WHITE PAPER:   Posted: 16 Nov 2009 | Published: 16 Nov 2009
For many companies reverse logistics is the last frontier of waste in today's supply chain. To help identify where poorly managed returns may be affecting your bottom line, this paper takes a look at the six hidden costs of reverse logistics.
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WHITE PAPER:   Posted: 16 Nov 2009 | Published: 16 Nov 2009
This paper is designed to provide a blueprint for evaluating software solutions that have the potential to assist organizations in meeting their returns objectives. This model can also serve as a useful tool in objectively identifying compelling yet rudimentary products.
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WEBCAST:   Posted: 16 Nov 2009 | Premiered: Available On Demand
This webcast discusses a new method for dealing with part nonconformance. Additionally, this webcast will present a demonstration of software that will was created to deal with part nonconformance that can reduce costs and save time for any organization.
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WEBCAST:   Posted: 16 Nov 2009 | Premiered: Available On Demand
In this webcast you'll learn about the seven best practice strategies that your company needs to transform your reverse logistics into a value-added process. You will also gain a fresh perspective on developing the practices and methods needed to recapture value from returned items, protecting your brand’s integrity, and more!
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WEBCAST:   Posted: 16 Nov 2009 | Premiered: Available On Demand
This webcast explores the emerging paradigm for fixed asset management -- including new approaches and technologies for tracking the logical and physical deployment of fixed assets within the enterprise to extend asset life, improve utilization, and squeeze every dollar out of a company’s investment in equipment and facilities.
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WHITE PAPER:   Posted: 04 Nov 2009 | Published: 02 Nov 2009
This paper examines the impact of unreliable data on manufacturing companies. It then defines the requirements needed to guarantee data reliability in manufacturing and offers a practical approach to creating and governing that data.
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PODCAST:   Posted: 02 Nov 2009 | Premiered: 02 Nov 2009
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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CASE STUDY:   Posted: 02 Nov 2009 | Published: 02 Nov 2009
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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WHITE PAPER:   Posted: 02 Nov 2009 | Published: 01 Oct 2009
In this paper we demonstrate the concept of High Performance Computing in a cloud and show that HPC clouds can deliver the needed utilization and scalability on par with the current native HPC approach of designing dedicated systems for specific applications.
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CASE STUDY:   Posted: 30 Oct 2009 | Published: 30 Oct 2009
When C&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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WHITE PAPER:   Posted: 30 Oct 2009 | Published: 01 Apr 2008
This paper examines how an integrated information technology solution can help you take advantage of economies of scale to boost manufacturing utilization, enhance service levels, and improve the efficiency of your sales and administrative activities.
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ANALYST REPORT:   Posted: 26 Oct 2009 | Published: 01 May 2007
This benchmark study showcases the operational performance benefits manufacturers are currently enjoying due to the adoption of Lean scheduling and execution principles.
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WHITE PAPER:   Posted: 26 Oct 2009 | Published: 26 Oct 2009
Read this report to learn the research findings of this study, which examined the challenges of managing Test/Dev environments and the opportunity for server virtualization and cloud computing to address them. This paper includes several graphs and an in-depth discussion of the advantages of private cloud computing.
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WHITE PAPER:   Posted: 23 Oct 2009 | Published: 23 Oct 2009
This paper explores the idea that to effectively compete today and into the next generation, high-tech manufacturers must rethink their customer relationship management (CRM) strategies. Read on to learn the three strategies high-tech manufacturers must do if they want to be profitable tomorrow and in the years to come.
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WHITE PAPER:   Posted: 23 Oct 2009 | Published: 23 Oct 2009
This paper focuses on consumer products manufacturers and the strategy of customer-focused innovation, exploring NGM study questions and examines business areas where customer-focused innovation has potential to influence performance outcomes. Read on to learn how ways to effectively identify and satisfy customer demand.
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