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EnterpriseDB Evaluation Guide by EnterpriseDB Corporation November 13, 2009 - (Free Research) This guide will walk you through evaluating EnterpriseDB's products, Postgres Plus Standard Server and Postgres Plus Advanced Server, to help you decide which product is right for you. This evaluation guide will also help with installation and testing and provide additional information on how to use the product. (EGUIDE) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO

Gaining the Performance Edge Using a Column-Oriented Database Management System by Sybase, Inc. July 01, 2009 - (Free Research) This paper explores the data explosion phenomenon and why column-oriented database systems are able to provide the boost that is needed to gain the performance edge. The paper contrasts row-oriented systems with column-oriented systems, and then elaborates on the benefits of the columnar approach. (WHITE PAPER) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO WHITE PAPER

Improve Operational Performance by Visualizing and Analyzing Relevant KPI and KPD Metrics: Support Continuous Improvement with Value Stream Management and Operational Intelligence by myDIALS Inc. November 04, 2009 - (Free Research) This paper outlines the use of Key Performance Indicators (KPI metrics) together with associated Key Performance Drivers (KPD metrics) within the context of value stream management to support continuous operational performance improvement. (WHITE PAPER) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO WHITE PAPER

Video Whitepaper: Managing Risk and Uncertainty - An Executive's Guide to Integrated Business Planning by Oracle Corporation November 03, 2009 - (Free Research) A time of unprecedented market volatility and competition calls for a new business strategy. View this video white paper to learn how integrated business planning can help your company align strategic, operational, and financial plans. (VIDEO) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO

Webcast: Trust but Verify....Managing and Auditing Privileged Users by IBM September 18, 2009 - (Free Research) Discover the hidden dangers posed by privileged users and the damages they have caused. This webcast features two senior analysts from Burton Group Identity and Privacy Strategies, as well as IBM identity and access management solutions that can help address this challenge. (WEBCAST) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO WEBCAST

Driving Better, Faster Decision Making through Finance by SAP AG October 30, 2009 - (Free Research) In order to work effectively, the CFO needs a single unified view that integrates data from multiple data sources and key performance indicators (KPIs), and places them in the context of strategic goals and financial plans. (WHITE PAPER) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO WHITE PAPER

Simplify Reporting with XL Reporter in SAP® Business One by SAP AG August 01, 2008 - (Free Research) With the SAP® Business One application, you get a fully integrated financial analysis and reporting tool that provides quick access to comprehensive data. The XL Reporter tool uses a familiar interface and unique drag-and-drop technology to simplify report creation for financial and operational data. (WHITE PAPER) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO WHITE PAPER

Streamline Your Business, Accelerate Your Growth: Using an Affordable Application Built for Small Businesses by SAP AG October 26, 2009 - (Free Research) The SAP® Business One application offers a single, affordable way to manage your entire business – from sales and customer relationships to financials and operations. Designed specifically for small businesses, it helps you streamline processes, act on timely information, and accelerate profitable growth. (WHITE PAPER) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO WHITE PAPER

On-Demand ERP in the Enterprise: A practical CIO guide to implementation by NetSuite May 01, 2009 - (Free Research) This paper sets out a framework for deciding on and implementing on-demand ERP within enterprises.. It examines key concerns such as data integrity in enterprise systems, maintaining compliance and ensuring proper process management, as well as discussing new skills and approaches to help maximize returns on investment. (WHITE PAPER) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO WHITE PAPER

Management Excellence: Leveraging Technology and Techniques by Oracle Corporation November 01, 2008 - (Free Research) One in a series of white papers about management excellence, this white paper describes the techniques and technologies that organizations should master on their way to management excellence. (WHITE PAPER) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO WHITE PAPER

ROI Evaluation Report: IBM Cognos Software by IBM May 05, 2009 - (Free Research) Companies that use IBM Cognos software are able to improve productivity, reduce or avoid headcount, reduce financing costs, and increase profitability. These benefits are achieved because when employees can rapidly access and analyze data in consistent ways, they are better able to make business changes that both lower costs and increase revenues. (WHITE PAPER) GO TO WHITE PAPER

