November 2012

November 21, 2012 21 Nov'12
Mastering SAP HANA data modeling for maximum performance

Expert Don Loden explains the different types of modeling in SAP HANA and how to approach building data structures that will support maximum performance at all levels within SAP HANA. Continue Reading
November 21, 2012 21 Nov'12
SAP: Rapid Deployment Solutions often misunderstood

The perception that SAP Rapid Deployment Solutions (RDS) were meant to be basic, plain vanilla software packages for any company is wrong, according to one SAP executive. Continue Reading
November 15, 2012 15 Nov'12
SAP announces CRM on HANA

SAP announced the SAP 360 Customer package, a hyped-up version of SAP CRM that runs on SAP HANA, at the combined TechEd/Sapphire Now conference in Madrid. Continue Reading

November 12, 2012 12 Nov'12
SAP Financials OnDemand debuts

SAP announced it is finally wading into the Software as a Service, or SaaS financials market with its new SAP Financials OnDemand. Continue Reading
November 12, 2012 12 Nov'12
Predictive analytics software: SAP or 'best-of-breed'?

SAP makes a strong case for its new BusinessObjects Predictive Analytics software, but it's not a universal fit for all SAP shops, according to experts. Continue Reading
November 12, 2012 12 Nov'12
SAP outlines plan for Sybase, SAP HANA in-memory platform integration

SAP is making progress on its plans to integrate its Sybase and HANA database platforms into one product, according to one company executive. Continue Reading
November 08, 2012 08 Nov'12
Have a plan when deciding between SAP, best-of-breed text analytics software

Companies considering text analytics software need to ask themselves a few key questions before deciding what software vendor to deploy, according to experts. Continue Reading
November 06, 2012 06 Nov'12
New SAP EPM OnDemand apps focus on planning, cost control, profit

The new wave of SAP EPM OnDemand applications for tablets and smartphones has a function-rich environment to rival the desktop and laptop. Continue Reading
November 01, 2012 01 Nov'12
SAP announces SAP SuccessFactors Jam collaboration platform

The new social collaboration platform combines SAP SuccessFactors Jam and SAP StreamWork, but is more tightly integrated with SAP enterprise software. Continue Reading

What's next for ServiceMax's asset performance management suite?

ServiceMax is no longer in GE Digital. But its relationship with Predix will continue, and there are new opportunities to ...

Finding the right ERP consultants is key to project success

With ERP implementations, choosing the right or wrong project consultants can be the difference between success and failure, so ...

Cummins and Noble Plastics see factory of the future vision

When it comes to manufacturing, Cummins and Noble Plastics are embracing technological innovation. But with new technologies come...

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First take on Oracle 19c: 6 useful enhancements for DBAs

Database administrator Brian Peasland lists some of the new and updated features coming in Oracle Database 19c that he thinks ...

Click-to-launch tools pull apps through Oracle Cloud Infrastructure marketplace

Oracle has made it easier for customers to choose and launch third-party software onto its cloud. Now, the question is whether ...

Rewards program provider taps Oracle IaaS for app migration

Oracle struggles in IaaS against AWS and Azure, but one Oracle cloud customer said its move there is a success, albeit within an ...

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DataOps is more than DevOps for data, Delphix CTO says

Data operations is young compared to DevOps, but it is increasingly used as part of projects that put data at the center of ...

Originators form group to boost Presto SQL query engine

The Presto engine arose as an alternative to Hive for big data queries. Now, the Presto Software Foundation has formed to promote...

5 best practices for managing real-time data integration

Real-time data integration isn't like traditional data integration -- "it's moving, it's dirty and it's temporal," cautions one ...

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AWS WebSocket support ushers in real-time serverless features

The WebSockets vs. HTTP debate has changed for AWS users. With WebSocket support for Amazon API Gateway, users can build ...

AWS predictive scaling boosts cloud's resource management

AWS Auto Scaling offers adjustable resources for workloads with fluctuations in demand. With predictive scaling, AWS applies ...

Use AWS Firecracker to build micro VMs for containerized apps

Firecracker has many of the benefits of containers and VMs, without some of their limitations. Here are a few things to know if ...

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Attunity acquisition expands data management for Qlik users

Qlik's acquisition of Attunity is another sign of the BI vendor's data management ambitions -- and may help attract new users ...

What to consider when choosing big data file formats

While JSON may be the go-to data format for developers, Parquet, ORC or other options may be better for analytics applications. ...

Avoid turbulence when shifting to data analytics in the cloud

When migrating BI and data analytics to the cloud, factor existing analytics processes, software evaluation, data protection and ...

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Customer success tools pave the way for business advancement

Quick Base launched an online university with the help of Skilljar to offer ongoing training, improving CX and increasing the ...

CEO plots course for Televerde women's prison call centers

Working at a Televerde women's prison call center outpays many inmate jobs and sets agents up for careers on the outside. CEO ...

Giving inmates a second chance as prison call center agents

Televerde staffs contact centers with incarcerated women, where they are paid the federal minimum wage. CEO Morag Lucey and COO ...

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How content services can speed up cloud content migration

During a continuous, or hot, migration, a content services platform can move content from the legacy repository to a new one -- a...

Personalized content solidifies the customer experience

Today's customers expect customized, curated digital experiences. Learn how to deliver what customers need and stay ahead of the ...

Create a winning personalized customer journey

Web content management platforms, customer data platforms and matchmaking can all help companies create and implement a ...

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Antibias diversity tools grow, spinning off a new market

Antibias software is a rapidly growing HR market, according to a new report that offers what may be the first comprehensive look.

AI in recruiting may be above HR's head

Video job interviews are powerful tools. HireVue's AI algorithm can watch a candidate without losing focus and notice things a ...

Cybersecurity education: How HR can plan for the inevitable

Cybersecurity is a major concern for any organization, but employees continue to be a top threat. HR can help mitigate insider ...