TECHNICAL ARTICLE - If you're a small or mid-sized business thinking about virtualization, particularly in the world of Microsoft, it makes sense to upgrade your database servers as well. This article explains why to upgrade and provides several examples of companies that have successfully made the move.
Posted: November 20, 2009 | Published: November 20, 2009


Topics:  Database Architectures | Database Managers | Database Server Software | Databases | Small Businesses | SMBs | SQL Server

TECHNICAL ARTICLE - This article explores ways in which small and mid-sized businesses can improve the performance of their databases — and their businesses — by upgrading to SQL Server 2008.
Posted: November 20, 2009 | Published: November 20, 2009


Topics:  Database Design | Database Managers | Database Performance Management | Databases | SMBs | SQL Server

ANALYST REPORT - In August 2008, Qualcomm commissioned Forrester Consulting to evaluate the benefits that North American businesses have experienced as a result of providing notebook users with mobile broadband connectivity. In this paper you'll hear what IT and telecom/network decision-makers had to say.
Posted: November 17, 2009 | Published: December 1, 2008


Topics:  Broadband Wireless Networks | CIOs | Customer Service | Mobile Device Management | Mobile Workers | Network Managers | Notebook Computers | SMBs | WLAN | Workforce Planning

WHITE PAPER - Your small business has distinct needs that differ from either consumers or larger businesses. Here are ten steps to help you to protect your data if your resources are limited?
Posted: November 16, 2009 | Published: November 16, 2009


Topics:  Backups | Continuous Data Protection | Data Deduplication | Data Loss Prevention (DLP) | Data Recovery | Data Security | SMBs

PRODUCT LITERATURE - Whether you are a wholesale distributor of furniture, machinery, chemicals, or food and beverages, your success depends on how quickly you adapt to demands from customers and suppliers. You must constantly differentiate your services from the competition while improving operating efficiencies and controlling costs.
Posted: October 30, 2009 | Published: March 10, 2009


Topics:  Distribution | Financial Reporting | Product Life Cycles | RFID | Sales Order Management | SAP (Product) | SMBs | Wholesale Trade Industry

EBOOK - This interactive guide presents an overview of several SAP business solutions specifically designed to help small businesses and midsize companies improve operational efficiency and grow profitability.
Posted: October 30, 2009 | Published: October 30, 2009


Topics:  Business Management | Data Quality | Productivity | SAP (Product) | Small Businesses | SMBs

VIDEO - As your company grows, you have the opportunity to benefit from economies of scale; but growth can be fraught with challenge. Production disruptions and operational inefficiencies can quickly negate the advantages you hope to achieve. Watch this informative video to learn about SAP solutions for small businesses and midsize companies.
Posted: October 30, 2009 | Premiered: October 30, 2009


Topics:  Business Intelligence Software | Business Management | CIOs | Enterprise Applications Software | Productivity | Reporting Software | SAP (Product) | Small Businesses | SMBs

WHITE PAPER - Software can't tell you how to beat the competition, but it can determine which products and services have the greatest profit margin, who are the most productive employees, or how many pairs of socks customers buy when they purchase particular styles of shoes. Having accurate, timely data takes the guesswork out of the decision-making process.
Posted: October 30, 2009 | Published: October 30, 2009


Topics:  CEOs | CFOs | Data Governance | Data Management | Data Quality | IT Managers | Productivity | SMBs

WHITE PAPER - In order to work effectively, the CFO needs a single unified view that integrates data from multiple data sources and key performance indicators (KPIs), and places them in the context of strategic goals and financial plans.
Posted: October 30, 2009 | Published: October 30, 2009


Topics:  CFOs | Data Management | Financial Applications Software | Financial Management | Financial Metrics | Financial Reporting | IT Management | Small Businesses | SMBs

WHITE PAPER - SAP® BusinessObjects™ Edge software is the business intelligence (BI) choice of midsize companies hoping to improve business processes, discover new opportunities and edge out the competition. It includes affordable solutions addressing just about any BI requirement, like operational reporting and analysis, dashboards and visualization.
Posted: October 30, 2009 | Published: December 1, 2008


Topics:  Business Intelligence | Business Intelligence Software | Business Process Management | Dashboards | Data Integration | Data Quality | Reporting Software | SAP (Product) | SMBs

WHITE PAPER - With Crystal Reports® software from the SAP® BusinessObjects™ portfolio of solutions, you can empower end users to explore reports interactively, create compelling reports with stunning visualizations, and develop powerful data "mashups."
Posted: October 30, 2009 | Published: December 1, 2008


Topics:  Business Performance Management | Business Performance Management Software | Collaboration | Enterprise Applications Software | Reporting Software | SAP (Product) | SMBs

WHITE PAPER - 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.
Posted: October 30, 2009 | Published: April 1, 2008


Topics:  Business Management | Business Process Automation Software | Business Process Management | Manufacturing | Manufacturing Industry | Operational Metrics (Systems) | Productivity | ROI | Small Businesses | SMBs

WHITE PAPER - Efficient operations help you better control costs and enable you to offer more competitive pricing and terms to your customers. SAP Business One, a single, affordable application designed for small businesses, lets you streamline operations, access accurate information quickly, and get a 360-degree view of key business areas.
Posted: October 30, 2009 | Published: February 1, 2008


Topics:  Business Management | Customer Service | Enterprise Applications Software | Productivity | SAP (Product) | Small Businesses | SMBs

WHITE PAPER - Your company's growing fast. Your days are consumed with the flurry of activities it takes to manage that expansion. With the right business management software, you can integrate your business, improve customer service, make more informed business decisions, and move into online sales.
Posted: October 30, 2009 | Published: December 1, 2007


Topics:  Business Management | CIOs | Customer Service | Data Management | SAP (Product) | Small Businesses | SMBs | Software

WHITE PAPER - With the SAP® Business One application, you get a fully integrated financial analysis and reporting tool that provides quick access to comprehensive data. The XL Reporter tool uses a familiar interface and unique drag-and-drop technology to simplify report creation for financial and operational data.
Posted: October 30, 2009 | Published: August 1, 2008


Topics:  Enterprise Applications Software | Financial Reporting | Reporting Software | SAP (Product) | Small Businesses | SMBs