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<title><![CDATA[whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/Enterprise Applications/Enterprise Software]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Enterprise Software is software that solves an enterprise problem and usually enterprise software is written using Enterprise Software Architecture. Due to the cost of building what is often proprietary software only large organizations attempt to build software that models the entire business enterprise and is the core system of governing the enterprise and the core of business communications within the enterprise.]]></description>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/enterprise-applications/enterprise-applications/</link>
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<title><![CDATA[Leveraging Automation to Quickly Reveal Vulnerabilities]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper218/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-16 22:07:10</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[With web applications constantly evolving, finding vulnerabilities is a challenging, costly and time-consuming undertaking.&nbsp; Find out how Cenzic&#39;s powerful security solutions help information security teams quickly identify problems, regularly assess web application security strength and ensure regulatory compliance.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Increasing Manufacturing Profits Through Precision Pricing]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper241/</link>
<pubDate>0000-00-00 00:00:00</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Discover how leading manufacturers are adding millions of dollars to the bottom line by using science and customer segmentation to drive pricing decisions.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Centralized Data Center Management Software: Best Practices to Control Your Data Center]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper266/</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-22 13:44:55</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This white paper details best practices for achieving secure access to any server or network device from a single interface in your data center. Topics covered include centralized access and control, integrating management tools, KVM server management, serial over IP, power management over IP, and full remote access.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Five Magic Bullets: Strategies for Improved Enterprise Faxing]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper293/</link>
<pubDate>2007-06-06 09:26:00</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Computer-based, network fax servers offer a high quality, low maintenance enterprise fax solution, well-suited for organizations involved in fax-intensive industries. From first-rate administration and development tools to comprehensive integration with existing network resources, fax servers can accelerate document processing and turnaround time while reducing communication costs.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Information Lifecycle Management]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper298/</link>
<pubDate>2007-08-20 13:26:00</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There is an impression today that Information Lifecycle Management is a new concept. Management of the information lifecycle has been with us since the dawn of the computer age. While recent legislation and shifts in media cost have spawned a mini-boom in replication start-ups and new storage technologies, the fundamentals of information management have not changed.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[PayStream Advisors Analyst White Paper: Imaging and Workflow Automation]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper317/</link>
<pubDate>2007-08-22 12:41:39</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A survey of Fortune 1000 finance, treasury and accounting professionals found that 20 to 30 percent of respondents are actively exploring Imaging and Workflow Automation (IWA) solutions. This analyst white paper provides an introduction to IWA, describes the most common forms that solutions take and highlights the benefits they deliver.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[15 Minute Guide to Enterprise Content Management]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper318/</link>
<pubDate>2007-08-22 11:09:45</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The 15 Minute Guide to Enterprise Content Management (ECM) provides a nonpartisan look at the what, why, when, where, how and who of enterprise content management. This guide will give you the basics of ECM and its related technologies, tips for successful implementation.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[5 Ways ERP Can Help You Implement Lean]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper320/</link>
<pubDate>2008-05-30 15:35:17</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Why is Lean so popular? Because it delivers what manufacturing companies truly need in today&#39;s highly competitive world: shorter lead times, improved quality, reduced cost, increased profit, improved productivity and enhanced customer service.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[11 Criteria For Selecting The Best ERP System Replacement]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper322/</link>
<pubDate>2008-06-07 08:02:01</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[An ERP system is your information backbone and reaches into all areas of your business and value-chain. Replacing it can open unlimited business opportunities. In this white paper are the 11 criteria that will allow you to identify and select the ERP system replacement solution that will meet these expectations.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Lower Costs with On-Demand CRM & Accounting/ERP Solutions]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper463/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-13 12:01:13</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This Yankee Group White Paper, compliments of NetSuite, shows how on-demand applications can significantly reduce cost vs. on-premise applications. See how to reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) of deploying &amp; integrating CRM &amp; accounting/ERP applications.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[A Step-by-Step Guide to Starting Up SaaS Operations]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper489/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-25 13:04:44</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Building a scalable, secure, and highly available SaaS infrastructure can be a daunting undertaking for a software company. This step-by-step guide lets you know what you need to consider.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Long Live the Spreadsheet: Leveraging Excel for CPM]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper495/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-27 08:23:32</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Learn how you can transform Excel from a personal planning tool to an enterprise-scale, collaborative solution. Read this informative article to learn more.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Unified CPM and the Application of Predictive Analytics]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper499/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-27 08:26:16</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As vendors rush to embrace and exploit predictive analytics, only those with a truly unified solutions will succeed in capitalizing on this powerful and promising technology. Read this insightful white paper to learn more.