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	podcasts, IT downloads and product information provided by Bitpipe</description>
	<language>en-us</language> <lastBuildDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 15:15:28 EST</lastBuildDate>
	<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 15:15:28 EST</pubDate>  <item> <title><![CDATA[E&#45;Book: The BPM Payoff]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1226508882_997.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    A business process is defined as a set of related activities that produce either a service or a product&#44; the idea behind BPM is to line up these processes with the goals of a department or company.
   Published by: Accenture]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[TechNet Webcast: Mastering Time Series Prediction with SQL Server 2008 Data Mining]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1226422978_360.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In the new release of Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Data Mining&#44; Microsoft has introduced some important enhancements to our support in this area&#44; making powerful analysis both more effective and easier to use.
   Published by: Microsoft]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Hear how Snap-on Improves Operational Performance through KPI Visualization and Analysis]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1225476088_606.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    View this Webcast to hear a discussion about the process, project requirements and available technology needed for an effective operational improvement support system.
   Published by: myDIALS Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 14:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Virtualizing XenApp with XenServer: Enable Fewer Servers to do More Work]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1225137985_45.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Do your processors optimize scalability and performance? This webcast shows you a Xen approach that supports 70% more concurrent user sessions and enables fewer servers to do substantially more work.
   Published by: Citrix]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Fewer Servers Doing More Work & More Concurrent User Sessions - Citrix XenApp 4.5]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1225140238_959.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Do your processors optimize scalability and performance? This podcast explores a Xen approach that supports 70% more concurrent user sessions and enables fewer servers to do substantially more work.
   Published by: Citrix]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Solutions for Automating Invoice Processing]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1224949545_298.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper focuses on the automation of accounts payable processes - a task that used to be largely paper-based and cumbersome.
   Published by: SEEBURGER, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Accruent Integrated Workplace Management System]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1224949541_403.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Accruent&#39;s enterprise&#45;class IWMS solution helps organizations manage real estate and facilities as a significant source of operating efficiency through tight enforcement of contract terms&#44; optimization of facilities and control of expenses.
   Published by: FAMIS Software, Inc., An Accruent Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Midmarket ERP software evaluation tips]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1222437583_627.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this podcast, get expert tips and advice from Jim Shepard, senior vice president of research for AMR Research. Find out how to narrow down the options, and learn what to do (and what not to do) to effectively evaluate midmarket ERP software.
   Published by: Infor]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Ventana Research &#45; Aligning Business and IT to Improve Performance on SAP]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1222355978_936.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Read this paper to learn how enterprise planning must be built on the ability to operate across an organization, to collaborate across business lines and to access large volumes of enterprise data.
   Published by: Cognos, an IBM Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Performance Management and ERP]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1222355978_633.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This whitepaper explains how forwardthinking CIOs will leverage both the brains of performance management and the brawn of ERP to stay ahead of the curve.
   Published by: Cognos, an IBM Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Planning for effective BI and performance management program success]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1222372808_102.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Whether you're planning a project now, or will in the future, get expert advice and methods to make BI-PM projects run smoothly. From requirements gathering to deployment, find out how to scope, plan and deliver a BI-PM project successfully.
   Published by: Cognos, an IBM Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 09:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Automating and Simplifying Forms Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1222277083_430.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Listen to this presentation to gain insights into how some innovative new approaches to forms management can improve performance&#44; efficiency&#44; and speed.
   Published by: EMC Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Operational Business Intelligence: A Benefit to Your Customer and Your Business]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1221667249_86.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    An operational BI system should be focused on influencing the interaction with your customer to provide benefit to both the customer and your business. It also lends itself to a fairly direct ROI.
   Published by: Pitney Bowes Group 1 Software]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Sticker shock: The high cost of data centers &#151; and what you can do about it!]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1221495068_770.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This presentation looks at the factors driving data centers costs, their impact, how they can be controlled, and how to justify the data center you need.
   Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 13:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Global Manufacturing Operations Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1221147653_475.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Manufacturing operations main goal is to reduce the total cost of manufacturing. This paper explains how such a platform can provide the basis for not only managing manufacturing operations, but also quality and inventory across global supplier networks.
   Published by: Apriso Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Focus on Core Business: Avis Germany Case Study]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1220882624_135.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This case study examines the how's and why's Avis Germany selected a metrix42 solution to fully centralize all their IT infrastructure management.
   Published by: matrix42]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Improve Business Performance and Customer Loyalty in 5 Steps]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1220541409_874.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Maintaining strong business performance and customer loyalty require continual vigilance and assessment and performance tools. Read this paper to learn five steps to improve business performance and increase customer loyalty.
