Supply-chain apps go vertical - As supply chains become competitive advantages, enterprises and vendors alike seek specialized solutions that address their vertical market's particular quirks

Authors :: Havenstein, Heather
Source :: InfoWorld. February 24, 2003, Vol. 25 Issue 8, p30
Publication Year :: 2003
Abstract: In search of the real-time information exchange and collaboration required by complex supply chains, manufacturers are finding prespecialized solutions may offer the boost they've been seeking. Lessons learned from past […]

Subjects :: Supply chain management software
Company systems management
Service industry software
Fund raising software
Contract agreement
System conversion
Vertical market software
Construction/contractor management software
Real estate property management software
Import/export management software
Fuel retailer/distributor software
Mining and mineral software
Welch Foods Inc. -- Information management -- Contracts
Prescient Systems Inc. -- Contracts -- Information management
Strategic Systems Inc. -- Contracts -- Information management
StraightlineSupply.com -- Information management -- Contracts
Soft drink industry -- Information management -- Case studies -- Contracts
Supply chain management software -- Case studies
Computer system conversion -- Case studies -- Usage
Real estate management -- Computer programs
Electrical equipment and supplies industry -- Information management -- Contracts -- Case studies

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