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[A PDF Primer]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper503/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-27 08:56:18</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[PDF files are prevalent in virtually all market segments worldwide. Most people know and use the term &quot;PDF&quot; but have misconceptions what it can and can&#39;t do. The purpose of this White Paper is to explain what PDF actually is and what it&#39;s strengths and limitations are.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[An Introduction to Product Information Management]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper528/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-27 09:13:47</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In today&#39;s complex global life sciences marketplace, the ability to manage product information is a daunting task. The ability to ensure greater control over this critical product information has led to the development of a standard for product information throughout the European Union. If your company as not begun to think about PIM, now is the time, download this white paper immediately.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[An Introduction to Structured Product Labeling]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper529/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-27 09:14:51</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In February 2004, the FDA issued a Draft Guidance requiring the electronic submission of labeling content to be provided in an XML-based format called Structured Product Labeling (SPL). The purpose of this white paper is for the reader to gain an understanding and prepare for the FDA&#39;s new electronic labeling submission standard. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Accelerating Business Processes for Products That Are Sold, Engineered, or Manufactured to Order]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper557/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-29 13:22:01</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Manufacturers of products with highly configurable and ever-changing customer requirements must confront specific challenges and operate far differently than traditional product development environments.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[GIS and Spatial ETL: Complementary Spatial Data Technologies]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper560/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-29 14:14:36</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This paper defines the function of spatial ETL and expands the role and impact it has with spatial data processes and GIS systems.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Best Practices for Mid-Market CRM]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper593/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-30 09:00:12</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In the decade since customer relationship management (CRM) software first appeared on the market, implementation of the enterprise application suite that helps businesses find new customers, retain existing customers and otherwise increase revenues have gained a reputation as being risky ventures, subject to user rejection, cost overruns, and missed deadlines.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Sharpen Your Business Case and Receive Quick Approval for Your Business Communications]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper607/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-30 11:18:25</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Learn how to create a story that will successfully sell your next IT project to the people who control its destiny. Download Get the Green Light: Sharpen Your Business Case and Receive Quick Approval for Your Business Community Initiatives today!]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Realizing the Business Value of Converged Applications]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper648/</link>
<pubDate>2007-06-06 09:33:10</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This IBM white paper posits that most enterprises have yet to realize the full value of convergence and explains why the real promise of IP networks lies in converged applications. It goes on to explain how IP convergence can build real business value for today&#39;s busy contact centers.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Business Integration ROI: Building The Business Case For Integration]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper657/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-29 15:15:54</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Business integration is becoming increasingly important for many companies, with the need to streamline processes for efficiency and productivity while at the same time leveraging years of IT investments and becoming a more agile business that can move swiftly to exploit market opportunities and beat competition.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Run Book Automation, Job Scheduling For IT Operations]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper687/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-25 13:00:49</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This paper highlights how Run Book Automation Software provides the new level of automation required to automate IT operations and traditional job scheduling tasks, without the costs and management burden associated with custom programming and scripts.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Integrated Business Communications: A Force For Business Transformation]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper693/</link>
<pubDate>2007-06-06 09:32:05</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many forward-thinking organizations are beginning to see the true potential of the convergence of voice, video and data.&nbsp; It has the power to transform business relationships, business processes and collaboration between employees, suppliers and customers. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Delivering on the Enterprise Business Intelligence Mandate]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper708/</link>
<pubDate>2007-12-27 13:51:26</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This white paper discusses the specific business and architectural success factors to consider when selecting one Enterprise Business Intelligence Suite (EBIS) to serve as the enterprise standard.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Securing Web Applications: The Time Is Now]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper719/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-16 22:08:33</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Enterprises need to utilize software testing that can automatically review applications for security problems. This document examines the market drivers and technology associated with software security code review products and discusses how Cenzic is addressing this urgent need.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Got The Enterprise Software Blues? Appliances to the Rescue]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper748/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-24 21:55:45</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This paper explores how Appliance-based Software Delivery (AbSD) provides a better alternative to both software and Software as a Service (SaaS).]