Analytics on Performance and Profitability
sponsored by SAS
WHITE PAPER: Let it be stated plainly: Business analytics are the key to achieving these challenging objectives. Our world generated more data in 2009 than in the previous recorded history of mankind. A good deal of this data can be converted into useful information and competitive advantage – by applying the right analytics.
Posted: 30 Jul 2010 | Published: 30 Jul 2010

SAS

Embracing the Cloud: Top Seven Imperatives for an Organization
sponsored by Wipro
WHITE PAPER: This paper analyzes the impact of the cloud on the IT Ecosystem and provides answers to what an organization needs to do in embracing a right cloud strategy.
Posted: 12 Jun 2009 | Published: 01 Mar 2009

Wipro

The Next Generation of CRM - Engaging with the Empowered Customer in Turbulent Times
sponsored by SAP America, Inc.
PODCAST: In this Podcast, Dr. Volker Hildebrand, VP CRM Product Management, SAP, will discuss these significant trends and outline SAP's approach to a new generation of CRM that will help companies not only survive the current economy but emerge as a leader in the long run.
Posted: 14 Apr 2009 | Premiered: Apr 14, 2009

SAP America, Inc.

The Next Generation of CRM - Engaging with the Empowered Customer in Turbulent Times
sponsored by SAP America, Inc.
WEBCAST: This Webcast and complimentary Podcast explores today's consumer trends and new customer strategies that will help companies not only survive the current economy but emerge as a leader in the long run.
Posted: 13 Mar 2009 | Premiered: Mar 31, 2009, 12:00 EDT (16:00 GMT)

SAP America, Inc.

HRO Innovation: Building Blocks to Derive Full Value
sponsored by SAP America, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: In this report, BusinessWeek Research Services (BWRS) launched a research program to determine the views of C-level managers—at large companies on how to improve the value derived from human resources outsourcing.
Posted: 18 Sep 2008 | Published: 18 Sep 2008

SAP America, Inc.

Peace of Mind for the Life of Your Business
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: In today's rapidly changing marketplace, small businesses are facing new challenges and competitive pressures. Read this whitepaper to learn how to choose the right vendor to build the solutions that your business needs.
Posted: 28 Aug 2008 | Published: 28 Aug 2008

Cisco Systems, Inc.

Becoming Value-driven: Focusing on What Matters Most
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: This white paper provides insight into the six key areas essential for becoming a value-driven organization. Discover how to gain the visibility and control essential to meet and exceed customer needs.
Posted: 20 Aug 2008 | Published: 20 Aug 2008

IBM

IT Optimization as a Source of Sustainable Competitive Advantage
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: This white paper highlights the costs of IT asset proliferation and the advantages of the IBM view of IT optimization as a strategic, ongoing process.
Posted: 14 May 2008 | Published: 01 Oct 2007

IBM