WHITE PAPER - For many companies reverse logistics is the last frontier of waste in today's supply chain. To help identify where poorly managed returns may be affecting your bottom line, this paper takes a look at the six hidden costs of reverse logistics.
Posted: November 16, 2009 | Published: November 16, 2009


Topics:  Business Process Automation | Business Process Management | Enterprise Asset Management Software | ERP | Manufacturing | Manufacturing Industry | Manufacturing Software | Supply Chain Management | Supply Chain Software | Supply Chains

WEBCAST - This webcast explores the emerging paradigm for fixed asset management -- including new approaches and technologies for tracking the logical and physical deployment of fixed assets within the enterprise to extend asset life, improve utilization, and squeeze every dollar out of a company’s investment in equipment and facilities.
Posted: November 16, 2009 | Premiered: November 16, 2009


Topics:  Enterprise Asset Management Software | Enterprise Resource Management | ERP | ERP Software | Fixed Assets | Manufacturing | Manufacturing Industry | Supply Chain Collaboration | Supply Chain Intelligence | Supply Chain Management | Supply Chain Software | Supply Chains

WHITE PAPER - This white paper examines the importance of maintaining a consistent two-factor authentication policy during a business disruption. In addition, it provides insight into how to develop plans that enable cost-effective, rapid binding of users to their credentials in the event of an emergency. Read on to learn more.
Posted: November 12, 2009 | Published: August 12, 2009


Topics:  Authentication | Authorization | Business Continuity Planning | ERP | Identity Management | Password Authentication Protocol | Password Management | Password Management Software

EBOOK - In August 2009, hundreds of SAP system integrators were asked to contribute their best upgrade tips for upgrading to SAP ERP 6.0. We took the best tips we received and compiled them in this eBook for you. Read this eBook to learn over 60 tips on upgrading to SAP ERP 6.0.
Posted: November 10, 2009 | Published: November 10, 2009


Topics:  Change Management | Configuration Management | ERP | ERP Software | SAP (Product) | Software as a Service | Software Best Practices | Software Configuration Management | Software Upgrades

WHITE PAPER - This paper takes a new look at the SAP upgrade process in light of emerging best practices and new technologies. This report offers a discussion of the value of both technical and functional upgrades as well as a discussion of some of the best practices to enhance the value of your SAP upgrades while lowering overall cost.
Posted: November 10, 2009 | Published: November 10, 2009


Topics:  Change Management | Configuration Management | ERP | ERP Software | Risk Management | SAP (Product) | Software as a Service | Software Best Practices | Software Maintenance | Software Upgrades

WHITE PAPER - In this article, the best advice on upgrading to SAP ERP 6.0 is compiled into a list of SAP upgrade do’s and don’ts for your reading enjoyment and practical use. Also included are some customer lessons from those who have upgraded to ERP 6.0 and have stories to tell.
Posted: November 10, 2009 | Published: November 10, 2009


Topics:  Change Management | Configuration Management | ERP | ERP Software | NetWeaver | SAP (Product) | Software as a Service | Software Best Practices | Software Configuration Management | Software Testing | Software Upgrades

WHITE PAPER - This independent study by the International Technology group found IBM PowerVM more cost-competitive over time, compared to VMware, in terms of IT costs and the costs of downtime.
Posted: November 10, 2009 | Published: April 14, 2009


Topics:  Business IT Alignment | CRM | ERP | IT Spending | Server Virtualization | Server Virtualization Software | UNIX | VM | VMware

EBOOK - Read this e-book, which is specifically written to address the unique challenges of IT and BI professionals in ERP-centric environments. This set of articles offers best practices and strategic advice for organizations seeking to optimize business intelligence programs.
Posted: November 5, 2009 | Published: November 4, 2009


Topics:  Business Intelligence | Business Intelligence Software | Business IT Alignment | Data Management | Data Quality | ERP | ERP Software | Master Data Management

WHITE PAPER - The SAP BusinessObjects Spend Performance Management application provides full visibility into direct and indirect spend, and helps companies proactively identify cost savings opportunities and supply risks, reduce costs, maintain supply continuity, and increase spend under management.
Posted: November 5, 2009 | Published: November 5, 2009


Topics:  ERP | ERP Software | Procurement | Spend Management | Spend Management Software | Supply Chain Intelligence | Supply Chain Management

WHITE PAPER - Read this white paper from SAP for an interview with Kathleen Wilhide, research director of IDC’s Compliance and Business Performance Management Solutions program.
Posted: November 5, 2009 | Published: October 8, 2008


Topics:  Analytic Applications Software | Business Intelligence | Business Intelligence Software | ERP | ERP Software | Procurement | SAP (Product)

WHITE PAPER - Enterprises that embrace SAP NetWeaver early will gain a tremendous competitive advantage. And by using the proven experience of Atos Origin nothing is left to chance. Atos Origin will provide transparency regarding the costs and benefits and help turn your vision into results using our proven global SAP expertise and integration experience.
Posted: November 4, 2009 | Published: November 4, 2009


Topics:  Business Intelligence | Business Intelligence Software | Business IT Alignment | Business Performance Management | Business Process Management | ERP | J2EE | NetWeaver | SAP (Product) | TCO

WHITE PAPER - Read this paper and learn how Atos Origin, the number one SAP upgrade partner and has over 20 years experience of upgrading SAP systems we have upgraded every R/3 release from 2.0 upwards, can help you bring your SAP system to where it needs to be.
Posted: November 4, 2009 | Published: November 4, 2009


Topics:  Data Migration | ERP | ERP Software | SAP (Product) | SOA | SOA Governance | Systems Integration | Systems Integration Services | TCO

CASE STUDY - Atos Origin provides end-to-end SAP solutions for mid-to large-size organizations around the world - from core SAP implementations to supply chain management to upgrades and custom development. With a wealth of experience across all industries, we are among the world's most successful SAP specialists.
Posted: November 4, 2009 | Published: November 4, 2009


Topics:  Application Life-Cycle Management | Application Life-Cycle Management Software | Business Intelligence | Business Intelligence Software | ERP | ERP Software | IT Spending | SAP (Product) | Systems Integration | Systems Integration Services

WHITE PAPER - This product brochure highlights how mid-market Chemicals companies now have a full SAP solution specifically designed for them through the collaboration of Atos Origin and SAP. The solution is a rapid implementation of SAP and ongoing support services with per-user pricing that fits the budget of this target market.
Posted: November 4, 2009 | Published: November 4, 2009


Topics:  Chemical Industry | eCommerce | eCommerce Services | eCommerce Software | EDI | ERP | ERP Software | IT Service Management | SAP (Product) | Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance

WHITE PAPER - This is a follow up to "Desperate Times Call for Strategic Measures" which argued that now is the time to consider an IT transformation project. This article will explore the viability and benefits of upgrading to SAP 6.0.
Posted: November 4, 2009 | Published: November 4, 2009


Topics:  Business IT Alignment | Business Performance Management | Business Process Automation | Business Process Management | Business Process Modeling | Business Processes | ERP | SAP (Product)