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Discover Low-Cost Data Handling Breakthrough: MSSO]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper760/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-13 11:42:54</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Surprisingly low-cost technology MSSO/SD4E transforms Excel into an incredibly powerful and completely secure Business Intelligence tool capable of quickly and easily manipulating and analyzing live data directly from multiple, disparate data sources, generating even the most complex and sophisticated analytical reports with a simple keystroke.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Application Security: No Room for False Positives]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper765/</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-22 14:19:23</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Enterprises are responding to new threat on communication protocols by hardening Web applications, and they are increasingly turning to Web application security assessment tools to improve the security of their applications. This report examines why high accuracy is critical to the effectiveness of the tools, and it discusses how Cenzic Hailstorm addresses this problem.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Leveraging Managed Service to Automate Security Assessment]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper769/</link>
<pubDate>2008-03-05 10:46:20</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[With web applications constantly evolving, finding vulnerabilities is a challenging, costly and time-consuming undertaking.&nbsp; The solution is automated security assessment products that leverage stateful processing to comprehensively examine web applications and reveal vulnerabilities in hours rather than weeks.&nbsp; Find out how Cenzic&#39;s ClickToSecure solution can help you secure your applications.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Easy Integration of Excel with SAP Solutions for Financial Data]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper773/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-25 09:09:34</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This paper describes how to easily integrate Excel data with SAP solutions and the resulting benefits from such integration &ndash; reduction in financial closing time, reduction in data entry resources, and availability of timely data for reporting.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[On-Demand Document Management: 5 Tests To See If It's Right For You]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper786/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-30 10:42:25</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you realize the importance of managing those assets better, on-demand may be a more effective and lower cost alternative to installed software. But is it right for you?]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Making the Case for BPM: A Benefits Checklist]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper793/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-24 22:25:44</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This paper is intended for groups who want to make the business case for investing in BPM to drive process improvement. It provides an overview of the areas of benefit that companies can expect from BPM as well as concrete examples of value.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Software As A Service Overview (SaaS)]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper796/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-29 16:20:15</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This white paper on Software as a Service (SaaS) highlights the application development shifts that software vendors must go through to accommodate SaaS.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Advanced Global Name Recognition Technology]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper803/</link>
<pubDate>2007-06-06 09:29:44</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The purpose of this paper is to highlight the issues, requirements, and technologies available for automated advanced name recognition.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Controlling Excel Chaos With Business Intelligence]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper822/</link>
<pubDate>2007-11-16 16:10:40</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This paper describes how to leverage WebFOCUS business intelligence software to generate Excel spreadsheets directly from enterprise data sources, consolidating large amounts of data, performing complex calculations, and creating advanced structures like PivotTables.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Functional Re-Use and SOA: The Service Interface as an Enabler for Software Re-Use Best Practice]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper851/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-30 12:01:15</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) provides a foundation to achieve software reuse. A key part of the SOA value proposition is the benefits realized from software reuse. Learn more in this new white paper from Quocirca. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Third-Generation Backup/Restore Technology]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper931/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-16 22:31:35</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The challenge of managing, protecting and storing digital data is a major issue for businesses of every size and category. Companies generally rank the improvement of their storage infrastructure as a top objective, and the escalation of data protection costs has become an overriding concern. According to recent research, the data storage capacity of the average North American enterprise is now 59 terabytes, and the projected annual production data growth is 20 to 30 percent.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Beyond Postfix and Sendmail]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper937/</link>
<pubDate>2007-06-06 09:27:09</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Though legacy open-source email network applications like sendmail and postfix are widely used, the escalating demands of today&#39;s enterprise environments have outpaced their capabilities. Large organizations must now look to implement a true enterprise mail transport platform to support the standards of their current and growing business. Learn how to modernize your email system now. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Creating Competitive Advantage in Demanding Retail Environments]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper963/</link>
<pubDate>2007-09-25 15:32:26</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This paper explores what cross-channel transparency looks like through the consumer&#39;s eyes, the costs retailers incur by maintaining the status quo, and key steps retailers need to consider as they undertake cross-channel initiatives.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Presenting a Real-Time Enterprise for Your Company]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper979/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-13 12:02:03</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This exclusive Yankee Group White Paper reveals and examines how mid-size businesses can now build a real-time enterprises and leverage real-time information. Learn how to reduce scattered information and silo databases that prevent your enterprise from achieving operational excellence.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Business Intelligence Software: What It Is and Why It Is Necessary]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1021/</link>
