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Abstract:
Mercator Software, formerly known as TSI International Software, reported higher than forecasted marketing expenses, a new
CFO, and missed their earnings estimate by 4 cents a share (predictions were 8 cents a share). Despite the resultant sharp
drop in market capitalization, Mercator’s capabilities i (...)
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executive international software:
... Mercator Software, formerly known as TSI International Software,
missed their earnings ... Kevin McKay, former chief executive officer of SAP America, will
take ...
Published:
2000-08-04
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Abstract:
AccountMate Software has been a player in the middle market for over twenty years. In the past several years it has been
acquired by several global companies. Recently AccountMate's management has purchased the company and once again it is independent
and able to chart its own course. (...)
Excerpt related to
executive international software:
... Comments AccountMate Software An International Product No One ...
Customer Support): AppFinity Software, San Francisco ... Requirements Planning: Executive
Concepts, Inc ...
Published:
2005-01-20
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Abstract:
The recent merger of Lawson Software and Intentia, two vendors of similar size, but servicing different markets, will complement
each other to become the largest enterprise applications supplier that is dedicated to the mid-market customer segment. (...)
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executive international software:
The recent merger of Lawson Software and Intentia, two vendors of similar size, but servicing different markets, will complement
each other to bec...
Published:
2005-10-25
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Abstract:
AccountMate Software has been a player in the middle market for over twenty years. In the past several years it has been
acquired by several global companies. Recently AccountMate's management has purchased the company and once again it is independent
and able to chart its own course. (...)
Excerpt related to
executive international software:
... Comments AccountMate Software An International Product No One ...
Customer Support): AppFinity Software, San Francisco ... Requirements Planning: Executive
Concepts, Inc ...
Published:
2005-01-20
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Abstract:
In what may be the most significant event since the company's launch, Catalyst International has lashed its corporate ship
to ERP leviathan SAP in a new alliance. The deal could buoy the small Wisconsin vendor through unprecedented revenues or scuttle
it. (...)
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executive international software:
In what may be the most significant event since the company's launch, Catalyst International has lashed its corporate
ship to ERP leviathan SAP in...
Published:
2000-02-01
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Abstract:
By layering across an organization's current infrastructure and building a sourcing system that needs hardly any training,
TradeStone users anywhere can sign on and have the system handle all the intricacies of international trade (without ever
experiencing its complexities). (...)
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executive international software:
By layering across an organization's current infrastructure and building a sourcing system that needs hardly any training,
TradeStone users anywhe...
Published:
2006-07-31
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Abstract:
Through determined and prudent product enhancement initiatives, Exact Software demonstrates itself as an earnest enterprise
in the small and medium market, and it is growing its global base. (...)
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executive international software:
Through determined and prudent product enhancement initiatives, Exact Software demonstrates itself as an earnest enterprise
in the small and mediu...
Published:
2006-01-09
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Abstract:
Enterprise performance management (EPM) is an emerging portfolio of applications and methodologies with business intelligence
(BI) architectures and technologies at its core. (...)
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executive international software:
Enterprise performance management (EPM) is an emerging portfolio of applications and methodologies with business intelligence
(BI) architectures a...
Published:
2003-11-21
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Abstract:
QAD, a renowned provider of enterprise software solutions for midsized global manufacturers, has outlived many of its contemporaries
by maintaining its stronghold in the discrete and process manufacturing sectors. In doing so, the vendor has reached a respected,
veteran status. (...)
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executive international software:
QAD, a renowned provider of enterprise software solutions for midsized global manufacturers, has outlived many of its contemporaries
by maintainin...
Published:
2007-10-05
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Abstract:
Verticent, a revitalized reincarnation of the languishing public mid-market enterprise applications vendor PowerCerv, seems
to be thriving under a financially stable adopted parent, and it has found a defendable niche where it can exploit its competitors'
functional "fatal flaws". (...)
Excerpt related to
executive international software:
Verticent, a revitalized reincarnation of the languishing public mid-market enterprise applications vendor PowerCerv, seems
to be thriving under a...
