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Essential features of a good Business Intelligence solution

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EducationSummary: Over the past few years, we’ve seen an explosion in BI tools. But, with all of these available BI solutions to choose from, how do you know which options are best for your business? How do you separate the good from the bad? Here’s a paper that outlines the essential features you need in any good BI solution.
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Low-Code Development 101: Understanding the Basics

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EducationSummary: Application development has long been a problem facing both the IT department and the business units. The IT department gets overwhelmed with new application requests. They can’t possibly complete every project when the business wants it done. Meanwhile, the business users get tired of waiting, and start bypassing the IT department altogether. Today, we explore the concept of “low-code development”, and explain how it helps address this problem.
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The better alternative to expensive ERP upgrades

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EducationSummary: Are you tied to an aging enterprise system (like an ERP)? Would you like to extend your existing enterprise system with custom reporting, budgeting, mobile apps, and more? Learn how to bring modern features to your existing system, without the time and expense of replacing that system.
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Webinar Replay: Tailor build a CRM over your existing databases

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EducationSummary: Could your business use a CRM system that’s customized to your precise needs? While it sounds like a daunting project, it’s not as tough as you think. Check out this webinar replay, and learn how easily you can deliver custom CRM systems over your databases.
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Webinar Replay: How to mobilize your business applications

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EducationSummary: As mobile usage continues to explode, businesses face a growing problem: They’re tied to systems that pre-date smartphones. To make matters worse, they lack the time and skills needed to mobilize their business applications. If you’re struggling with these problems, check out our on-demand webinar and learn how to mobilize your business applications.
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5 major IT/Business alignment stumbling blocks

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EducationSummary: For over a decade now, the “IT/business alignment” concept has been a top priority for business leaders…and with good reason. Technology impacts your business more today than ever in the past. You absolutely need your IT department aligned with business objectives. Unfortunately, many businesses still struggle in this area. Why? In this article, we explore a few common problems and ways to get around them.
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Webinar Replay: Create a Customer Portal in 10 Minutes

EducationSummary: Would you like to add a customer portal to your current systems? Would you like to learn how to create customer portals that integrate with your existing ERP system, and work across any device (PC/tablet/smartphone)? If so, check out this webinar replay, and see how easily you can create customer portals.
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7 enterprise mobile app trends to watch in 2018

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EducationSummary: The demand for enterprise mobile apps is growing. New trends are emerging that offer significant opportunities to businesses who jump on board. What are these trends and what areas should you watch in 2018? In this article, we explore 7 enterprise mobile app trends you can’t ignore this year.
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5 (more) digital transformation mistakes to avoid

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EducationSummary: Digital transformation–the reinvention of an organization through the use of digital technology to improve performance–is a priority for many businesses these days. However, it’s a complex task. Many businesses dive in without truly understanding the process and make key mistakes along the way. In the second part of this two-part article, we explore 5 more common digital transformation mistakes to avoid.
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5 common digital transformation mistakes to avoid

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EducationSummary: Digital transformation–the reinvention of an organization through the use of digital technology to improve performance–is a priority for many businesses these days. However, it’s a complex task. Many businesses dive in without truly understanding the process and make key mistakes along the way. In this article, we explore 5 common digital transformation mistakes to avoid.
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Webinar Replay: How to simplify self-service reporting

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EducationSummary: In many organizations, end user reporting runs through a single department or individual. They must build and customize the reports for end users—many of which want their reports customized in different ways. The problem: These customizations waste time. The report author often gets bogged down with countless change requests from end users—which delays the reporting process and hurts efficiency across the entire organization. If your business struggles with this issue, this webinar replay will show you how to simplify the self-service reporting process.
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Webinar Replay: Create a Customer Portal in 10 Minutes

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EducationSummary: Would you like to add a customer portal to your current systems? Would you like to learn how to create customer portals that integrate with your existing ERP system, and work across any device (PC/tablet/smartphone)? If so, check out this webinar replay, and see how easily you can create customer portals.
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5 (more) technologies your business should already be using in 2018

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EducationSummary: Technology is evolving faster than ever, and plays an increasingly important role in the business world. Is your company keeping up? In the second part of this two-part article, we explore 5 technologies and/or processes that are absolutely essential in 2018. If your business doesn’t have these technologies in place already, you could be falling behind. Read the whole article to learn more.
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Webinar Replay: Turn Spreadsheets into Multi-User Database Solutions

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EducationSummary: Many businesses have fallen into the spreadsheet trap. They start using spreadsheets for minor tasks, but before they know it, they’re relying on spreadsheets for critical aspects of their business. This spreadsheet overuse wastes time, hurts productivity, and results in data errors. If your company is drowning in spreadsheets, check out this webinar replay and learn how easily you can fix the problem.
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