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					<![CDATA[Enabling Total Spend Analysis in the Enterprise]]>				
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						<![CDATA[ Hear TIBCO Spotfire&apos;s John Callan discuss how you can perform total spend analysis, drive supplier consolidation, identify maverick spend in a user-friendly, visual analysis environment and address a range of KPI&apos;s.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[TIBCO Spotfire Division]]>				
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						Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[Podcast: Enabling Total Spend Analysis in the Enterprise]]>				
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						<![CDATA[ Hear TIBCO Spotfire&apos;s John Callan discuss how you can perform total spend analysis, drive supplier consolidation, identify maverick spend in a user-friendly, visual analysis environment and address a range of KPI&apos;s.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[TIBCO Spotfire Division]]>				
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						Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[10 steps to evaluate Google Apps for Lotus Domino users]]>				
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						<![CDATA[ This expert webcast provides you with 10 steps for organizations that currently use Lotus Notes/Domino to determine if Google Apps is a good fit. Learn how to select a pilot project, calculate ROI and estimate training requirement to assist you in your decision making.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[Google Apps]]>				
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						Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[Podcast- 10 Steps to Evaluate Google Apps for Lotus Domino Users]]>				
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						<![CDATA[ This expert podcast provides you with 10 steps for organizations that currently use Lotus Notes/Domino to determine if Google Apps is a good fit. Learn how to select a pilot project, calculate ROI and estimate training requirement to assist you in your decision making.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[Google Apps]]>				
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						Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[Case Study: Brown-Forman Implements a Warehouse Automation Solution with RF Capabilities]]>				
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						<![CDATA[ Read this case study to learn how by leveraging Catalyst&apos;s expertise in SAP R/3 systems integration and remote data collection using SAP console, Brown-Forman was able to increase shipping throughput, improve space utilization, decrease shipping errors, improve inventory accuracy and stock rotation, and more.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[CDC Global Services &amp;#45; Catalyst]]>				
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						Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[Optimize Your SAP Applications and Maximize Your Return on Investment]]>				
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						<![CDATA[ Companies do not always know what technologies or processes exist that can help them achieve their desired improvements. Read this paper to learn how Catalyst Logistics Assessment for SAP, makes it easy and affordable to identify specific areas where they can improve.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[CDC Global Services &amp;#45; Catalyst]]>				
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						Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[Closing the Gap with ERP EWM: Yard Management and Cross Docking]]>				
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						<![CDATA[ This white paper is designed to give warehouse operations and IT managers an understanding of the capabilities of SAP&apos;s ERP Yard Management and Cross-Docking solutions. Introduced with Release 4.7 extension set 2.0, SAP continues to improve its Logistics offering, while minimizing the gap between Best-of-Breed software solutions.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[CDC Global Services &amp;#45; Catalyst]]>				
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						Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[Task and Resource Management - Optimizing Your Warehouse Operations with SAP &amp; reg; R/3 &amp;  ...]]>				
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					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5140964?pos=28&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5140964&amp;c=CORE</link>
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						<![CDATA[ This white paper is designed to give warehouse operations managers and IT managers a useful framework for understanding SAP&apos;s Task and Resource Management (TRM) application. It presents an overview of TRM and its unique capabilities and benefits to provide key insight into which organizations will reap the highest value from TRM.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[CDC Global Services &amp;#45; Catalyst]]>				
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						Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[Spend Performance Management - Maximize Savings, Reduce Supplier Risks]]>				
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						<![CDATA[ The SAP BusinessObjects  Spend Performance Management application provides full visibility into direct and indirect spend, and helps companies proactively identify cost savings opportunities and supply risks, reduce costs, maintain supply continuity, and increase spend under management.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[SAP America Inc]]>				
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						Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[Using Supply Chain Performance Management Strategically]]>				
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					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5140719?pos=5&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5140719&amp;c=CORE</link>
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						<![CDATA[ Paralleling the explosion in materiel sourcing over the past decade, corporate supply chains have grown strikingly more complex because of a greater amount of outsourcing, increased globalization and a more complex regulatory environment.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[SAP America Inc]]>				
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						Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[Tips for Managing ERP Software Vendors during the Software Selection Process]]>				
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					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5140627?pos=39&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5140627&amp;c=CORE</link>