<pubDate>0000-00-00 00:00:00</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Business Intelligence Software are applications that build on existing data warehouses and provide analytical processing tools that allow users to more effectively analyze such data. This, in turn, permits businesses to more rapidly develop existing and new analyses and reports for improved decision-making power and information dissemination capacity. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Intrinsic Safety and GPRS: Wireless, Safe and Convenient Asset Monitoring Solutions]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1023/</link>
<pubDate>0000-00-00 00:00:00</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[To be successful in today&#39;s safety-conscious and efficiency-minded marketplace, companies must combine compelling new technologies to offer the most convenient and effective business services and solutions. For monitoring remote tank sites, that means combining the intelligence of General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) communication with the risk mitigation properties of intrinsic safety.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[The Future Sales Force - A Consultative Approach]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1041/</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-14 08:23:11</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If your company uses a contact management or customer relationship management (CRM system), you need to ask one additional key question. Does your CRM or contact management system tie your consultative sales, ROI analysis and proposal production process together?]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Evaluating Financial Management Software - Is It Time for a Change?]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1043/</link>
<pubDate>2008-03-21 15:03:10</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This white paper walks through the key areas of a financial management solution so when you are evaluating current and future financial management software, you are prepared to avoid challenges and maximize your investment.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Visual Impact: The Emerging Face of Business Collaboration]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1081/</link>
<pubDate>2007-04-30 12:25:43</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[After the relative anonymity and privacy of more discrete forms of communication &ndash; letters, email, the telephone &ndash; is the experience useful and comfortable for the individual and does video now add sufficient value to the organization to justify the cost?]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Employee Performance Management: Making It a Reality in Your Organization]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1097/</link>
<pubDate>2007-08-30 21:48:17</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This paper outlines how to source and implement an Employee Performance Management system that is right for your organization.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Key Advantages of Taridium's ipbx Enterprise VoIP Platform]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1106/</link>
<pubDate>2007-10-18 08:36:24</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[By combining open source tools and open standards with best of breed hardware and software, taridium can offer one of the best price to performance ratios in the industry. Read how Taridium&rsquo;s ipbx enterprise VoIP platform combines all the advantages of an open standards solution with the reliability of non-stop hardware, 7x24 monitoring and software support.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Technical Specifications of ipbx Enterprise Platform by Taridium]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1107/</link>
<pubDate>2007-10-18 08:37:09</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Download this brief technical sheet now and learn the features and benefits of what Industry Experts are calling the Next Generation in VoIP. The extensive use of open source tools and platform&#39;s allows us to deliver an unparalleled price-to-performance ratio.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Guide for Taridium's comms provider VoIP Platform]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1108/</link>
<pubDate>2007-10-18 08:35:55</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Taridium&rsquo;s comms provider VoIP platform combines all the advantages of an open standards solution with the reliability of non-stop hardware, 7x24 monitoring and software support. Download this product summary and you&rsquo;ll read why the comm&rsquo;s platform is a true turn-key solution with fully integrated call rating and billing.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[comms provider VoIP Platform - Technical Specification Sheet]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1109/</link>
<pubDate>2007-10-18 08:35:08</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Take advantage of this free information by Taridium and see how comms platform allows service providers to offer instant retail VoIP service and host virtual PBX&rsquo;s with all of today&rsquo;s most advanced features.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Microsoft Dynamics Case Study: J.D. Byrider]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1186/</link>
<pubDate>2007-07-09 17:18:36</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[J.D. Byrider&#39;s franchisees experienced a high level of frustration due to an old system running on Linux using dBase files. Byrider made the decision to switch their development environment to Intel-based servers in a Microsoft SQL Server and ASP development environment. Download this paper to read about their results.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Asserting Control, Seizing Opportunity in High Tech: 5 Critical Success Factors]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1188/</link>
<pubDate>2007-07-11 10:06:01</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Until recently, many high-tech manufacturers &ndash; especially small and medium-sized businesses &ndash; have been able to survive by applying 80% of their operational focus to 20% or less of their critical customers and suppliers. That was then. The new mandate from channel masters is for more intense, collaborative relationships with fewer suppliers.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Synchronizing Real-Time Product Movement to Improve Distribution Operation Productivity]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1189/</link>
<pubDate>2007-07-11 10:12:28</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This white paper addresses business and technical decision-makers for ambitious companies in which product distribution and transportation play key roles in daily operations and profitability. It describes how the comprehensive, integrated management solution represented by Supply Chain Execution for Microsoft Dynamics AX can help build an integrated logistics solution.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Key Challenges Facing Consumer Packaged Goods Manufacturers and What They Must Do To Survive]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1190/</link>
