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Supply chain risk mitigation strategies on multiple fronts

Experts say you can't tackle supply chain risk with a one-size-fits-all approach. It has to address many facets -- and supplier relationships are the key. Continue Reading
Procure-to-pay software becoming a sophisticated tool for CFOs

Most companies start out with P2P systems just to automate invoicing and procurement, but the savviest ones know how to tap them as working capital and cash-flow engines. Continue Reading
IT Challenge: Addressing procurement software quality control concerns

In this IT Challenge, learn how to maintain quality control standards when switching to automated procurement. Continue Reading
Introduction to supply chain risk management (SCRM) software

Getting started with supply chain risk management (SCRM) software means identifying the different types of risk involved in your supply chain. SCRM software can help you evaluate supply chain risk and successfully respond to it. Continue Reading

Oracle Autonomous Database shifts IT focus to strategic planning

This handbook looks at what Oracle Autonomous Database offers to Oracle users and issues that organizations should consider ...

Oracle Autonomous Database features free DBAs from routine tasks

Oracle Autonomous Database can automate routine administrative and operational tasks for DBAs and improve productivity, but ...

Oracle co-CEO Mark Hurd dead at 62, succession plan looms

Oracle co-CEO Mark Hurd's abrupt death at 62 has put the software giant in the position of naming his replacement, and the ...

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Oracle Data Science efforts advance with new services

Oracle adds news new services to its cloud infrastructure platform in a bid to provide data scientists, as well as data analysts,...

Data governance metrics: Data quality, data literacy and more

Statistics on data quality are the most common metrics used to track data governance programs, but other types of data-related ...

Snowflake raises $479 million to boost cloud data warehouse

Snowflake is looking to grow its data warehouse platform with new funding and a partnership with Salesforce that could ...

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Take care of data before SAP S/4HANA migration

In this Q&A, Rajesh Rengarethinam of ERP security vendor Appsian discusses why reviewing data security and business processes are...

Deadline extended for SAP Business Suite 7

Business Suite 7 will receive mainstream maintenance until 2027, a decision industry observers say reflects the difficulty of an ...

SAP cloud revenue up, S/4HANA adoption still slow

Although SAP reported impressive revenue and cloud growth for 2019, it remains challenged to get the majority of its installed ...

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MicroStrategy analytics suite fosters insurance co-op's growth

Using MicroStrategy's BI platform, a Canada-based insurance co-operative has been able to spread analytics to end users ...

Yellowbrick Data, MicroStrategy partnership aims to enhance analytics

The new partnership will enable flexible scalability, support for mixed workloads and multi-cloud support. The goal is to provide...

Ethical data collection in the spotlight over new regulations

New regulations have put data privacy top of mind for many consumers. Here's a look at how businesses can incorporate ethical ...

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SQL Server database design best practices and tips for DBAs

Good database design is a must to meet processing needs in SQL Server systems. In a webinar, consultant Koen Verbeeck offered ...

SQL Server in Azure database choices and what they offer users

SQL Server databases can be moved to the Azure cloud in several different ways. Here's what you'll get from each of the options ...

Using a LEFT OUTER JOIN vs. RIGHT OUTER JOIN in SQL

In this book excerpt, you'll learn LEFT OUTER JOIN vs. RIGHT OUTER JOIN techniques and find various examples for creating SQL ...

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Test yourself on the differences between SharePoint and OneDrive

Businesses use Microsoft SharePoint and OneDrive capabilities for a number of reasons. Test your knowledge on the differences ...

Akeneo rolls out newest version of PIM software

Akeneo PIM version 4.0 features digital asset manager, API-integrated connection modules and AI attribute mapping to better ...

Get to know 4 workflow automation tools

Workflow automation can benefit businesses by making manual processes digital, giving employees more time to work on other tasks....

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8 HR technology trends CHROs should investigate in 2020

Many emerging HR technologies are solidly in the realm of 'must-haves,' while others remain hype. Here's some advice to help you ...

How to attract top talent in a competitive hiring market

Finding the best candidates can seem impossible in today's competitive hiring landscape. Use these methods to help you attract ...

Federal workforce too reliant on degrees, says White House

In its budget proposal, the Trump administration complains that hiring rules hurt its ability to hire those just out of college ...