Decision Alternative

Software Selection: A Third Alternative Part One: The Buyer’s ...

by Joseph J. Strub ... Alternative discusses the seller’s perspective and presents the third alternative. ... and provide an audit trail that supports the ultimate software decision. ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/ExecutiveView/2008/01/research_notes/MI_EV_XJS_01_21_08_1.asp - 15k - 2008-01-21 Summary: There are two prevailing approaches for selecting enterprise-wide software: the functions and features approach and the business processes approach. Yet a third alternative does exist—one that takes the best aspects of these two to provide the assurances needed by the buyer and the efficiency desired b

Software Selection: A Third Alternative Part Two: Seller's ...

by Joseph J. Strub ... the day, and constructively assist the client in making proper software and technology decision. ... Combing the Best of Both Approaches—The Third Alternative. ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/ExecutiveView/2005/05/research_notes/MI_EV_XJS_05_16_05_1.asp - 16k - 2005-05-16 Summary: Failed projects do not bode well for the vendor. It can cause their sales cycle costs only to rise even more and their reputation to suffer or, at least, become suspect. Surely, the consequences can be much more severe for the client where an incorrect software selection can lead to business losses. Acco

Software Selection: A Third Alternative Part One: The Buyer's ...

by Joseph J. Strub ... and provide an audit trail that supports the ultimate software decision. ... Part Two will discuss the seller's perspective and presents the third alternative. ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/ExecutiveView/2005/05/research_notes/MI_EV_XJS_05_14_05_1.asp - 16k - 2005-05-14 Summary: Recently, the traditional method of selecting software based on functions and features has come under scrutiny. Some even suggest that this method is unduly drawn out and fails to focus on the critical processes of business. As you might expect, vendors would rather sell you out-of-the-box business proce

Managing Risks, Managing Measures: Decision Support Methodologies ...

by Edward S. Robins, PhD ... tools that measure only relative value ie simply compare one alternative to another. ... is only representative of the hole created by poor decision methodologies. ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/ExecutiveView/2002/02/research_notes/MI_EV_ESR_02_28_02_1.asp - 19k - 2002-02-28 Summary: Poor measurement methods can take off millions or more from bottom lines, and contribute at least in part to project failures, corporate inefficiencies and poor technology selections. Industry wide, they have contributed to tens of billions of dollars of unnecessary costs. How do you avoid these expensiv

Evaluating Alternatives: Key Questions To Ask When Considering An ...

by Ned Lilly ... Many companies facing this decision are still running old-style character-based ... New, alternative ERP systems are now appearing that offer the same full ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/Erp/2003/01/research_notes/MI_ER_XNL_01_27_03_1.asp - 11k - 2003-01-27 Summary: Replacing an aging enterprise resource planning/manufacturing resource planning (ERP/MRP) system to stay competitive brings with it a host of questions.

Build versus Buy - A Long Term Decision

by Olin Thompson ... this situation is the exception to that rule should consider the building alternative. ... factors must be considered in the build versus buy decision, short and ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/ExecutiveView/2003/09/research_notes/TU_EV_XOT_09_12_03_1.asp - 13k - 2003-09-12 Summary: With the software industry offering greater options and depth of function , we do not hear the idea of a company building their own software very often, but the option is still discussed and is valid in some situations. When it is discussed, the enterprise often fails in fully evaluating the entire arra

A Case Study and Tutorial in Using IT Knowledge Based Tools Part 2 ...

by E. Robins ... drop down. Pressing "Submit" causes the decision engine to validate all the alternative solutions against this requirement. If you ... http:/.../ResearchHighlights/TechnologySelections/2001/05/research_notes/CS_TS_ESR_05_31_01_1.asp - 30k - 2001-05-31 Summary: This tutorial, part 2 of a two part series on Knowledge Based Selection, demonstrates the selection processes and capabilities of Knowledge Based Selection Methods and Tools. These tools, integrated with business decision making procedures, can arguably reduce selection risk and improve chances for succ

Support for Old Releases-Good for the User but Is It Good for the ...

by Olin Thompson & P.J. Jakovljevic ... If so, then it looks upon supporting the older release as more favorable (other issues are part of the decision like the alternative use of the resources, the ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/Erp/2003/12/research_notes/MI_ER_XOT_12_17_03_1.asp - 17k - 2003-12-17 Summary: The decision to support older releases is like any other business decision, it is all about the money and profitability. If the vendor can make money at providing support for older releases, it is good business for the vendor. The decision may be sugar-coated with pronouncements about doing what is good

Eeny, Meeny, Miny, Moe: Software Selection, Its Pitfalls, and How ...

by Hugh R. Alley ... the criteria helps the selection team reach a common understanding of which alternative will be the most suitable solution. As a result, the decision is often ... http:/.../ResearchHighlights/TechnologySelections/2007/08/research_notes/TU_TS_XHA_08_22_07_1.asp - 19k - 2007-08-22 Summary: The process of selecting software can be streamlined by paying close attention to the types and quantities of criteria you use. Better decision processes will distinguish between two key types of criteria and limit the number of criteria considered.

A Response Management Pioneer Offers Its Solution

by P.J. Jakovljevic ... Manufacturers value the ability to analyze alternative response actions before making a decision on a major trade-off; by proactively modeling and scoring ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/SCM/2008/03/research_notes/NA_SC_PJ_03_19_08_1.asp - 26k - 2008-03-19 Summary: Kinaxis Inc. is answering the needs of global manufacturers by delivering an on-demand response management service. These services are designed to help manufacturers drive quick responses to ever-changing global supply chains and fulfillment networks.