<pubDate>2007-07-11 10:19:45</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The CPG manufacturing industry is large and thriving; however, margins are slim and competition is furious. There are hundreds of product categories, and to compete, firms must constantly innovate. How can the small-to-medium CPG manufacturer survive in the face of the same external pressures and fewer resources?]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[How to Get to the Numbers that Matter in Retail]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1191/</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-05 12:31:47</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The objective of this white paper is to review various aspects of retail financial management and to draw important lessons for small and mid-size retailers. The paper addresses a wide range of topics that impact a retailer&rsquo;s financial success. Many of these are common to retailers of all sizes, but some are specific to mid to small tier businesses and many cautionary notes are given.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[One Touch Business Travel and the End of the Expense Report]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1205/</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-29 10:59:05</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Despite the fact that billions of dollars per year are spent on business travel and entertainment (T&amp;E) by employees on behalf of their organizations, many companies are still not maximizing the value of that spend because they&rsquo;re relying on multiple processes and solutions to manage their T&amp;E &ndash; an area of spend that for many is the second largest controllable cost after payroll. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Best Practices in Siebel CRM Performance Management]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1214/</link>
<pubDate>2007-08-21 13:15:59</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[What is often overlooked is that application performance is just one of three key drivers of return on investment (ROI) from your Siebel application. An efficient infrastructure is critical. It&#39;s important to optimize the Siebel application for your own unique business environment, user needs and usage patterns. But, it&#39;s all for naught if you do not build and sustain adoption and efficient and effective use of the Siebel application by your end users.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[ERP End-User Business Productivity: A Field Study of SAP & Microsoft]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1222/</link>
<pubDate>2007-07-23 12:49:37</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In this white paper, we measure how end users of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) applications describe the impact of Microsoft and SAP applications on their business productivity. This research found that Microsoft Dynamics end users on average rated their experience with Microsoft applications more favorably than SAP users rated their experience with SAP.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Microsoft Dynamics: Enabling Real-World SOA to Connect Your Business Vision with Software]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1224/</link>
<pubDate>0000-00-00 00:00:00</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This paper walks you through the tools and technologies that enable service orientation. The purpose of this paper is to share with you the value of Real-World SOA and a few success stories from our customers who have taken on Real-World SOA projects to support their business vision.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Printer Applicators: The Right Choice for You?]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1263/</link>
<pubDate>2007-11-02 13:58:23</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Wherever there is a label on a product, there is a potential need for printer applicators. Download this whitepaper now for a thorough analysis of the complete labeling requirement, from part production to end user application, which must to be completed to determine the correct printer applicator.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Ultimus and the Business Process Ecosystem: Complementing SAP and Enterprise Applications]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1309/</link>
<pubDate>2007-08-17 09:06:54</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[With the largest global installed base of pure-play BPM solutions, the Ultimus BPM Suite exemplifies the role of managing OSAP processes in the business process ecosystem. Customers worldwide use it to extend, maximize and complement their investments in SAP or other enterprise applications.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Enterprise BPM Scalability]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1310/</link>
<pubDate>2007-08-17 09:02:33</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Ultimus has been build from the ground-up with scalability in mind. Ultimus&rsquo; component-based, database centric architecture position it perfectly as a solution that allows you to effortlessly scale your enterprise business processes.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Benchmark Portal All-in-One Report]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1324/</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-12 13:41:59</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Contact center managers, CTOs and IT professionals surveyed by BenchmarkPortal Inc. say they prefer a single, all-in-one source for all technology needs-and that they want their chosen single-source vendor to provide best-in-class functionality.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[The Intelligent Contact Center]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1325/</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-12 13:42:17</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The contact center&#39;s next evolutionary phase will merge technology and interaction processes dynamically for agent &quot;intelligence&quot; and a more personalized customer experience. And with the fast-paced nature of technology, the Intelligent Contact Center is closer than you think. Read more.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[What’s New in Customer Interaction Center (CIC) 2.4]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1326/</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-12 13:42:27</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Miercom Test Labs reviewed the Customer Interaction Center(r) (CIC) IP application suite from Interactive Intelligence, including the operation, capabilities and features of CIC&#39;s key components, and awarded the CIC software its distinguished &quot;Performance Verified&quot; certification. Read why.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[A Juicy IT Story: How IT Outsourcing Helped Sunny Delight Beverages]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1339/</link>
<pubDate>0000-00-00 00:00:00</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When he joined SDBC in May of 2004, SunnyD&#39;s Chief Information Officer and Global Controller was faced with a classic build-or-buy decision, although the circumstances were less than typical. Despite the company just being carved out from Procter &amp; Gamble with an experienced management team and a well-known brand name, it was missing a crucial operational element &mdash; an entire information technology infrastructure.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Aberdeen Lean Scheduling and Execution Benchmark Report]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1343/</link>