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						<![CDATA[ It is often said that desperate times call for desperate measures. In recent months, this is certainly the case for some ERP vendors. The good news, however, is that there are ways to manage ERP software vendors to ensure a fair, consistent, and unbiased selection process for your organization. Read on to learn what they are.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[Panorama Consulting Group]]>				
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						Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[Extend SAP Warehouse Management Capabilities: Kubota Tractors Implements SAP &amp; reg; Console]]>				
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					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5140555?pos=50&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5140555&amp;c=CORE</link>
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						<![CDATA[ This case study explains how  Kubota turned to Catalyst to implement SAP® Console Technology and extend SAP warehouse management capabilities.  Read on to learn how Catalyst was able to deliver this inside four months, ensuring no loss of business and driving significant benefits throughout the business.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[CDC Global Services &amp;#45; Catalyst]]>				
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						Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[How to Set Up and Track Small Parcel Shipments Via a Single Point of Access]]>				
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					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5140557?pos=29&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5140557&amp;c=CORE</link>
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						<![CDATA[ This Webcast will demonstrate a new application that delivers seamless integration between SAP and leading global parcel carriers, including FedEx, UPS, DHL, TNT, Purolator and more, without middleware. You will also be able to understand how to track your shipment without accessing multiple systems, from any PC or terminal with access to SAP.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[CDC Global Services &amp;#45; Catalyst]]>				
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						Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[Understanding How Technology Can Support Manufacturing Quality]]>				
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					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5140558?pos=10&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5140558&amp;c=CORE</link>
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						<![CDATA[ In this expert podcast, industry analyst Simon Jacobson discusses the best starting point for a quality improvement initiative within a manufacturing plant, explores what types of software and technology can be used for support, explains why the IT team plays a key role in its success, offers tips on how to reduce error rates, and more.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[Apriso Corporation]]>				
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						Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[Achieve Extraordinary Gains in Inventory Visibility: C &amp; H Sugar Implements SAP &amp; reg; Console]]>				
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						<![CDATA[ When C&amp;H Sugar decided to implement SAP console to further optimize their implementation of core SAP applications, they wanted an expert in radio frequency (RF) transactions. By partnering with Catalyst, they have achieved their goal of increasing visibility and accuracy.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[CDC Global Services &amp;#45; Catalyst]]>				
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						Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[Pocket eGuide - Writing an SLA: Expert Checklist on What to Include in an Outsourcing Contract]]>				
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					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5140522?pos=4&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5140522&amp;c=CORE</link>
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						<![CDATA[ In this E-Guide, independent security expert Shon Harris reviews SLAs, their purpose, and recommended requirements. Also included is a 14 point checklist which outlines core items that must be understood, communicated and agreed upon before signing a contract with any MSSP. Read on to learn more about writing a solid SLA.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[AT&amp;T Corp]]>				
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						Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[Presentation Transcript: Buying Your BI Solution from Your ERP Vendor: Strategic Business  ...]]>				
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					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5140227?pos=37&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5140227&amp;c=CORE</link>
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						<![CDATA[ This presentation transcript explores the benefits and drawbacks of buying business intelligence (BI) solutions from enterprise resource planning (ERP) vendors, and shares survey results that reveal whether or not customers who have gone down the sole-sourcing path are happy with their decision.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[IBM]]>				
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						Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[Improve Synchronization with Streamlined Order Management and Communication: Petmate &amp; reg ...]]>				
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					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5140132?pos=46&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5140132&amp;c=CORE</link>
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						<![CDATA[ Petmate enlisted the help of TAKE Supply Chain&apos;s X.PC to not only streamline the administration of contract manufacturing for Petmate. Read this case study to learn how X.PC transformed Petmate&apos;s manual approach to working with manufacturers through a Web-based collaborative environment that improved shared communications.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[TAKE Supply Chain]]>				
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						Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[Driving Costs Out and Efficiency In with Enterprise Barcode and Radio-Frequency  ...]]>				
