Enterprise business applications
Enterprise business applications are an integral part of an organization's IT strategy and CIOs are tasked with making sure employees have the right applications and that those applications are running smoothly. Read the latest news and opinion on enterprise applications such as ERP, CRM, open source and supply chain management software as well as mobile apps.
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What should be in a CIO’s IT strategic plan?
This complimentary document comprehensively details the elements of a strategic IT plan that are common across the board – from identifying technology gaps and risks to allocating IT resources and capabilities. The SearchCIO.com team has compiled its most effective, most objective, most valued feedback into this single document that’s guaranteed to help you better select, manage, and track IT projects for superior service delivery.
Enterprise business applications News
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August 21, 2018
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Aug'18
Gartner Catalyst 2018: A future without data centers?
Cloud computing advancements have led some organizations to consider eliminating their data centers. Here are strategies to determine which applications are cloud-ready.
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July 20, 2018
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Jul'18
Digital transformation in logistics: Delmar begins tech overhaul
Delmar International has agreed to move its IT infrastructure to Rackspace managed services, representing a huge shift for Delmar's IT strategy and digital transformation plans.
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February 28, 2018
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Feb'18
Survey: Customer service chatbots aren't crowd-pleasers -- yet
A recent survey by Chatbots.org found that less than half of consumers find chatbots effective. What does that mean for CIOs trying to integrate the technology?
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October 31, 2017
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Oct'17
2017 Gartner Symposium: A SearchCIO photo roundup
In this photo roundup, we chronicle the SearchCIO team's experience at the 2017 Gartner Symposium and highlight some key sessions and themes from the event.
Enterprise business applications Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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ERP (enterprise resource planning)
ERP, or enterprise resource planning, is a modular software system designed to integrate the main functional areas of an organization's business processes into a unified system. Continue Reading
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product lifecycle (in marketing)
The product lifecycle, in a marketing context, is all the stages of a product's life span that are related to its promotion and sales. The marketing lifecycle is traditionally broken down into four stages: introduction, growth, maturity and decline. Continue Reading
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CFO (Chief Financial Officer)
CFO (Chief Financial Officer) is the corporate title for the person responsible for managing the company's financial operations and strategy. Continue Reading
Evaluate Enterprise business applications Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Ensuring P2P apps don't cause network performance issues with IPv6
Peer-to-peer applications can cause performance issues with IPv6 branch-office networks. Universal Plug and Play might be an effective way to overcome access issues. Continue Reading
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Digital transformation in manufacturing: Carton maker taps Predix software
Learn about a digital transformation project at Swiss manufacturer Sig Combibloc, which is using GE Digital's Predix software and IoT sensors to boost productivity and cut costs. Continue Reading
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Bad data stops business process transformation in its tracks
Dan Morris introduces his new eight-part series on exploring how bad data can sabotage business process transformation and what CIOs need to do to fix it. Continue Reading
Manage Enterprise business applications
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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Resist 'garbage in, gospel out' doctrine -- defend data quality
The 'garbage in, gospel out' approach to business analytics may be a valid approach for doing big data projects, but CIOs should resist it for business transformation. Continue Reading
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A CIO's essential guide to mobile business strategy
Enterprise mobility creates numerous logistical questions for businesses. In this Essential Guide, get news and advice to help implement a successful mobile business strategy. Continue Reading
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Twelve HCM system changes that affect analytics
Here's an in-depth look at 12 changes you might make to your human capital management system that are likely to affect your HR-related analytics data and reporting. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Enterprise business applications Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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5 open source software problems -- and how to manage them
Open source software's appeal is understandable: It's free, accessible and relatively easy to implement. But CIOs should be aware of the pitfalls. Continue Reading
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Business transformation project: Dealing with legacy data
Business transformation requires a solid data foundation. Expert Dan Morris offers a near-term fix for your data-quality problems and the basis for a long-term approach to better data. Continue Reading
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Indoor navigation system transforms working conditions for the blind
An assistive technology program at Bosma Enterprises now includes an indoor navigation system that uses Bluetooth beacons and iOS' native VoiceOver feature. Continue Reading