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A better focus: Adobe technology brings new life to BI dashboards

Business intelligence (BI) software supplier Information Builders is harnessing Adobe Flex technology to create an environment that allows for incorporating animation and other interactive features into BI dashboards. Read more

A strategic difference: Survey says supply chain management is a critical function

A majority of manufacturing companies consider supply chain management to be an essential component of their business strategies. In fact, 56 percent of companies regard supply chain management as either a market strategy differentiator, a customer service differentiator, or a profit center. Read more

Wireless upgrade: Lighting manufacturer gets better throughput, reliability with "cooperative" WLAN

Acuity Brands Lighting, one of the world's largest lighting manufacturers, is using cooperative control wireless LAN equipment from Aerohive Networks to replace an existing network of autonomous access points. The new wireless network supports mission-critical applications, including the company's ERP system, and comprises hundreds of wireless LAN access points distributed among 24 geographically dispersed facilities. Read more

Versatile RFID: Real-time locating system powers multiple applications; delivers fast ROI

Expanded use of active RFID, real-time locating system (RTLS) technology has helped luxury automaker Land Rover automate processing of more than 150,000 new vehicles annually. Read more

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