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						<![CDATA[ In this paper you will learn how TAKE Supply Chain has developed a scalable, rules-based barcode label and RFID print management platform that allows business users — not IT programmers — to effectively administer tagging output and compliance programs, which can increase efficiency while decreasing costs with RFID label management.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[TAKE Supply Chain]]>				
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						Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[Streamlining the Collection of Shipping, Manufacturing and Warehouse Data with Gemini for  ...]]>				
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						<![CDATA[ Read this paper to learn how Gemini for SAP&amp;reg;, from TAKE Supply Chain, allows manufacturing and distribution personnel to perform complex transactions and data entry. Read on to learn how streamlining the collection of shipping, manufacturing, and warehouse data can greatly reduce errors and increase visibility and profitability.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[TAKE Supply Chain]]>				
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						Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[Blue Bell Creameries &amp; reg; Improves its Inventory Management and Standardizes Procedures  ...]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5140120?pos=47&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5140120&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ To improve inventory management and standardize procedures, Blue Bell turned to TAKE Supply Chain&apos;s Gemini Series&amp;trade; for OPM mobile software solution. Read this case study to learn more about the benefits Blue Bell experienced from switching to TAKE Supply Chain’s Gemini Series™, and learn how your company can do the same.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[TAKE Supply Chain]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[Buying your BI solution from your ERP vendor: Strategic Business Enabler or IT Convenience ...]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5139957?pos=25&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5139957&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ This Podcast explores the benefits and drawbacks of buying business intelligence (BI) solutions from enterprise resource planning (ERP) vendors, and shares survey results that reveal whether or not customers who have gone down the sole-sourcing path are happy with their decision.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[IBM]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[Business Intelligence and Performance Management Assessment Tool]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5139859?pos=3&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5139859&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ This brief 10-minute web-based diagnostic tool will explore your experiences with Business Intelligence (BI) in order to generate a customized report designed to help you identify your top pain points and how to address them and see how your organization stacks-up against leading BI professionals.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[IBM]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[Buying your BI solution from your ERP vendor: Strategic Business Enabler or IT Convenience?]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5139242?pos=38&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5139242&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ This webcast explores the benefits and drawbacks of buying business intelligence (BI) solutions from enterprise resource planning (ERP) vendors, and shares survey results that reveal whether or not customers who have gone down the sole-sourcing path are happy with their decision.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[IBM]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[How to Optimize Supply Chain Management in SAP Environments]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5139396?pos=20&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5139396&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ It&apos;s getting more and more difficult for SAP customers to contain the costs of supply chain management. This eBook looks at the technologies and techniques that SAP customers are using to optimize their sourcing processes and to make their supply chains as efficient as possible.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[TAKE Supply Chain]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[More Accurate Inventory Control Delivers Better Customer Service: Virco Case Study]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5139275?pos=30&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5139275&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ In this case study you will learn how Virco turned to Catalyst, to improve its efficiency and lower costs related to warehouse activities. Catalyst is a warehouse management system that works with current SAP foundations and provides accurate inventory control to eliminate stock-outs, without negatively impacting customer service.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[CDC Global Services &amp;#45; Catalyst]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<title>
					<![CDATA[Eliminating Waste in Supply Chain Network Collaboration]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5139109?pos=35&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5139109&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ The focus of this white paper is to highlight how IT can support the kind of agile, rapid response that is needed to drive out costs and delays in their company&apos;s business collaboration networks.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[Sterling Commerce]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<title>
