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Abstract:
General enterprise resource planning (ERP) providers, even those which are viable companies with a solid product, typically
do not meet the tricky requirements that are vital to the plastics industry and related so-called mill or material converter
businesses. (...)
Excerpt related to
business systems applications for plastics production:
General enterprise resource planning (ERP) providers, even those which are viable companies with a solid product, typically
do not meet the tricky...
Published:
2006-09-05
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Abstract:
Part of Made2Manage Systems acquisition strategy includes taking on a more global presence through acquisition of non-US
companies that offer software, services, and support, particularly companies that sell direct into non-US countries, although
not limited to that. Its growth strategy states that it pl (...)
Excerpt related to
business systems applications for plastics production:
Part of Made2Manage Systems acquisition strategy includes taking on a more global presence through acquisition of non-US companies
that offer soft...
Published:
2005-02-24
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Abstract:
Strategic Systems International (SSI) needs no special introduction to British process industries (such as consumer products
manufacturers and whisky distillers), but it largely remains a well-kept secret elsewhere. (...)
Excerpt related to
business systems applications for plastics production:
Strategic Systems International (SSI) needs no special introduction to British process industries (such as consumer products
manufacturers and whi...
Published:
2006-07-24
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Abstract:
Made2Manage Systems pledges not to build technology for the sake of technology. Instead, the company plans to focus in on
the true needs of its customers and those of the prospective buyers in the target market, while applying forward-looking technology
enhancements that protect its customers’ investme (...)
Excerpt related to
business systems applications for plastics production:
Made2Manage Systems pledges not to build technology for the sake of technology. Instead, the company plans to focus in on
the true needs of its cu...
Published:
2005-02-25
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Abstract:
CMS Software (now known as Solarsoft Business Systems) may not be a huge global player, but its enterprise resource planning
solutions address a wide spectrum of supply chain management requirements, including customizable electronic data interchange
functions, warehousing, distribution, and traceability (...)
Excerpt related to
business systems applications for plastics production:
CMS Software (now known as Solarsoft Business Systems) may not be a huge global player, but its enterprise resource planning
solutions address a w...
Published:
2007-12-03
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Abstract:
ROI System is definitely a "user's vendor" that should raise the bar for customer care best practices amongst its competitors. (...)
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business systems applications for plastics production:
ROI System is definitely a "user's vendor" that should raise the bar for customer care best practices amongst
its competitors.
Published:
2003-06-04
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Abstract:
Made2Manage focused on enriching the software ownership experience for its customers--to the point where they sometimes even
volunteer to influence prospective buyers. (...)
Excerpt related to
business systems applications for plastics production:
Made2Manage focused on enriching the software ownership experience for its customers--to the point where they sometimes even
volunteer to influenc...
Published:
2005-02-23
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Abstract:
Made2Manage focused on enriching the software ownership experience for its customers--to the point where they sometimes even
volunteer to influence prospective buyers. (...)
Excerpt related to
business systems applications for plastics production:
Made2Manage focused on enriching the software ownership experience for its customers--to the point where they sometimes even
volunteer to influenc...
Published:
2005-02-23
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Abstract:
A common need of plastics producers is real-time shop floor production monitoring. This serves many purposes, including tracking
cycles on tools or machines, data collection, precision measurement, analysis and reporting, gage management, and material
usage and labor tracking. (...)
Excerpt related to
business systems applications for plastics production:
A common need of plastics producers is real-time shop floor production monitoring. This serves many purposes, including tracking
cycles on tools o...
Published:
2006-09-07
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Abstract:
The recent merger of enterprise resource planning vendors CMS Software (now known as Solarsoft Business Systems) and XKO
Software presents some challenges. Although little overlap exists between the companies’ product lines, customers should verify
that pre-merger support and service contracts are hono (...)
Excerpt related to
business systems applications for plastics production:
The recent merger of enterprise resource planning vendors CMS Software (now known as Solarsoft Business Systems) and XKO Software
presents some ch...