<pubDate>2007-09-24 11:32:39</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In this report, find out the operational performance benefits that Best-in-Class manufacturers attribute to the use of Lean Scheduling and Execution principles. Read about Lean Scheduling key metrics and get ready to implement them. Discover best practices in Lean implementations and how these help reduce overall manufacturing costs.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Nine Indicators It's Time to Replace Your Commission System]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1344/</link>
<pubDate>2007-08-31 09:01:26</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Download this very brief guide now and reflect on the 9 Indicators. If you answer &quot;no&quot; to two or more of the questions listed within, there is undoubtedly sufficient ROI to strongly consider replacing your current incentive compensation system.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Delivering Software As Appliances: Expert Advice]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1417/</link>
<pubDate>2007-09-21 09:43:50</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Enterprise customers want software applications delivered as server appliances because they help to reduce IT costs and complexity. Appliances provide better performance, security and manageability. Learn from experts, about factors to consider and things to avoid with the appliance delivery model.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Is a Data Warehouse the Only Option? 7 Styles of Data Integration]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1589/</link>
<pubDate>2008-05-16 12:40:14</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are many ways to access data for analysis and reporting. You should analyze each business challenge to understand whether a data warehouse or another type of information-access method presents the best solution. This white paper identifies seven basic ways to integrate and access data to solve various business problems.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Using On-Demand Collaboration Technology To Accelerate Your Business]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1678/</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-23 10:17:46</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In the new global economy, a company&rsquo;s competitive edge is intrinsically tied to the ability to quickly collaborate with co-workers, partners and customers. This is certainly evidenced in a recent survey in which the majority of respondents confirm that on-demand collaborative tools can accelerate business processes and help knowledge workers work better, faster and cheaper.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[The New Competitive Advantage: Web Collaboration Reaches the Tipping Point]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1691/</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-23 08:43:45</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Despite the ease and enthusiasm with which knowledge workers have embraced Web collaboration, user-driven integration can only go so far. It is imperative that CIOs take control of their collaboration deployments now and weave collaboration solutions deep into the fabric of their business processes and enterprise software strategies.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[CRM Software: Reasons to Optimize]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1708/</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-29 15:41:44</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Managing customer relationships profitably is a challenge many businesses face. Increasingly available information and customer choices translate into a decrease in automatic loyalty. New distribution and communication channels create more complex customer interactions. Implementing powerful technology enablers may be prohibitively expensive for many firms.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[How to Ensure That Your Employees Will Want to Use CRM]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1715/</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-24 15:49:13</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In this paper, learn how with the right CRM solution, information workers can increase productivity, improve customer service, and boost collaboration, while the business simplifies complex processes, increases sales, and reduces costs.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Pivotal CRM and Microsoft: Evolving in Lock Step]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1716/</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-24 15:49:20</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[For more than a decade, Pivotal CRM has been the choice of Microsoft-centric organizations that want the flexibility to model their specific business practices within their customer relationship management system. The Pivotal CRM product line leverages the Microsoft technology stack to provide usability and productivity advantages through integration to Microsoft Office, and more.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[10 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Midmarket ERP Solution]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1719/</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-15 08:58:49</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[With any technology, the vendor&#39;s job is to try to sell you their product, and they may rely on promises, superlative language and sparkling product demos to try to sway you. And with the midmarket ERP landscape crowded with players vying for your business&#39;s dollar, the prospect of choosing the right solution can seem even more daunting. But armed with these 10 questions, you&#39;ll be able to see through the hype and narrow down a few vendors that can really deliver what you need.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Midmarket ERP Solutions Buyer's Guide]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1720/</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-15 08:59:37</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Until recently, ERP solutions were considered out of the question for all but the largest companies, due to the technology&#39;s complexity and large price tags. However, these days, midmarket companies have more choices than ever when it comes to ERP solutions, as competition between vendors has heated up. This Buyer&#39;s Guide can help you answer the big (and small) questions so you can make an informed buying decision.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Midmarket ERP Solutions Checklist]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1721/</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-15 08:59:59</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[So your midmarket company has done its research and has settled on what you feel is the perfect ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) solution? Not so fast. Before you sign on the dotted line, consider these 12 key points to ensure you&#39;re making the best possible decision.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Travel and Procurement: The Convergence]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1799/</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-23 09:46:33</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[According to a recent Aberdeen Group survey, companies that don&rsquo;t use an integrated travel and entertainment (T&amp;E) expense management service are falling behind in almost every measure of financial management. Aberdeen presents figures showing that they pay 37 percent more to process their expense reports,&nbsp; take three times longer to reimburse employees, and are essentially working in the dark when it comes to controlling travel expenditures.