Enterprise software

Article (4)
  • Turning OS migration into opportunities
    Migrating to a new operating system (OS) can be a mammoth task for organisations - from hardware compatibility checks, system requirement planning, backup of important data, down to the actual execution to hundreds or thousands of systems across an organisation and its remote offices.
  • Organisations use business analytics to solve problems
    Business analytics empowers organisations to solve complex business problems, manage performance to achieve measurable business objectives, drive sustainable growth through innovation and anticipate and manage change. It allows organisations to make a difference, providing the insight and understanding to support fact-based decisions and confident actions - and providing the feedback that is needed to create a learning organisation.
  • QA essentials for deploying new IT systems
    Thorough quality assurance is crucial to effectively deploying new IT systems. Nick Finlayson, Capgemini Australia’s Head of Testing Services, discusses how to choose the right outsourced testing partner for your organisation.
  • Technology transforms business, process and management
    Business process management (BPM) was unheard of just a few years ago, but the concept has now taken centre stage to become one of today’s most discussed business and technology management trends. Software AG’s Stephen Keys outlines the genesis of BPM and how it has evolved.
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  • On demand: in demand?
    It’s been a decade since the new software-as-a-service (SaaS) companies burst onto the market with promises of a revolution that would change the way we buy software forever. This feature questions whether we have seen the death and rebirth of the software industry.
  • Self-service business intelligence
    The need to know and to know quickly is more and more imperative in a competitive environment. Stuart Barnard recognises this and outlines how much easier it is to have self-service business intelligence up and running without waiting for a full-blown project to implement it.
  • Addressing interoperability
    Interoperability isn’t just about resolving software and data centre diversity, writes Greg Stone.
  • Planning for the Vista/Office implementation
    It's a leap in faith to do a wholesale implementation of Microsoft's latest operating system, Vista and the new version of Office without a comprehensive plan
  • Voice and speech technology gaining credibility
    With voice being recognised now as the second most accurate form of biometrics for security after the iris, both voice and speech recognition technologies are gaining in credibility for a number of new applications
  • Enterprise 2.0 will bring radical change in organisations
    Enterprise 2.0 is the term for the technologies and business practices that are aimed at liberating the workforce from the constraints of legacy communication and productivity tools, such as email
Product (39)
  • Avanade ERP for Wholesale Distribution
    Avanade has expanded its enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions for finance, business intelligence, human resources and customer relationship management (CRM) with a solution for wholesale distribution, enabling wholesale distributors to become more agile, improve collaboration, streamline operations and focus more on their customers.
  • Happen Business Jim2 version 3.2 Business Engine workflow-based accounting software
    Jim2 version 3.2 Business Engine workflow-based accounting software automates tasks, provides B2B electronic commerce and resources scheduling, offers full stock control with serial number tracking and provides comprehensive reporting.
  • simPRO job management software
    Scheduling in simPRO provides users with a clear snapshot of available technicians, contractors and equipment for ease of scheduling jobs in an integrated job management platform.
  • DST Global Solutions HiPortfolio 3v10
    HiPortfolio 3v10, the latest release of investment accounting and asset servicing software from DST Global Solutions, has an extended depth of processing for derivatives processing, reconciliation and unit pricing.
  • Micro Focus Silk for SAP solutions
    Micro Focus Silk, a set of integrated modules for use with SAP solutions, provides application life cycle support for SAP applications and all current industry requirements for testing.
  • Progress Software SOA enterprise integration solution
    Progress Software has released an SOA enterprise integration solution. The solution is intended to reduce the time it takes to deploy IT infrastructure and accelerate the time it takes to derive value from such infrastructure implementation.
  • Maximizer CRM 12 mobile CRM solution
    The Maximizer CRM 12 mobile CRM software is compatible with the latest mobile devices and features enhanced web access performance, expanded customisation options, full integration with LinkedIn and expanded capabilities in business intelligence, measuring marketing ROI and iCalendar and SharePoint integration.
  • MicroStrategy Gateway for Facebook
    Gateway for Facebook is a cloud-based service that can interconnect enterprise IT environments and enterprise applications with the Facebook social graph.
  • SAP Business ByDesign business management software
    SAP Business ByDesign, the software-as-a-service business management software, is now available in Australia.
