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Proposal writing has become a common requirement throughout the entire business world. And for many sales people, they are
a necessary evil. If you're thinking about automating your proposal process, there are ten critical success keys to a successful
implementation. (...)
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Proposal writing has become a common requirement throughout the entire business world. And for many sales people, they are
a necessary evil. If yo...
Published:
2006-09-25
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Abstract:
The physical, e and wireless world continues to grow! The e channel for shoppers continues to grow, with so many nay-sayers
and doubters. You'd think this issue would die, with more and more shoppers buying from far flung vendors: Boston to the Nanga
Tribes for buying original crafts; Dallas to Huangshan (...)
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The physical, e and wireless world continues to grow! The e channel for shoppers continues to grow, with so many nay-sayers
and doubters. You'd th...
Published:
2005-03-18
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Abstract:
Jamcracker, an ASP providing business services for HR management, expense management and sales force automation solutions
has announced a new program to increase sales. Jamcracker’s Channel Program offers sales and implementation training to its
new channel partners. (...)
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Jamcracker, an ASP providing business services for HR management, expense management and sales force automation solutions
has announced a new prog...
Published:
2000-08-09
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Abstract:
Oracle will not rest until it comes close (or even overtakes) Siebel in the CRM market. Its latest gimmick from its bag of
tricks was the recent launch of the OracleSalesOnline.com system, which allows businesses to use Oracle's SFA software for
free. However, any additional CRM components users might ne (...)
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Oracle will not rest until it comes close (or even overtakes) Siebel in the CRM market. Its latest gimmick from its bag of
tricks was the recent l...
Published:
2000-10-06
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Abstract:
Two recent moves by Lawson Software have stunned the market: 1) it discontinued its in-house CRM development in favor for
partnering with Siebel Systems, and 2) it announced the intention to deliver its product also via 3rd-party Application Service
Providers (ASPs). We express our views in this regard. (...)
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Two recent moves by Lawson Software have stunned the market: 1) it discontinued its in-house CRM development in favor for
partnering with Siebel S...
Published:
2000-05-18
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Abstract:
Unica's possibly unique set of broad and astute functional footprint and geographic coverage, easily-deployable product with
proven quick payback may prove the fact that the marketing automation point providers with a differentiating value proposition
and with immaculate execution may prevail the onslaug (...)
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Unica's possibly unique set of broad and astute functional footprint and geographic coverage, easily-deployable product
with proven quick payback ...
Published:
2003-06-28
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Abstract:
Deltek's founders have managed the company with great success by expanding client focus into the commercial sector during
the late 1980s. In 1991, Deltek began to configure its software for larger customers. Since 2001, a key growth strategy for
Deltek has been providing additional front-office software (...)
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Deltek's founders have managed the company with great success by expanding client focus into the commercial sector during
the late 1980s. In 1991,...
Published:
2004-01-09
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Abstract:
ROI (return on investment) has taken on new importance in examining business initiatives and programs that often involve
deployment of enterprise software and information technology. In some cases, "Show me the ROI" has become a smokescreen for
"Let's wait and see" or, "Go away. Don't bother me." (...)
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... relationship management (CRM) and sales automation software, "don
... more effective and their sales activity more ... or even hire a specialized
consulting firm like ...
Published:
2004-04-13
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Abstract:
ROI (return on investment) has taken on new importance in examining business initiatives and programs that often involve
deployment of enterprise software and information technology. In some cases, "Show me the ROI" has become a smokescreen for
"Let's wait and see" or, "Go away. Don't bother me." (...)
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sales force automation research for it consulting:
... relationship management (CRM) and sales automation software, "don
... more effective and their sales activity more ... or even hire a specialized
consulting firm like ...
Published:
2004-04-13
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Abstract:
Although SAP’s recently announced tamed results for Q1 2002, which fit within the current market milieu, may add to some
challenges moving forward, particularly seen from sharply reduced license revenue, and while some may question SAP’s justification
of assimilating its two former subsidiaries, SAP (...)
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Although SAP’s recently announced tamed results for Q1 2002, which fit within the current market milieu, may add to some challenges
moving forward...
