Enterprise Applications

Data analytics are ‘gold’ for pharmaceutical distributor

H.D. Smith is using cloud analytics software to get a better handle on its supply chain, allowing it to slice and dice inventory by profit margin and customer as well as track the shipping route of prescriptions and health and other wellness products

How to manage scope creep when purchasing enterprise software

While most people associate scope creep with software development, it also happens when purchasing cloud or off-the-shelf enterprise software. This article describes how to manage such scope creep.

Q&A: Italo Vignoli on the Italian Ministry of Defense’s move to LibreOffice

LibreOffice continues its march across Europe

Microsoft’s Cortana gives Salesforce customers insights into sales pipeline

Microsoft and Alpine Metrics have joined forces with Salesforce.com to bring the power of predictive analytics to the sales pipeline.

6 criteria for selecting a software implementation consultant

6 criteria for selecting a software implementation consultant

Enterprise software implementation is a big deal, and the right consultant can make your life easier. Here are six essential criteria to consider when selecting a consultant.

7 ways social media can improve customer satisfaction

Social media and customer relationship experts share tips on how to use Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to enhance customersu2019 experience with your brand.

How to optimize requirements scope when purchasing enterprise software

Deciding what requirements should be included when purchasing enterprise software can be tricky. In this article, we look at ways to match corporate expectations with software product market reality.

One quick question to get your audience’s attention

Effective communicators ensure listeners are tuned in when they need them to be.

6 tips for finding a great software implementation consultant

Enterprise software implementations can take many months to several years, and usually require a team effort with internal and external resources. If you need to hire a systems integrator or software implementation firm, here are six tips to help you

Traction Watch: FiveStars enjoys 200 percent growth by sticking to the program

FiveStars, a loyalty app designed to bring retail customers back by offering them incentives and rewards has been enjoying a 200 percent increase across all growth metrics over the past 6 months. Their business model seems to be working, so lets how