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Chase & Sons Gain an Asset]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1804/</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-11 10:39:37</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Chase &amp; Sons has been delivering innovative engineered products and processes to the wire and cable industry for over 50 years. They supply General Cable with specialty tapes. In the past, Chase &amp; Sons would allocate resources for &#39;emergency handling&#39; of orders which took time away from planning and other more strategic functions.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Avoiding the Compliance Trap for Travel and Expenses]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper1825/</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-28 14:02:28</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Organizations weighing T&amp;E automation should look beyond the value of streamlining the process to solutions that include analytic and reporting features that enforce compliance controls and provide audit evidence while minimizing business risks associated with uncontrolled spending and fraud.&nbsp; These more robust solutions are part of the extended enterprise applications market experiencing greater investment as a result of governance, risk, and compliance requirements. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Confessions of an ERP Sales Representative]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper2188/</link>
<pubDate>0000-00-00 00:00:00</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[An in-depth look behind the sophisticated game of enterprise software (ERP) sales, including an explanation of the dimensions and psychology involved with enterprise software purchasing decisions. If companies do not understand the rules of the game, they might find themselves prey to the emotional ploys used in the industry. Included are some tips to help companies turn the game in their favor.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[ERP Software Selection Myths]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper2189/</link>
<pubDate>0000-00-00 00:00:00</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[An exploration of the myths behind the selection of enterprise software (ERP). These myths have been around since the dawn of enterprise software and are by-products from years of struggles between users and suppliers. Dispelled are several common beliefs when selecting an enterprise software product.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[The Hidden Costs Behind ERP Software]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper2190/</link>
<pubDate>0000-00-00 00:00:00</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The hidden costs behind enterprise software (ERP), including implementation, support and management. Many of these hidden costs become surprises along the implementation path. Therefore, before purchasing an enterprise software product, make sure you have a good handle on the hidden costs.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[A Systematic Approach to Buying Software]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper2454/</link>
<pubDate>2008-04-21 12:21:42</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This white paper proposes that our purchase decision meets our expectations and does not end in &ldquo;divorce&rdquo;, so to speak. An exhaustive list of things that are important while buying software, from company background to how our data is handled. Also includes a practical &ldquo;software selection tool&rdquo; to be used for purchase decisions.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[HyperOffice vs. Microsoft Exchange]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper2456/</link>
<pubDate>2008-04-21 12:21:49</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Traditionally, Microsoft has ruled the roost when it comes to providing business software solutions. This document discusses how HyperOffice, our new age solution, matches up to Microsoft Exchange on a feature to feature comparison, including business features, costs and implementation efforts.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[CIO2CIO: Optimizing Virtualization Investments]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper2541/</link>
<pubDate>2008-09-29 13:42:12</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[CIOs know that, in addition to investing in disruptive technologies and reducing costs, the availability and performance of IT systems that control business processes are paramount to success. Virtualization fulfills these requirements. In its relatively short existence, virtualization technology has enabled many organizations to realize tangible benefits, including cost savings and increased productivity. As virtualization moves into the mainstream, find out how to eliminate complexity and demonstrate ROI.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[The EMA All-Stars in Enterprise Systems Management for 2008]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper2550/</link>
<pubDate>2008-09-29 13:45:25</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Analyst firm EMA has released the results of their first ever All-Stars in Enterprise Systems Management for 2008 report, covering 18 different systems management disciplines. CA was ranked in the &quot;All-Star First Team&quot; in three of them and named to the &quot;All-Star&quot; team in one. This summary of the report provides the specifics on why CA was ranked as an &quot;All-Star&quot; in three product categories and an &quot;All-Star First Team&quot; in the overall category of ESM Suites.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Virtualization: Managing Investments for Optimal Efficiency and Business Value]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper2556/</link>
<pubDate>2008-09-29 13:46:22</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Virtualization boosts resource utilization, improves flexibility and reduces costs- all of which helps an organization become more competitive. However, managing the virtualized infrastructures presents certain challenges. This webcast offers research- based insights into how organizations today are using virtualization and ways that CIOs can optimize these technology investments.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Shipping your Software Application as an Appliance]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper2673/</link>
<pubDate>2008-05-16 16:45:43</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[For independent software vendors (ISVs) that sell applications to enterprise customers, traditional methods of software delivery create operational challenges that can turn into significant business problems. The challenges come when customers are confronted with the complexity of managing enterprise-class applications on their general purpose servers throughout the lifecycles of those applications and devices. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Production Logistics Tools To Improve Productivity In The FMCG Industry]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper2945/</link>
<pubDate>0000-00-00 00:00:00</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) industry is extremely competitive. Consumers have high demands on price and quality, and are increasingly disloyal to brands, quickly choosing a different product if the other offer appears better. Manufacturers must adapt and be able to produce products in smaller batch sizes to win the battle on the shelf.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Best-Of-Breed EAM With Ease Of Integration]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper2960/</link>