Published:
2005-12-14
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Abstract:
On April 7, Gores Technology Group (GTG), a leading international technology and management company, and System Software
Associates, Inc. (SSA) announced that SSA has agreed to sell substantially all of its assets to a newly formed subsidiary
of Gores Technology. (...)
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executive international software:
... portfolio of SSA and partner software and services, and significant international
operations. ... R. Carpenter, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of SSA ...
Published:
2000-05-03
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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. (...)
Excerpt related to
executive international 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:
ERP vendor UNIT4 has joined the discussion on the topic of its current state of affairs. Rather than pursuing the usual route
of writing analyses of major market trends, I’ve decided to ask vendors about their opinions and approaches. UNIT4 has joined
the discussion on the topic of its current state of (...)
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executive international software:
ERP vendor UNIT4 has joined the discussion on the topic of its current state of affairs. Rather than pursuing the usual route
of writing analyses o...
Published:
2010-08-04
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Abstract:
Enterprise Application Integration has changed massively in the past two years. Where is the market, and what vendors are
left in the game? (...)
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executive international software:
... Tibco, TIB/ActiveEnterprise. TSI International Software (Mercator),
Mercator E-Business Broker. Vitria Technology, BusinessWare. Who are the EAI vendors in 2001 ...
Published:
2001-09-06
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Abstract:
In May webMethods Inc. announced that it will purchase Active Software Inc. in an all-stock deal. The purchase is worth
approximately $1.3 Billion. WebMethods is a vendor of B2B e-commerce integration software, and the acquisition of Active
allows them to extend their integration strategy for extended (...)
Excerpt related to
executive international software:
In May webMethods Inc. announced that it will purchase Active Software Inc. in an all-stock deal. The purchase is worth approximately
$1.3 Billio...
Published:
2000-06-07
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Abstract:
“Goods are uniform and people are unique.” Too obvious? Maybe, but with the success that supply chain management (SCM) has
brought to manufacturers, it’s time to apply the same philosophy to human capital management (HCM). In today’s feature article,
TEC HCM analyst Sherry Fox reviews Human Capit (...)
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executive international software:
“Goods are uniform and people are unique.” Too obvious? Maybe, but with the success that supply chain management (SCM) has
brought to manufacturer...
Published:
2011-03-24
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Abstract:
Adonix marks its strategy with two catchwords: "growth" and "independence". It has carefully assessed and added acquisitions
to broaden Adonix X3 suite's functional scope, licenses and services; and continues nurture internal development with its
own resources. (...)
Excerpt related to
executive international software:
Adonix marks its strategy with two catchwords: "growth" and "independence". It has carefully assessed
and added acquisitions to broaden Adonix X3 ...
Published:
2005-09-20
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Abstract:
Many companies are looking to outsource development and maintenance of their application software. Common reasons that companies
outsource application software are to reduce their costs, improve quality, obtain flexible staffing levels, and obtain improved
service and support so they can focus on their c (...)
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executive international software:
The Many Flavors of Application Software Outsourcing. ... Many other companies chose to
modify their existing software to handle the Y2K requirements. ...
Published:
2004-09-29
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Abstract:
Exact has established a global infrastructure and a network of offices offering direct support, sales, and services with
the aim of providing customers a consistent level of service. It is also working toward the emergence of a new category of
software that tackles enterprise relationship management, gr (...)
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executive international software:
... Unlike Sage/Best Software and MBS's forays, the advanced convergence of Exact ...
produce a single product line that operates on an international basis, whereas ...
Published:
2004-03-01
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Abstract:
While the higher end of ERP market has (surprisingly) experienced only limited merger & acquisition activity during 2000
(mainly seen in ERP losers been devoured by ERP outsiders), the mid-market has seen more significant intra-market activity.
The latest one was the merger between Navision Software and (...)
Excerpt related to
executive international software:
While the higher end of ERP market has (surprisingly) experienced only limited merger & acquisition activity during 2000
(mainly seen in ERP loser...
Published:
2001-01-02