February 2009 - (Free Research) This paper makes the case for using predictive analytics to drive organic growth, and gives two different methods for measuring financial return.
February 2009 - (Free Research) This paper briefly defines text analytics, describes various approaches to text analytics, and then focuses on the natural language processing techniques used by SPSS Inc.'s text analytics solutions.
February 2009 - (Free Research) This IDC Buyer Case Study describes the adoption, deployment, and utilization of business analytics software at the cable operator Cablecom.
September 2009 - (Free Research) This white paper discusses the increased demand placed on financial services organizations to improve their straight-through processing (STP) levels across all business units.
September 2009 - (Free Research) Flexible software solutions that reduce costs while driving revenue expansion are welcome in any business climate. But when money is tight and markets are in a state flux, they are essential. Download this white paper for practical strategies on how to achieve this.
September 2009 - (Free Research) This paper gives tips on how CIOs and LOB executives can close the gap between them when it comes to an organization’s ability to most strategically utilize technology to optimally leverage the value and power of information for the success of the organization.
March 2009 - (Free Research) In November 2008, Sterling Commerce commissioned Forrester Consulting to investigate the value of a comprehensive integration solution (CIS) that encompasses the bulk of the enterprise’s integration needs. Forrester also conducted an online survey of key IT roles in selected geographical locations. This paper discusses the results of these studies.
September 2009 - (Free Research) Increasing cost controls and unpredictable cost increases are leading many enterprises to rethink how they support their business-to-business (B2B) operations. As a result, many enterprises are choosing to outsource B2B integration by partnering with a managed services provider.
February 2009 - (Free Research) This paper explains how, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) is first and foremost a strategy. This guide provides insight to help you take a more customer-centric view of your business.
December 2008 - (Free Research) This white paper examines the IT Infrastructure Library Version 3® (ITIL V3®) and the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).
October 2008 - (Free Research) Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 and other SharePoint technologies are excellent tools for a modern, web-based office environment. This white paper gives pointers on managing them.
June 2009 - (Free Research) IT executives are under intense pressure to cut costs, and that pressure is significantly increased by the current grim economic outlook. So, how can your organization weather this economic storm? Surprisingly, a variety of opportunities for IT are hidden within today's financial challenges. Learn how with the right approach, processes, and...
May 2009 - (Free Research) MasterCard International implemented Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) in January 2000 and required a document delivery solution capable of intelligently distributing high volumes of purchase orders each month. After a competitive evaluation, MasterCard determined AventX Oracle Connector was the only solution that could meet its needs.
July 2008 - (Free Research) Learn more about this integrated portfolio and client relationship management system: an end-to-end solution for accounting and reporting, client servicing and marketing.
September 2009 - (Free Research) Now in its eighth year of publication, The BI Survey by Nigel Pendse is an annual report based on the world's largest independent survey of Business Intelligence and Performance Management users.
April 2009 - (Free Research) Read this brief to learn the "Rules of the Road" that can help you cut costs, increase cash flow and become more responsive to changing market conditions. Each of these "rules" can be accomplished with the implementation of an IT system for manufacturing operations excellence, also known as a Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) system.
September 2009 - (Free Research) In this webcast featuring best-selling author, Len Silverston, learn how to implement universal patterns for data modeling to improve management flexibility. Gain insight into various modeling choices to meet your organization's needs. Discover how to improve quality and reduce management costs by re-using patterns.
January 2007 - (Free Research) Understand your data on a whole new level with visual analytics. Learn techniques and software that will help you interact with, visualize and navigate your data.
September 2009 - (Free Research) This podcast shares strategies for analyzing CRM data, finding lost revenue opportunities, improving sales forecasting and optimizing overall campaign effectiveness.
January 2006 - (Free Research) This paper explains business strategies, trends, and issues related to enterprise resource planning, financial management, operations management, and human capital management that drive the consideration of ESA.
January 2007 - (Free Research) Effective master data management can save time and money - even enable the capture of incremental revenues, it can also reduce costs while improving customer service.
June 2008 - (Free Research) Small and midsize companies that can successfully align IT with their business objectives will be the ones to stay ahead of the competition by having access to the right information at the right time, allowing for better, faster decisions.
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