<pubDate>0000-00-00 00:00:00</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Lawson Enterprise Asset Management is a software solution specifically designed to help improve the reliability and availability of your critical assets. It can help you to maximize your profitability and return on your asset investment during every stage of the asset lifecycle. It can also be easily integrated with your other business operations and systems.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[EAM-Focused ERP The Best Of Both Worlds]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper2961/</link>
<pubDate>2008-06-23 19:49:53</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This insight paper will detail a new breed of enterprise solutions with integrated enterprise asset management (EAM) at their core. It will illustrate how such solutions can help asset-intensive companies to maximize capacity, increase asset utilization, minimize downtime, and provide transparency across all areas of the business.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Find Out What Your Peers Are Thinking And Doing About Asset Management!]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper2962/</link>
<pubDate>2008-06-23 20:03:25</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Get your free copy of the Thought Leadership Report &ldquo;Strategic Asset Management Across the Organization Delivers a Compelling Return.&quot; Based on the findings of the 2006/7 Worldwide Benchmark Study, by industry analysts IDL, it identifies the changing attitudes and needs in the asset intensive industry.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Is Asset Lifecycle Management Driving You Round The Bend?]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper2963/</link>
<pubDate>0000-00-00 00:00:00</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Managing and maintaining your key assets throughout their entire lifecycle is critical to your organizations success. Rather than looking at each part of the asset&#39;s lifecycle in isolation or only focusing on the operational phase, your asset management solution should enable a more holistic view. It should help you manage the entire cycle.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Lawson QuickStep For EAM, Saves You Time And Money]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper2964/</link>
<pubDate>0000-00-00 00:00:00</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[QuickStep for EAM is a solution specially designed and preconfigured to provide the features and functions that companies need for asset management. It can reduce and streamline the steps required for a customized implementation.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[The Intelligent Edge: Work-In-Process Visibility]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper2969/</link>
<pubDate>0000-00-00 00:00:00</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Real-time, visibility on materials, process, or machine interactions can be leveraged to fix real-time production problems by quickly identifying the source, enable product recalls, or validate the end product for customers. A contact-less solution based on RFID, Wi-Fi and sensor technologies will accomplish all this without impacting the manufacturing process.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Integrating PID Controllers Into Automated Processes Via Ethernet]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper2980/</link>
<pubDate>0000-00-00 00:00:00</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Ethernet communications is rapidly gaining popularity in industrial applications because it enables the real-time exchange of information between processing equipment and companies&#39; Ethernet-based management systems. The emergence of protocols such as EtherNet/IP enables engineers to attain the advantages of using Ethernet in industrial applications.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Microsoft Dynamics CRM 4.0: Database Scalability for the Enterprise]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper3047/</link>
<pubDate>2008-08-01 08:50:41</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Microsoft Dynamics CRM 4.0 demonstrated its ability to scale to support the needs of an enterprise organization with a very large customer service database. In a test based on a customer database of over 1 billion records, Microsoft Dynamics CRM was able to achieve sub-second response times using a modest hardware configuration.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Controlling HR Benefit Costs by Controlling the Data]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper3108/</link>
<pubDate>0000-00-00 00:00:00</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[How bad has the impact of the high costs of benefits become? For the past five years, the cost of healthcare rose at double-digit rates, greater than the growth of wages or inflation. The high cost of employee benefits is one of the primary reasons preventing leading companies from achieving their financial objectives. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Data Center Automation:  Accelerating Market Maturity Through Investment in IT]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper3363/</link>
<pubDate>2008-09-04 12:52:53</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Today, 84% of IT organizations view automation as a top investment priority for delivering on business outcomes.&nbsp; Explore key priorities and trends based on IDC&rsquo;s global survey of 164 IT professionals, including the role of automation across &ldquo;IT silos&rdquo; and virtualization, cost efficiencies and process standardization, and market maturity.&nbsp; Read this new IDC survey to learn more.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Implementing Kanban Alternatives In Lean Manufacturing]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper3380/</link>
<pubDate>2008-09-12 15:32:54</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[For many years small to midsize manufacturers and ERP software providers struggled with the notion that full system implementations included more complexity, not to mention cost, than could be incurred by organizations with limited resources. Fortunately, drastic improvements in price performance, enhancements to underlying technologies and introduction of new forms of delivery have made ERP solutions viable and affordable to manufacturing companies of all sizes. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Benefits of a SaaS E-Commerce Solution]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper3381/</link>
<pubDate>2008-09-10 09:31:24</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Software as a service (SaaS) is an application delivery model where a software vendor develops a web-native software application and hosts and operates the application for use by its customers over the Internet. One of the biggest distinctions about this business model is that customers do not pay for owning the software itself but rather for using it.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Benefits of an Integrated E-Commerce Solution]]></title>
<link>http://whitepapers.windowsnetworking.com/whitepaper3383/</link>
<pubDate>0000-00-00 00:00:00</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Businesses today are increasingly looking to the Web to streamline processes and maximize resources. Thus, an eCommerce solution that enables you to leverage existing processes and systems is the key to harnessing the power of the Web.]]></description>
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