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Java development methodologies -- Part II

An SDN contributor describes various approaches that are available for creating Java-based iViews based on Java methodologies. Continue Reading
Java development methodologies -- Part I

Umair Salam discusses the different interfaces available for Java iView development and looks at each methodology in detail. Continue Reading
T-SQL and PL/SQL common languages for database-independent applications

Common languages in T-SQL and PL/SQL exist to allow developers to write applications in database-independent environments. Common languages and interfaces such as ANSI and ODBC offer solutions to the database interoperability problem. Continue Reading
Dealing with backup server instability

Rick Cook outlines common causes of backup failure and suggests tips for avoiding backup server instability. Continue Reading
Security buying in five easy steps

Choosing a security product or service is not rocket science. But you can save money, reduce stress and have VARS competing for you if you follow these simple steps. Continue Reading

Managed security services: What's right for you?

Outsourcing security is not for every SMB. Thorough evaluation of your systems and IT needs help determine if managed security service providers are the right fit for your IT organization. Continue Reading
Ajax everywhere: Which framework to choose?

Writing and debugging Ajax, a JavaScript- and XML-driven development technique, can be difficult. In this tip, an expert introduces several frameworks like Prototype and Scriptaculous, to ease programming issues. Continue Reading
Nmap Technical Guide

By now, most infosec pros have heard of Nmap, and most would agree that even though the popular freeware tool is invaluable, installing, configuring and running it in the enterprise is no easy task. With that in mind, SearchSecurity.com, in ... Continue Reading
Systems management checklist: Software upgrades

Software upgrades are an inevitable part of using technology, and it is likely that even the smallest upgrade will alter your system in some way. Although these changes are simply the price, for example, of security patches or better compatibility, ... Continue Reading
Privacy and your offshore operations

Most companies are used to considering the implications of Sarbanes-Oxley and Gramm-Leach-Bliley on their domestic operations, but thinking about security and privacy offshore is just as important. Contributor Joel Dubin explains how to ensure ... Continue Reading
MySAP CRM: The official guidebook to SAP CRM 4.0

It is imperative to establish effective sales processes. Working together with marketing, sales order processing, and service, the goal of sales business processes is to establish and enhance business relationships with customers. Learn about sales ... Continue Reading

CRM ROI series: Building a business case for SaaS CRM

If you're considering hosted CRM, take the time to make sure it will yield quantifiable business improvements. In this business case for Software as a Service (SaaS) CRM, contributor Dan Merriman outlines the questions an organization should ask ... Continue Reading
Why NetWeaver matters as a composition platform, part two

Start practicing the BPX role. Have a look at a methodology used in NetWeaver to successfully transition business process requirements into business process models ready to be specified and implemented into composite processes within your domain ... Continue Reading
MDM-XI-R/3 integration

Learn how to integrate Master Data Management (MDM) and SAP R/3 using SAP PI in short frame with SAP NetWeaver as the framework in this tip authored by Bala Subbaiah Gorla of SDN. Inbound and outbound scenarios are presented. Continue Reading
Why NetWeaver matters as a composition platform, part three

Truong completes his introduction to the Enterprise Process Framework by translating business process models into executable and manageable business processes. Continue Reading