The importance of IT governance in an economic recession by Innotas September 16, 2009 - (Free Research) Hear from Brian Barnier, Principal at ValueBridge, as he speaks on how a formal governance process will ensure a positive impact on your bottom line. Also, get answers to some of the toughest governance questions, including “how important is risk evaluation in IT governance?” (PODCAST) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO PODCAST

Converting Information Into Cash For Retail by Sterling Commerce September 01, 2009 - (Free Research) This paper gives tips on how CIOs and LOB executives can close the gap between them when it comes to an organization’s ability to most strategically utilize technology to optimally leverage the value and power of information for the success of the organization. (WHITE PAPER) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO WHITE PAPER

Performance Assurance Lifecycle for Virtual Infrastructures by VKernel November 2008 - (Free Research) Read this paper to learn how the Performance Assurance Lifecycle eliminates performance and financial risks, taking the data center from 15-20 percent virtualized to 70-100 percent. (WHITE PAPER) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO WHITE PAPER

Sales and Operations Planning: The Key to Continuous Demand Satisfaction by SAP America Inc March 2007 - (Free Research) Find out how leading companies are designing their sales and operations planning (S&OP) processes to continuously monitor and meet customer demand. (WHITE PAPER) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO WHITE PAPER

Enterprise Performance Management - Financial Excellence and Beyond by SAP America Inc February 2008 - (Free Research) Read why top CFOs are shifting from their traditional financial role dealing with standardized business processes and systems to that of change agent and strategic advisor to the CEO. (WHITE PAPER) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO WHITE PAPER

Beyond Boundaries: A New Role for Finance in Driving Business Collaboration by SAP America Inc June 2008 - (Free Research) In June 2008, CFO Research Services conducted a research program among senior finance executives in the United States, Europe, Asia, and Australia. The research looked at what kinds of alliances companies are forming and how finance sees itself working with internal and external partners to establish and assess successful alliances. (ANALYST REPORT) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO ANALYST REPORT

Enterprise Contract Management for Life Sciences: Integrating Contract Creation, Administration, and Execution by SAP America Inc June 2009 - (Free Research) Leading life sciences companies are recognizing the need for synchronized, enterprise-wide pricing and contract management processes. An integrated solution can provide the transparency needed to satisfy auditors, balance pricing with go-to-market strategies, and support sales and finance teams - including accurately predicting margins. (WHITE PAPER) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO WHITE PAPER

Enabling The Lean Enterprise: A Three-Tiered Approach to Improving Your Operations by SAP America Inc June 2009 - (Free Research) Recently, many businesses have used lean principles to move from a decentralized corporate management mode to a hybrid model - recognizing that different functions require different levels of centralized management to be efficient and effective. Read this whitepaper to learn a three-tiered approach to improving your operations. (WHITE PAPER) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO WHITE PAPER

Business Intelligence for the Small to Medium Sized Business (SMB) by SAP America Inc June 2009 - (Free Research) Based on feedback from almost 650 end-user organizations, this report serves as a roadmap for SMBs looking to improve their analytical capability and achieve Best-in-Class performace through the deployment of BI. (WHITE PAPER) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO WHITE PAPER

The Profitability Perspective: How Automated Reporting Drives Better Decisions by SAP America Inc June 2009 - (Free Research) Driving sustainable growth requires profitability-focused planning and performance management. This special study highlights some key survey findings, which collectively show that profitability reporting is increasing in importance and the use of technology and more sophisticated costing and reporting solutions is high on the agendas of many... (CASE STUDY) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO CASE STUDY

Oracle AppCast: Aligning Finance and Operations with Business Strategy by Oracle Corporation September 2009 - (Free Research) Complexity, uncertainty, global competition and shrinking cycle times are all challenges organizations face today. As a result, finance needs to take on the role of a business partner and work with operations to accommodate the business plan. In order to do this, the proper tools need to be in place. (PODCAST) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO PODCAST

Lean IT: The Time for Transformation is Now by CA August 2009 - (Free Research) Many institutions are investigating opportunities to create more value for customers by eliminating or reducing non-value-adding activities. Lean processing, long a staple in manufacturing, provides this opportunity for increasing efficiency within financial services. (ANALYST REPORT) VIEW ABSTRACT | GO TO ANALYST REPORT

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