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Abstract:
Major vendors are noting the growing demand for software as a service. However, smaller providers are forging new ground
by offering services for inventory and collaborative planning. (...)
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customer management service software:
Major vendors are noting the growing demand for software as a service. However, smaller providers are forging new ground by
offering services for ...
Published:
2006-03-16
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Abstract:
Applications are more often outsourced than infrastructure, and this is increasingly done through software as a service (SaaS).
Vendors such as WebEx, Webcom, MCA Solutions, and Ariba are delivering applications as SaaS. (...)
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customer management service software:
Applications are more often outsourced than infrastructure, and this is increasingly done through software as a service (SaaS).
Vendors such as We...
Published:
2006-03-17
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The customer relationship management (CRM) market is changing. Over half the market is served by small vendors. Fully integrated
business suites like NetSuite standalone solutions like salesforce.com, are heeding the demand for software as a service,
but they are approaching the market with very differen (...)
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customer management service software:
The customer relationship management (CRM) market is changing. Over half the market is served by small vendors. Fully integrated
business suites l...
Published:
2005-12-06
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The business case for integrating call center service resolution management into customer relationship management is becoming
increasingly obvious, as companies need to rely more on inbound (customer-generated) calls than on outbound telemarketing
efforts. (...)
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customer management service software:
The business case for integrating call center service resolution management into customer relationship management is becoming
increasingly obvious...
Published:
2007-12-07
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Abstract:
Customer relationship management (CRM) can be a tool for positive change in businesses' operations. Or CRM can—unintentionally—cause
a host of problems, from lost employee time to lost customer data. But with the right information, implementing CRM allows
evolution without the upset of revolution. (...)
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customer management service software:
Customer relationship management (CRM) can be a tool for positive change in businesses' operations. Or CRM can—unintentionally—cause
a host of pro...
Published:
2007-09-24
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Abstract:
Because the technology has become easier to implement, use, and maintain, many of the challenges to achieving the benefits
that supply chain management software applications can provide have been removed. (...)
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customer management service software:
Because the technology has become easier to implement, use, and maintain, many of the challenges to achieving the benefits
that supply chain manag...
Published:
2001-09-14
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Abstract:
Software-as-a-service solutions are emerging to address almost every business application need considered "mission critical"
including financials and accounting, asset management, and human capital management applications to supply chain management
and channel management solutions. (...)
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customer management service software:
Software-as-a-service solutions are emerging to address almost every business application need considered "mission critical"
including financials ...
Published:
2007-01-15
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Abstract:
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) addresses the full lifecycle of a product. The focus of most of the current PLM solutions,
however, does not make the most of the value available from servicing products after they have been sold. Service Lifecycle
Management (SLM) promises valuable business benefits (...)
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customer management service software:
... Trusted advisor status can lead to increased customer loyalty and also ...
that offer products that support SLM, or Service Process Management (SPM) as ...
Published:
2003-06-11
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Abstract:
Businesses today need to demonstrate their value to customers by making information that is relevant to them accessible.
Hence the need for knowledge management software, which helps companies segment and then distribute the information their
customers want to know. (...)
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customer management service software:
Businesses today need to demonstrate their value to customers by making information that is relevant to them accessible. Hence
the need for knowle...
Published:
2007-12-12
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Abstract:
Integrated customer relationship management and call center solutions (sometimes referred to as service resolution management)
have, despite initial glitches, reportedly helped some service companies realize remarkable returns on investment in addition
to improved customer satisfaction rates. (...)
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customer management service software:
Integrated customer relationship management and call center solutions (sometimes referred to as service resolution management)
have, despite initi...
Published:
2009-09-04
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Abstract:
Although the promise of reduced implementation risk and time, lower upfront costs, etc. justify the hosting/ASP model, this
brings an entire new set of issues for mid-market organizations to consider when seeking a vendor company using such an approach. (...)
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customer management service software:
Although the promise of reduced implementation risk and time, lower upfront costs, etc. justify the hosting/ASP model, this
brings an entire new s...
Published:
2005-04-02
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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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customer management service software:
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:
This paper examines the steel service center segment of the wholesale distribution industry as a case in point of the challenges
facing distributors and the relief offered through supply chain software. (...)
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customer management service software:
This paper examines the steel service center segment of the wholesale distribution industry as a case in point of the challenges
facing distributo...
Published:
2001-09-08
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Abstract:
The dot-com revolution has left few impressions as significant as the hosted software phenomenon. In fact, its success has
caused many organizations with reservations about hosted solutions to think twice. So what exactly are its advantages and
disadvantages? (...)
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customer management service software:
The dot-com revolution has left few impressions as significant as the hosted software phenomenon. In fact, its success has
caused many organizatio...
Published:
2006-07-07
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customer management service software:
... any company’s revenue, profitability, and customer loyalty levels ...
Part 2 then discussed the accompanying service lifecycle management (SLM) software
...
Published:
2010-04-01
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Abstract:
Software as a service is the latest incarnation of the hosting model. The demand for cost efficiency, information technology
flexibility, and faster return on investment, coupled with new technology advancements, has caused the hosting model to be
reborn. (...)
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customer management service software:
Software as a service is the latest incarnation of the hosting model. The demand for cost efficiency, information technology
flexibility, and fast...
Published:
2006-03-14
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Abstract:
TEC has a Q&A with ClickSoftware, provider of automated workforce management and optimization solutions for productivity,
efficiency, and customer satisfaction. ClickSoftware, rooted in field service workforce scheduling and optimization, provides
automated workforce management and optimization solutions, (...)
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customer management service software:
TEC has a Q&A with ClickSoftware, provider of automated workforce management and optimization solutions for productivity,
efficiency, and customer ...
Published:
2011-01-05
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Abstract:
Surado Solutions aims to provide a complete customer relationship management suite. We'll analyze Surado CRM 5.0 from the
perspectives of core functionality, its distinguishing factors, and the challenges users may face when considering the Surado
solution. (...)
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customer management service software:
Surado Solutions aims to provide a complete customer relationship management suite. We'll analyze Surado CRM 5.0 from
the perspectives of core fun...
Published:
2006-08-17
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Abstract:
Deltek recognizes that most organizations run their enterprises by using a sort of closed-loop, corrective action process.
However, most product-based businesses still need solutions to replace manual workarounds, and Deltek has embarked on a mission
to garner a one-stop-shopping portfolio. (...)
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customer management service software:
Deltek recognizes that most organizations run their enterprises by using a sort of closed-loop, corrective action process.
However, most product-b...
Published:
2006-07-12
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Abstract:
Though born from the ashes of traditional hosting models, software as a service differs fundamentally from its predecessors.
Its software is designed to be delivered as a service, security is better, rich user interfaces are available, and it has
greater interactivity. (...)
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customer management service software:
Though born from the ashes of traditional hosting models, software as a service differs fundamentally from its predecessors.
Its software is desig...
Published:
2006-03-15