					<![CDATA[Increasing Operational Efficiency and Agility with BPM]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5138309?pos=11&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5138309&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ In this expert podcast, find out why many companies are turning to business process management (BPM) to automate processes, optimize workflows and improve operational efficiency and agility.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[Esker Inc.]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[Sole-sourcing BI from your ERP vendor: IT convenience or strategic business decision?]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5139209?pos=1&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5139209&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ Datamonitor surveyed 100 SAP customers to understand the implications of sole-sourcing. Read the survey findings and learn the trends and behaviors associated with sole-sourcing BI from ERP vendors.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[IBM]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[10 Ways To Use ERP To Lean The Manufacturing Supply Chain]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5136766?pos=21&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5136766&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ This white paper gives four tips to help you bring lean supply chain improvements to your manufacturing operation.  Additionally, it discusses six technology tools that help automate these lean supply chain practices.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[IFS]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[Case Study: Avocent Increases Its Distribution Capacity and Throughput Without a Costly  ...]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5136650?pos=32&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5136650&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ Avocent needed to increase its distribution capacity and throughput without a costly physical expansion. Read this case study to see how Catalyst stood out as the clear choice to partner Avocent on this project plan of upgrading their SAP warehouse management system.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[CDC Global Services &amp;#45; Catalyst]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[Which SAP &amp; #174; Warehouse Management Application is Right For You?]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5136672?pos=31&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5136672&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ This white paper is designed to give warehouse operations managers and IT managers a useful framework for understanding SAP&amp;#39;s newer Warehouse Management (WM) application functionality. It encompasses a look at both the core ERP Central Component (ECC) functionality in addition to the SCM Extended Warehouse Management product.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[CDC Global Services &amp;#45; Catalyst]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<title>
					<![CDATA[SearchCIO.com eBook: Unlock Outsourcing Potential and Change]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5140563?pos=13&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5140563&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ The key to unlocking outsourcing potential lies in targeting the right projects, choosing your suppliers wisely and then managing them with an eye on economic conditions at that global site. Here&apos;s a step-by-step plan for optimizing savings.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[SearchCIO.com]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Mon, 04 May 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[Smarter Products - The Building Blocks for a Smarter Planet]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5139896?pos=2&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5139896&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ IBM offers the first integrated software platform dedicated to the delivery of smarter products, with our portfolio of software, hardware and services, IBM can help companies create and manage smarter products for a smarter planet.  Read on to learn more.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[IBM]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Fri, 01 May 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[Integrating Corporate Travel, Procurement and Meetings Management: A Best Practices Roadmap ...]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5133929?pos=19&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5133929&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ In this white paper, StarCite presents its latest industry research about where corporations stand when it comes to travel and meetings integration - and a roadmap for companies ready to reap the rewards of an integrated approach.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[StarCite]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Mon, 09 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[eBook: Manufacturing ERP software selection demystified: How to evaluate ERP platforms]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5133824?pos=6&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5133824&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ There are many choices and considerations in the manufacturing ERP software market - and navigating the many options to find the right choice for your organization can seem like an overwhelming task. In this E-Book, read how SearchManufacturingERP.com turned to the experts at Panorama Consulting Group find the right one.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[IQMS]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Thu, 05 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[How to Ensure That Your Employees Will Want to Use CRM]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5133571?pos=34&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5133571&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ This paper outlines the technology building blocks that enable you to create an information-rich environment that empowers your workforce to perform at its peak. Learn how to use data to its fullest--without having to become IT experts.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[Pivotal CRM, a CDC Software solution]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Fri, 20 Feb 2009 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[Supply Chain Cost &amp; #45;Cutting Strategies: How Top Process Industry Performers Take  ...]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5132073?pos=44&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5132073&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ To avoid a 7.96% increase in logistics costs&amp;#44; companies should follow the roadmap of Best in Class companies&amp;#44; which have been able to reduce costs or keep them flat via supply chain transformation.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[SAP America Inc]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Fri, 23 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[Enabling Profitable Growth through Procurement: Transforming the Sourcing and Procurement  ...]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5132060?pos=15&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5132060&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ Sourcing and procurement organizations have great potential to reduce costs&amp;#44; contribute to the bottom line&amp;#44; and deliver against enterprise strategic goals.