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Is Full-Box CRM the Next Big Thing?

Is Full-Box CRM the Next Big Thing?

By Amanda Andonian | Apr 11 2012

We all know that CRM is a massive, multi-billion dollar business; and full-box CRM is quite possibly the next innovation that could conceivably change the very foundation of CRM software implementations. Read More 

SLAs in the Cloud - A Deal Breaker?

SLAs in the Cloud - A Deal Breaker?

By N. Rowan | Apr 10 2012

Cloud-based solutions offer a more economic alternative to on-premise solutions. But what kind of SLAs are being offered, and how do they affect the customer? Read More 

Help Desk vs. Service Desk: What’s the Difference?

Help Desk vs. Service Desk: What’s the Difference?

By Darlene Lin | Apr 05 2012

A support portal is an integral part of any business that provides service to its customers and end-users. Yet oftentimes two of the terms most associated with support portals - “help desk” and “service desk”… Read More 

Mobile Computing Wars: BlackBerry vs iOS and Android

Mobile Computing Wars: BlackBerry vs iOS and Android

By N. Rowan | Apr 03 2012

Apple's iOS and Google's Android are growing increasingly popular among business users. But old favorite BlackBerry is hoping to make a return with the BlackBerry 10, with a new OS designed to appeal to IT… Read More 

Software as a Service: Are SAP and Oracle in It to Win It?

Software as a Service: Are SAP and Oracle in It to Win It?

By N. Rowan | Mar 27 2012

As SAP and Oracle are raising the maintenance rates for their on-premise ERP solutions, one might wonder if they are keeping in step with the demands of the market, which is seeing an ever-growing presence… Read More 

Business Software Moves to the iPad

Business Software Moves to the iPad

By N. Rowan | Mar 20 2012

As the popularity of Apple's iPad grows among business users, many enterprise software companies are enabling their products to run on the iPad. Here's a quick look at some of the major players in this… Read More 

5 Tips to Operate an Effective Help Desk

5 Tips to Operate an Effective Help Desk

By Darlene Lin | Mar 19 2012

The effectiveness of the help desk has a direct impact on the bottom line. The help desk is the primary channel between your customers and your organization. Providing an optimal help desk experience can improve… Read More 

How CRM Benefits Your Sales Force

How CRM Benefits Your Sales Force

By John Harrison | Mar 10 2012

Although your sales force may not immediately embrace your company's new CRM system, research reveals that CRM software has a positive affect on your sales force's performance. Here's 5 ways CRM can benefit your sales… Read More 

The Top Four Email Security Threats – And How to Avoid Them

The Top Four Email Security Threats – And How to Avoid Them

By John Harrison | Mar 05 2012

Get an overview of some of the most common email security threats, and a summary of how today’s email security technology solutions can help prevent them. Read More 

ERP Best Practices - Best for Who?

ERP Best Practices - Best for Who?

By George Middleton | Mar 04 2012

For general operational tasks, the best solution is to leverage the ERP best practices standards. It’s not necessary to reinvent the wheel for processes that will not elicit visible improvement. ERP processes used for accounts… Read More