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IBV Study: Capitalizing on the Power of the Smarter Consumer
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: Business survival in the age of the smart consumer means empowering your customers to shop how and when they want. In this white paper, find the results of a recent survey of more than 30,000 consumers and uncover the key trends shaping the world of retail.
Posted: 07 May 2013 | Published: 28 Feb 2011

IBM

How Successful Manufacturing ERP Selections Are Made: The Top Things to Look for, Look at, and Look beyond When Evaluating an ERP Purchase
sponsored by IQMS
WHITE PAPER: 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.
Posted: 24 Dec 2008 | Published: 24 Dec 2008

IQMS

In Dynamic Market, Consumer Goods Companies Rely on Manufacturing Operations Management Systems
sponsored by Apriso Corporation
WHITE PAPER: To succeed in today’s competitive marketplace, consumer goods manufacturers need to pay attention to several areas including operational excellence, compliance, and supply chain synchronization. Learn how today’s powerful and cost-effective solutions, such as Apriso’s MOM offering, can provide companies with benefits in each of these areas.
Posted: 13 Dec 2010 | Published: 13 Dec 2010

Apriso Corporation

Not Business as Usual. The Changing Channels in Consumer Electronics
sponsored by IBM Line of Business
WHITE PAPER: IBM explores how the impact of innovative business models for "how to sell" are now as important as the innovative products themselves - CE manufacturers need to skillfully manage their mix of sales channels for future success.
Posted: 29 Nov 2007 | Published: 01 Nov 2007

IBM Line of Business

Size DOES Matter - When Choosing the Right ERP Solution
sponsored by Xperia
WHITE PAPER: 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.
Posted: 02 Oct 2008 | Published: 30 May 2006

Xperia

Measuring the Business Impacts of Effective Data: Chapter One of a Three-Part Study
sponsored by Sybase, an SAP company
WHITE PAPER: This study of over 150 Fortune 1000 firms from every major industry or vertical explores issues associated with the lifeblood of today’s enterprises: data. The findings demonstrate the often dramatic impacts that even marginal investments in information technology can have when that technology addresses data quality, usability, and intelligence.
Posted: 02 Nov 2010 | Published: 02 Nov 2010

Sybase, an SAP company

Small Form Factor (SFF) SAS - Meeting the Demanding Requirements in Specific Markets
sponsored by Xtore
WHITE PAPER: SAS technology has been proven to be the most versatile storage solution in data transfer and high performance. Read this white paper to learn about a solution that renders the necessary performance needed for your client's expanding market requirements.
Posted: 22 Aug 2007 | Published: 01 Aug 2007

Xtore

Reverse Logistics Management-- An Effective Strategy for Revenue Maximization in CPG Industry
sponsored by Wipro
WHITE PAPER: This paper presents an overview and introduction to reverse logistics and how to manage reverse logistics in the CPG industry in an efficient manner.
Posted: 27 Jul 2009 | Published: 06 Apr 2009

Wipro

Manufacturing Industries
sponsored by Blue Yonder
PRODUCT OVERVIEW: For today’s retailers, manufacturers, and logistics providers, consistent supply chain optimization is critical to business success. But as transformation continues to get more complicated, how can organizations best fulfill customer demand from planning through delivery? Access this e-book to learn more.
Posted: 07 Jul 2023 | Published: 07 Jul 2023

TOPICS:  .NET
Blue Yonder

New tech on the block: Planning for blockchain in the retail and consumer packaged goods industries
sponsored by TechTarget ComputerWeekly.com
ESSENTIAL GUIDE: This research from Deloitte identifies the areas with the biggest immediate opportunity for retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG) businesses looking to invest in blockchain technology.
Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 30 May 2018

TechTarget ComputerWeekly.com

Cloud ERP Case Studies and Trends for Manufacturing Executives
sponsored by Infor
EGUIDE: Learn how four manufacturers were able to leverage their cloud investments to free up their IT departments and reduce costs. You'll also discover ways manufacturers can join the digital revolution, as well as four ERP trends that business leaders should watch out for.
Posted: 01 Nov 2016 | Published: 25 Oct 2016