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[SAP America Inc]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Fri, 23 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[EnterpriseIQ -- Beyond traditional Manufacturing ERP]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5131472?pos=33&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5131472&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ EnterpriseIQ goes beyond traditional ERP software systems by providing a real-time foundation for collaborative and ebusiness environments. From ensuring efficient and timely delivery of products to meeting the dynamic needs of customers and suppliers, IQMS brings it all together, seamlessly.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[IQMS]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[E-Discovery: Thriving in the Information Explosion and Recent Economic Times]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/101021?pos=12&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=101021&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ Join us for an informative discussion about how to not only survive these challenging times, but to use information management to thrive during them.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[Hewlett-Packard Company]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Wed, 29 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[Spend Analytics: A Foundation for Procurement Performance Management]]>				
					</title>
					<link>http://www.knowledgestorm.com/search/index/sol_summary/5140712?pos=14&amp;trkpg=PARTNER_SEARCH_RESULTS_CORE&amp;stype=Procurement Expert Systems&amp;n=5140712&amp;c=CORE</link>
					<description>
						<![CDATA[ Read this white paper from SAP for an interview with Kathleen Wilhide, research director of IDC’s Compliance and Business Performance Management Solutions program.]]>				
					</description>
					<author>
						<![CDATA[SAP America Inc]]>				
					</author>
					<pubDate>
						Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[Spend Analysis: Pulling Back the Cover on Savings]]>				
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						<![CDATA[ As the key findings in this report will show, developing or enhancing a spend analysis program and closing process gaps to ensure tight linkage to the sourcing process are straightforward and practical ways to attain greater savings and deliver greater value in this period of uncertainty and strict budgets.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[SAP America Inc]]>				
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						Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[The Role of ERP in Globalization]]>				
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						<![CDATA[ This whitepaper examines the role of ERP in Globalization in detail, outlining steps to improve current strategies to meet the changing face of the global business of today &amp;#46;&amp;#46;&amp;#46;and tomorrow.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[SAP America Inc]]>				
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						Thu, 18 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[Five Procurement Guidelines You Can &amp; #39;t Afford to Ignore]]>				
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						<![CDATA[ Here is a list of 5 guidelines that companies should keep in mind as they create their spend management program: Data Consolidation&amp;#44; Preferred Vendor Program&amp;#44; Legal Oversight&amp;#44; Company&amp;#45;wide Visibility and Coordination.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[StarCite]]>				
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						Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[Achieve Fuel Distribution Excellence - Drive Efficiency And Growth With Integrated Solutions]]>				
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						<![CDATA[ The SAP for Oil &amp; Gas solution portfolio provides functionality that gives fuel marketers and distributors visibility into their distribution network, integrates customer information, and automates processes to improve efficiency, forecast accuracy, and adaptability.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[SAP America Inc]]>				
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						Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[SAP Business Transformation Study: ConAgra Foods]]>				
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						<![CDATA[ ConAgra Foods, Inc. is one of North America&apos;s largest packaged food companies. With the help of SAP and SmartOps, the company was able to tackle its key challenges in making its supply chain more efficient. Read this case study to learn about the challenges ConAgra faced along with the benefits achieved from implementing SAP and SmartOps solutions.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[SAP AG]]>				
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						Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 EDT				
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					<![CDATA[Master Data Management: Extracting Value from Your Most Important Intangible Asset]]>				
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						<![CDATA[ Effective master data management can save time and money &amp;#45; even enable the capture of incremental revenues&amp;#44; it can also reduce costs while improving customer service.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[SAP America Inc]]>				
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						Mon, 01 Jan 2007 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[Supply Chain Collaboration: The Key to Success in a Global Economy]]>				
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						<![CDATA[ Learn how you can transform traditional supply chains from linear&amp;#44; sequential processes into adaptive supply chain networks.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[SAP America Inc]]>				
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						Mon, 01 Jan 2007 00:00:00 EST				
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					<![CDATA[Understanding and Managing Supply Chain Risk]]>				
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						<![CDATA[ Download this white paper and explore new thinking on potential risk to global supply chains and how companies are adopting the statistical methods more commonly associated with finance and insurance. Learn how identifying and profiling risk variables, quantifying risk and using IT solutions can create higher resilience for supply chain management.]]>				
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						<![CDATA[SAP America Inc]]>				
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						Sun, 01 Jan 2006 00:00:00 EST				
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