Feature Article

Deeper shade of green: ILOG expands SC network optimization to address new global realities

Supply chain management processes gain in complexity as new economic and social issues that affect the markets take priority. ILOG says enhancements to its LogicTools suite result in a more comprehensive view of the tradeoffs between logistics and inventory sourcing within networks, and handle the high level of complexity essential to profitable supply chain configuration and management.
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Demand-driven: IQMS forms automation group to advance Lean manufacturing

The enterprise systems vendor recently formed a new Automation Group to expand the interface capabilities of its EnterpriseIQ ERP system with manufacturing equipment on the shop floor.
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IT strategies: Finding the right ERP system

Purchasing an ERP system represents a substantial investment—and one of the most important decisions a company can make—so selecting the right system is crucial. The key elements of a successful selection process are knowledge of your business processes, a clear idea of what you want to achieve and an understanding of what ERP systems and suppliers are offering.
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Under the hood: Transplace offers fuel conservation tip list for energy-efficient shipping/receiving

Via research conducted with its carrier alliance partners, transportation management services supplier Transplace offers a handy list of fuel conservation tips to help both carriers and OTRs endure rising fuel prices.
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Research

TEC Report: How Does Your ERP System Architecture Address Change?

In today's competitive market, businesses are living in a constant state of change—especially in the services sector, which has to contend with a more fluid "people resource" factor. Yet most installed ERP solutions are falling short. Why are nearly half of all businesses essentially blowing their annual ERP budgets to support change? And what are software vendors doing about it?
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