Infor

E-Book: Lean Manufacturing and ERP: How to Leverage ERP to get Lean
sponsored by Infor WFM Workbrain
EBOOK: 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.
Posted: 15 Apr 2010 | Published: 15 Apr 2010

Infor WFM Workbrain

Manufacturing: Apps in Industry
sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Enterprise
WHITE PAPER: To compete in global markets, manufacturers must innovate and adapt to change. Succeed with HPE Application Services.
Posted: 31 Aug 2016 | Published: 31 Aug 2016

TOPICS:  IT Management
Hewlett-Packard Enterprise

How Industrial IoT is Transforming Manufacturing
sponsored by Bayshore Networks
EGUIDE: Data, data, data – with the advent of IoT, it's both one of the most promising and one of the most missed out on opportunities in the manufacturing industry today. In this e-guide, we explore the world of industrial IoT (IIoT) and how to leverage its massive data with analytics and machine learning.
Posted: 02 Jun 2017 | Published: 26 May 2017

Bayshore Networks

Legacy Software Modernization in the Manufacturing Industry
sponsored by Accesa
WHITE PAPER: The main aim of any software modernization project is to help companies create new business value. However, the best investment can be working with what you already have. This guide makes the case for legacy software modernization. Get the details here.
Posted: 03 Dec 2020 | Published: 03 Dec 2020

All resources sponsored by Accesa

Five Pitfalls of Application Package Selection
sponsored by Sage North America
WHITE PAPER: This paper presents some pitfalls that should be avoided in order to help you select this application package. If you avoid these pitfalls, you will obtain a package that will work for you for many years to come. Continue reading to learn more about the five pitfalls of application package selection.
Posted: 07 Oct 2010 | Published: 07 Oct 2010

Sage North America

Surviving the Perfect Storm in the Food Industry
sponsored by CDC Software - Ross Enterprise
WHITE PAPER: This paper presents an executive perspective on the underlying challenges in the food industry.
Posted: 14 Apr 2008 | Published: 01 Apr 2008

CDC Software - Ross Enterprise

Intelligent Industry: Manufacturing Edition
sponsored by AWS and Capgemini
WHITE PAPER: Businesses that are focusing on digital technology will be the ones that see success in the next generation where digital will be embedded in everything. There is no time for long, drawn out transformations anymore. Today, companies are forced to figure it out quickly. Read on to learn more about the future of intelligent industry and be prepared.
Posted: 24 Sep 2022 | Published: 24 Sep 2022

TOPICS:  .NET
AWS and Capgemini

Industry X Changes Everything for Manufacturing
sponsored by Avanade
WHITE PAPER: Manufacturers, are you familiar with Industry X? For a comprehensive introduction to the digital-transformation strategy that can supercharge how products and services are manufactured, tap into this white paper.
Posted: 27 Feb 2024 | Published: 27 Feb 2024

TOPICS:  .NET
Avanade

Requirements Engineering for the Aerospace and Defense Industry
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: A requirements engineering approach can help product and systems development organizations work in harmony. Read this white paper for an exploration of requirements engineering and its important role in product development.
Posted: 12 Apr 2010 | Published: 22 Jun 2009

IBM

ERP and Digital Transformation: Data For All
sponsored by Capriza
EGUIDE: Digital transformation has reached the manufacturing sector. New, cloud-based ERP systems that can easily capture and measure data are replacing old systems that are unable to integrate with the cloud. Read this expert guide to learn other ERP trends, along with problems ERP vendors still need to address.
Posted: 09 Jul 2018 | Published: 05 Jul 2018

Capriza

Sage ERP X3 provides clean solution for Avmor Ltd.
sponsored by Sage North America
CASE STUDY: This paper explains how Avmor requires sophisticated tools to manage its complex operations, and after careful searching they found Sage ERP X3 to be the tool of choice. Continue reading to learn how Avmor almost immediately started enjoying the benefits of SAGE ERP X3.
Posted: 08 Oct 2010 | Published: 08 Oct 2010