Published:
2002-06-06
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Abstract:
IT Sales Lead Generation. Download Free IT Report on the IT Sales Lead Generation. The sales lead generation process for technology
companies is very different from lead generation in other industries. Technology sector needs are more precise, and the target
market is almost exclusively business-to-busine (...)
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IT Sales Lead Generation. Download Free IT Report on the IT Sales Lead Generation. The sales lead generation process for technology
companies is ve...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Intentia remains solid, with a broad product portfolio footprint and a slight increase in revenue, despite vacillating financial
results. The company still needs to do a much better marketing job to achieve stronger global brand recognition well beyond
its esoteric industries/geographies stronghold pocke (...)
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Intentia remains solid, with a broad product portfolio footprint and a slight increase in revenue, despite vacillating financial
results. The comp...
Published:
2002-07-15
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Abstract:
By extending its traditional focus on project-based businesses into the closely related areas of PSA and CRM (i.e., the so-called
"Project-PLUS" marketing spin), Deltek remains well-entrenched in the territory that many companies aspire to control, but
have yet to penetrate. (...)
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By extending its traditional focus on project-based businesses into the closely related areas of PSA and CRM (ie, the so-called
"Project-PLUS" m...
Published:
2004-01-07
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Abstract:
Although SAP’s recently announced tamed results for Q1 2002, which fit within the current market milieu, may add to some
challenges moving forward, particularly seen from sharply reduced license revenue, and while some may question SAP’s justification
of assimilating its two former subsidiaries, SAP (...)
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sales force automation research for it consulting:
Although SAP’s recently announced tamed results for Q1 2002, which fit within the current market milieu, may add to some challenges
moving forward...
Published:
2002-06-06
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Abstract:
The former die-hard IBM AS/400-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) supplier to mid-market manufacturing companies, MAPICS,
seems to have found its soul after the recent acquisition of its former competitor Frontstep and Frontstep's extended-ERP
product line on a Microsoft .NET-based technology platf (...)
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... has been discussed at great length (See The Many Faces of PLM), but, in a nutshell, it is the foundation
that supports the management and automation of product ...
Published:
2004-07-20
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Abstract:
The market for enterprise incentive management (EIM) products is in its early stages and is rapidly evolving. Callidus Software
is the EIM vendor of choice for some of the largest companies in the world. (...)
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The market for enterprise incentive management (EIM) products is in its early stages and is rapidly evolving. Callidus Software
is the EIM vendor ...
Published:
2006-12-11
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Abstract:
Deciding that acquisition is the better part of valor, Numetrix cancelled its IPO to combine fortunes with ERP vendor J.
D. Edwards & Company. Though technologically adept in the areas of supply chain planning and optimization, Numetrix has lacked
a successful marketing strategy, a primary factor in its (...)
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Deciding that acquisition is the better part of valor, Numetrix cancelled its IPO to combine fortunes with ERP vendor JD Edwards
& Company. Tho...
Published:
1999-09-01
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Once the toast of Wall Street, Remedy has redefined its business. With products in CRM, service management and e-procurement
(and others), and propelled by something unusual – profits – the company is hoping to regain its former luster. (...)
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Once the toast of Wall Street, Remedy has redefined its business. With products in CRM, service management and e-procurement
(and others), and pro...
Published:
2000-05-17
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Abstract:
Software-as-a-service solutions often cannot provide that final twenty percent or so that differentiates a company from its
competitors. Of major concern is whether off-premise applications can support complex, global organizations on a constant
basis and on strict service level agreements. (...)
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Software-as-a-service solutions often cannot provide that final twenty percent or so that differentiates a company from its
competitors. Of major ...
Published:
2007-01-12
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Abstract:
A proof of concept (POC) should be completed as part of the selection process when the risk of project failure is comparatively
high. Risk can be measured by two key variables. These variables are complexity of requirements and level of expertise of
the selection/implementation team. The more complex the (...)
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A proof of concept (POC) should be completed as part of the selection process when the risk of project failure is comparatively
high. Risk can be ...
Published:
2004-07-13