  • Progress Responsive Process Management (RPM) R2.0 suite software
    Progress Responsive Process Management (RPM) R2.0 suite software allows enterprises to make changes in their business operations in response to patterns indicating impending business events, such as opportunities and threats.
  • Canon eCopy v5 scanning and workflow software
    Canon has released eCopy v5 scanning and workflow software that enables the rapid deployment and management of eCopy across a business, with versions that scale to meet the performance requirements for workgroups, departments and global enterprises.
  • Quest Software Office 365 migration support
    Quest’s comprehensive suite of pre-migration assessment, migration and coexistence solutions simplifies Microsoft cloud deployments with Office 365 migration support for Lotus Notes, GroupWise, Good Gmail and Exchange.
  • Quest Notes Migrator for SharePoint software
    The Notes Migrator for SharePoint can be used for migrating Lotus Notes, Lotus QuickPlace/Quickr and Domino.Doc applications to SharePoint and SharePoint Online. It streamlines the process of migrating to SharePoint 2010 and Microsoft Office 365, while providing high data fidelity and requiring fewer development resources.
  • Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2011 on-premises and partner-hosted deployments
    The Dynamics CRM 2011 for on-premises and partner-hosted deployments complements the latest version of Dynamics CRM Online, which delivers Dynamics CRM 2011 as an on-demand cloud service from Microsoft’s data centres.
  • CA Mainframe Chorus and CA Mainframe Chorus for DB2 Database Management
    The CA Mainframe Chorus and CA Mainframe Chorus for DB2 Database Management are now available.
  • Infor ION software services
    Infor ION services are designed for companies of all sizes to enable application integration, business process management and shared data reporting. By automating the most difficult data sharing tasks, it gives mid-market companies the ability to more quickly and easily organise, analyse and collaborate on information from throughout their operations.
  • Compuware Changepoint 2010
    The Changepoint 2010 project portfolio management and professional services automation solution offers support for mobile devices such as the Blackberry and iPhone while also providing enhanced support for team collaboration, executive decision-making and other customer-sponsored usability enhancements.
  • IBM Power7 systems
    The IBM Power7 systems are designed to manage demanding emerging applications, from smart electrical grids to real-time analytics for financial markets, and have increased capabilities in virtualisation, energy savings and cost-efficient use of memory.
  • LANDesk Asset Lifecycle Manager 4.0
    LANDesk Software has announced LANDesk Asset Lifecycle Manager 4.0 for software asset management, data centre readiness and increased integration and control so users can more easily discover, track and manage software licences.
  • Software AG webMethods 8 business integration software
    Software AG has announced webMethods 8, the webMethods platform that offers functionality across Enterprise Integration, B2B, Business Process Management, BAM, and SOA Governance (CentraSite).
  • Workforce management
    PerformanceEdge has announced that workforce management capabilities will be available in eWorkforce Management 7.2. These features are intended to streamline the scheduling process.
  • SalesLogix v7.5 customer relationship management suite
    The SalesLogix v7.5 customer relationship management suite is now available in Australia and New Zealand.
  • Enterprise resource planning
    Epicor 9 is an enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution.
  • Contact centre software
    A new feature within Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 assists with customer interactions and improves first-call resolution.
  • Database analysis
    Foglight Database Performance Analysis monitors and analyses database workload to identify performance issues and isolate root cause.
  • Website manipulation and tracking
    Three applications for changing the experience of a website visitor are now available from Vignette. The Recommendations application helps organisations deliver more targeted web experiences to customers through content recommendations, product recommendations and social search
  • Remote server administration
    The Dominion KX II-101 is a palm-sized, single-port KVM-over-IP solution.
  • RightNow Customer relationship management
    RightNow February '08 is an on demand customer relationship management solution.
  • Searchable CRM
    Sage CRM v6 is a customer relationship management product designed for small and medium businesses.
  • RightNow 8.2 customer relationship management application
    RightNow 8.2 is a customer relationship management application that integrates communications into a single thread.
  • Contact and customer management
    Sage ACT! 2008 is a contact management and customer relationship management system with search functionalities, administration capabilities and a number of deployment options.
  • Service process managers
    Avocent has announced a major expansion to its MergePoint 5200 family of service processor managers.
  • Database software
    FileMaker has made available FileMaker Pro 9, a version of its desktop database for Windows and Mac OS.