Sage North America

SingTel IP VPN Manufacturing Industry
sponsored by Do Not Use - Singapore Telecommunications Ltd
WHITE PAPER: IP VPN technology is a viable solution for manufacturing companies seeking to weave their operations into the rapidly changing industry. It has unleashed a new era of IT infrastructure and this white paper provides the details.
Posted: 30 May 2008 | Published: 01 Nov 2007

Do Not Use - Singapore Telecommunications Ltd

Benefits of Predictive Analytics for the Manufacturing Industry
sponsored by IBM
EGUIDE: The manufacturing industry has not yet taken full advantage of the ways predictive analytics can improve the supply chain. This expert e-guide dives into the benefits that manufacturers can experience with predictive analytics, especially when used in combination with sensor data from the Internet of Things.
Posted: 11 May 2016 | Published: 06 May 2016

IBM

The UK manufacturing sector needs a digital upgrade
sponsored by TechTarget ComputerWeekly.com
EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, the UK manufacturing sector is lagging behind on digital technology – we examine the challenges for the industry in becoming a global leader. Our buyer's guide looks at enterprise social media and collaboration tools. And we find out how data science is helping to boost cyber security strategies. Read the issue now.
Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 02 Jul 2019

TechTarget ComputerWeekly.com

Top 10 Steps to Easier ERP Implementations
sponsored by Exact Software
WHITE PAPER: This white paper provides 10 steps to a seamless and profit-focused enterprise resource planning (ERP) system implementation for small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) like yours.
Posted: 26 Jan 2012 | Published: 26 Jan 2012

Exact Software

Workforce Management Software Best Practices
sponsored by Infor WFM Workbrain
EGUIDE: Workforce management (WFM) helps manufacturers improve operational efficiency and enable them to establish control over their enterprise. This e-guide offers an expert definition of WFM software and divulges best practice tips for deployment.
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 | Published: 07 Feb 2012

Infor WFM Workbrain

Making the Business Case for Two-Tier ERP
sponsored by Epicor Software Corporation
EBOOK: This expert e-book will help manufacturers analyze the costs and benefits of two-tier enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. Inside, learn why two-tier ERP is on the rise, find best practices for sticking with a legacy ERP system, and more.
Posted: 17 Apr 2013 | Published: 31 Dec 2012

Epicor Software Corporation

The Essential Features of Cloud ERP
sponsored by VAI, Vormittag Associates, Inc.
EGUIDE: Access this e-guide to discover what sets cloud/SaaS ERP apart from traditional, on-premise ERP deployments. Also learn about manufacturers who have successfully embraced the cloud for their ERP needs, and the special considerations process manufacturers should have before adopting ERP software.
Posted: 06 Jul 2016 | Published: 29 Jun 2016

VAI, Vormittag Associates, Inc.

Requirements Engineering for the Automotive Industry
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: This white paper explores requirements engineering and its groundbreaking role in product development and engineering for the industrial segment. It discusses the best practices and benefits of requirements engineering, and how automotive manufacturers can overcome today's quality and cost challenges using those best practices.
Posted: 13 May 2009 | Published: 31 Mar 2009

IBM

Manufacturing: Welcome to Industry 4.0
sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Enterprise
WHITE PAPER: See how new technologies, like IoT, use data to deliver dynamic services, reduce costs and improve customer experiences.
Posted: 31 Aug 2016 | Published: 31 Aug 2016

TOPICS:  IT Management
Hewlett-Packard Enterprise

Five Challenges for Managers of Mid-Sized Manufacturing Companies
sponsored by Syspro
WHITE PAPER: This resource counts down five challenges that today's midsized manufacturers face, and lays out possible actions you can take to resolve these difficulties and find success.
Posted: 07 Apr 2014 | Published: 31 Dec 2012

Syspro