Published:
2007-12-04
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Abstract:
Part of Made2Manage Systems acquisition strategy includes taking on a more global presence through acquisition of non-US
companies that offer software, services, and support, particularly companies that sell direct into non-US countries, although
not limited to that. Its growth strategy states that it pl (...)
Excerpt related to
business systems applications for plastics production:
Part of Made2Manage Systems acquisition strategy includes taking on a more global presence through acquisition of non-US companies
that offer soft...
Published:
2005-02-24
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Abstract:
Part of Made2Manage Systems acquisition strategy includes taking on a more global presence through acquisition of non-US
companies that offer software, services, and support, particularly companies that sell direct into non-US countries, although
not limited to that. Its growth strategy states that it pl (...)
Excerpt related to
business systems applications for plastics production:
Part of Made2Manage Systems acquisition strategy includes taking on a more global presence through acquisition of non-US companies
that offer soft...
Published:
2005-02-24
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Excerpt related to
business systems applications for plastics production:
... when “alien” third-party applications are involved. ... appreciate
a strategic business application that ... system (HRMS), manufacturing systems,
and other ...
Published:
2009-04-15
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Abstract:
Process manufacturing’s daunting mix of constraints has kept many software vendors away. Privately held Formation Systems
takes up the challenge with Optiva, a suite targeted at cost-saving opportunities in the product development cycle. (...)
Excerpt related to
business systems applications for plastics production:
Process manufacturing’s daunting mix of constraints has kept many software vendors away. Privately held Formation Systems
takes up the challenge ...
Published:
2001-04-23
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Abstract:
Expanding incrementally, with goals that are carefully balanced with providing excellent customer support, close attention
to the bottom line, and leveraging a tried-and-true business model, partnerships and technologies has been ROI Systems' formula
of success. It is now in a position to move forward wi (...)
Excerpt related to
business systems applications for plastics production:
... perceived complexity of enterprise applications, still need to ...
from evaluating ROI Systems product offering ... finance, sales, service, business
intelligence, and ...
Published:
2002-04-04
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Abstract:
Made2Manage Systems pledges not to build technology for the sake of technology. Instead, the company plans to focus in on
the true needs of its customers and those of the prospective buyers in the target market, while applying forward-looking technology
enhancements that protect its customers’ investme (...)
Excerpt related to
business systems applications for plastics production:
Made2Manage Systems pledges not to build technology for the sake of technology. Instead, the company plans to focus in on
the true needs of its cu...
Published:
2005-02-25
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Abstract:
Although not necessarily unique to Made2Manage Systems, the strategy of taking a deep breath and reflecting upon how to proactively
better serve existing customers, and building upon that with a combined organic growth and growth via acquisitions, seems
to be a recipe for success these days. (...)
Excerpt related to
business systems applications for plastics production:
Although not necessarily unique to Made2Manage Systems, the strategy of taking a deep breath and reflecting upon how to proactively
better serve e...
Published:
2005-02-26
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Abstract:
Although not necessarily unique to Made2Manage Systems, the strategy of taking a deep breath and reflecting upon how to proactively
better serve existing customers, and building upon that with a combined organic growth and growth via acquisitions, seems
to be a recipe for success these days. (...)
Excerpt related to
business systems applications for plastics production:
Although not necessarily unique to Made2Manage Systems, the strategy of taking a deep breath and reflecting upon how to proactively
better serve e...
Published:
2005-02-26
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Abstract:
Infor cites continued organic growth, license revenue from new customers, and install base cross-selling and up-selling as
key growth drivers for the group. The acquisition of Formation Systems and Geac can only fuel Infor growth. (...)
Excerpt related to
business systems applications for plastics production:
Infor cites continued organic growth, license revenue from new customers, and install base cross-selling and up-selling as
key growth drivers for ...
Published:
2006-05-01
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Abstract:
Mills are factories where value is added to raw material by processing it into a form suitable either for further manufacturing,
or for immediate end-use. However, general enterprise resource planning software typically does not meet the requirements
of these industries. (...)
Excerpt related to
business systems applications for plastics production:
Mills are factories where value is added to raw material by processing it into a form suitable either for further manufacturing,
or for immediate ...
Published:
2006-09-12