  • Dashboard creation
    WebSphere Dashboard Framework contains re-usable software automation components and dashboard-specific features (like alerting, charting, and filtering) that help speed the creation of composite dashboard applications. It is suitable for companies that want to create standards-based dashboards.
  • Asset management software
    Interwoven has released a new version of its digital asset management product, MediaBin 4.6. The product is also a key component of the new brand management solution. Designed to meet the needs of creative services and marketing teams, the update includes new capabilities, performance enhancements and usability refinements.
  • Customisable relationships
    Summer 07 is Salesforce's customer relationship management application that incorporates platform-as-a-service (PaaS) functionality.
  • Linux databases
    Oracle Database 11g is now available on the Linux platform, with four options available in the Enterprise edition.
  • Document collaboration
    Enterprise Document Control is a content collaboration suite, including server-based web services and an integrated client suite for the Microsoft Office system. It combines content analysis and classification, document comparison, automation of review workflows, security, policy enforcement and an audit trail.
  • Conference administration application
    Polycom has introduced ReadiManager SE200 version 2.0, an integrated application for conference management, scheduling, gatekeeping and device control.
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Case Study (15)
  • Rebel Sport implements automated IT management systems
    Sporting goods retailer Rebel Sport has deployed automated IT systems management software across 130 stores in Australia and New Zealand, as well as its head office. The decision to implement the solution came after Rebel had been grappling with costly, complex, outdated and disparate software solutions for years.
  • Mining consultancy suite on business software
    KRC Mining Consultants has implemented a suite of Oracle software spanning enterprise resource planning, human resources, financials, document management and project management.
  • ERP prises open Clear Solar's financials
    Clear Solar, one of Australia's largest solar power installation companies, has implemented a business-wide enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution, giving staff a better view of the company's financials and inventory.
  • Private hospital group improves admin systems
    Healthe Care improves patient administration with database support from Dataweave.
  • Wodonga City Council provides responsive online services
    One of Victoria’s fastest growing regional cities, Wodonga, has a municipal population of approximately 35,000 in a region of 170,000 people. The Wodonga City Council serves this rapidly growing provincial city and plays a vital role in raising community living standards through improved delivery of services to residents.
  • Kimberly-Clark field force stays in front with CRM
    Kimberly-Clark Australia (KCA) had committed nearly six years to developing a highly successful instore business model for its consumer products field services team and was ready to drive productivity gains and increase sales opportunities with the support of a sophisticated CRM system.
  • Productivity boost from IT management suite
    With more than 300 stores across Australia and New Zealand, and nearly 5000 team members, the Super Cheap Auto Group Limited (Super Cheap Auto) has grown to become one of the largest retailers in the region.
  • Kathmandu scales the heights with Pronto
    Kathmandu is an iconic outdoor equipment and clothing retailer that has been helping travellers reach the summit of their adventures for more than 20 years. The brand is synonymous with quality, functional design and rugged high performance.
  • Lion Nathan optimises operations
    In an ongoing project to streamline Lion Nathan’s logistics processes, the company has gone live with Infor SCM Advanced Planning Optimisation across the seven breweries in Australia, enabling them to greatly reduce the complexity of their logistics and brewery planning operations. In addition, Lion Nathan has deployed Infor SCM Advanced Scheduler in the six main Australian breweries to provide an integrated, advanced, uniform scheduling process.
  • UTS proves BI theory is more than just academics
    University of Technology, Sydney (UTS) is delivering information faster to students by using an IBM business intelligence system, Cognos 8.3, as its new student management reporting tool.
  • Software automation slows customer churn
    Vodafone Australia recently replaced its manual marketing processes with an automated software solution, slowing customer churn to other operators.
  • Business intelligence boosts ambulance operations
    St John Ambulance Australia’s National Business Centre (NBC) has chosen QlikView business intelligence software, which will bring additional operational and financial focus to the management of its business.
  • Business software for local council
    Located in central Queensland, Belyando Shire Council has approximately 140 full-time employees and serves a population of 12,500. In early 2006, the council went looking for a more functional and flexible solution than their ageing incumbent system
  • Management suite controls Lifeline's licences
    An agency of Uniting Care Queensland, Lifeline Community Care Queensland, plays a crucial role in the lives of many Queenslanders
  • Global expansion for scalability and performance
    Co-founded in Australia in 1991, MYOB is a provider of business management systems for small-to-medium-sized enterprises

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