   Published by: Infor]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Countdown: Tips for effective end-user security education programs]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1218032039_358.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Check out this expert podcast and get tips for creating a successful end-user security education program to help make employees a vital part of your company's defense strategy.
   Published by: FireEye]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The High Performance Information Workplace: How Social Computing&#44; Team Collaboration and Enterprise Content Management Drives Competitive Advantage]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1218824012_893.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Download this white paper to learn about a solution that allows businesses to be able to continuously access&#44; capture&#44; maintain and reuse the key information that improves business performance and creates a sustainable competitive advantage.
   Published by: EMC Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[BPM Enabled by SOA: End to End Process Visibility with Business Activity Monitoring]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1219167677_24.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this whitepaper learn how Business Process Management (BPM) enabled by Service orientated Architecture (SOA) is a discipline combining software capabilities and business expertise to accelerate process improvement and facilitate business innovation.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Improving Database Processing Performance]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1218031161_547.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper discusses CA&#39;s commitment to improving the business value of CA Datacom through continued investment to sustain the solution&#39;s performance and availability advantages.
   Published by: CA]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Secure Business Operations with Aladin &#38; PGP Corporation: Offering User Authentication and Data Protection]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1216993642_19.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Aladdin and PGP Corporation have partnered to address some customer challenges. Aladdin's eToken and PGP desktop encryption solution packages are now certified to interoperate together to provide customers with unmatched protection of their PC data.
   Published by: Aladdin Knowledge Systems]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Achieving Management Excellence: The Next Boardroom Discussion]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1215454162_602.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    View this videocast and gain exclusive insight into the launch of a major new release of Oracle's Enterprise Performance Management System (EPM).
   Published by: Oracle Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[InComparison Network and Voice Management Software paper by Bloor Research]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1213377114_484.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    At least 60% of all network problems can be directly traced to implementing changes. In this white paper learn about strategy and solutions while implementing new technologies and maintaining live 24/7 operation.
   Published by: CA]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[BAM: Smart Decisions with Real-Time Visibility]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1213128024_384.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This Webcast discusses how Business Activity Monitoring (BAM) can be used to enhance visibility and insight into core business processes to improve overall business operations.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Accruent Gets FAMIS]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1212860327_72.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Accruent, a leading real estate management solution provider, has acquired FAMIS Software Inc. a pioneer of facilities management solutions&#44; in all&#45;cash transaction.
   Published by: FAMIS Software, Inc., An Accruent Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Oracle E-Business Suite: Upgrade Strategies and Best Practices for Leveraging Archiving]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1212154387_353.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This Webcast explores how leveraging data management and archiving best practices while upgrading your Oracle E-Business Suite can improve application performance and help your organization better meet the needs of your business users.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2008 14:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Redefining the Performance Management Process]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1208883716_840.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    The key to addressing the entire performance management challenge is to start with the fundamentals &#45; the way baselines and thresholds are handled.
   Published by: Netuitive, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Introducing Global Performance Monitor (GPM) Addition to Lyons Quality Audit Tracking System (LQATS)]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1207851850_986.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Global Performance Monitor (GPM) provides a worldwide picture of your company&#39;s health, accurately, quickly and in real-time. Learn how you can view real-time product quality performance across your entire manufacturing enterprise on a single screen.
   Published by: Lyons Information Systems, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Alignment&#45;Focused Organization: Bridging the Gap between Strategy and Execution]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1206039485_814.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Take a look at how organizations are taking strides to align business strategy with actual initiatives&#44; projects&#44; and daily activities &#45; in short&#44; to close the gap between strategy and execution.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2007 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Developing a Business Continuity Strategy]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1206033259_538.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper discusses the technologies and techniques necessary for an optimized business continuity strategy.
   Published by: CDW Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sat, 01 Jan 2005 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[EMC Documentum Enterprise Content Integration Services: Improving Business Performance with Enterprise Content Integration]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1205354490_937.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper explains the problem of complex information access and describes how EMC Documentum ECIS provides the solution through the ability to efficiently and effectively find critical information from distributed sources.
   Published by: EMC Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jun 2007 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[dfPower Studio - Enterprise Data Quality Integration]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1203967661_194.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Through easy-to-use interfaces and graphical workflow tools, dfPower Studio gives high-level data management capabilities to the business user. This allows frontline staff to discover and address data problems. Merge customer and prospect databases.
   Published by: DataFlux Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jan 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Web 2.0 Applications: Measurement Challenges and How to Address Them]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1203955868_203.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper discusses the challenges associated with the evolution of Web 2.0 technology. Explore test and measurement tools that allow organizations to track transaction performance.
   Published by: Keynote Systems]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Visible Supply Chain: Ensuring End&#45;to&#45;End Optimization]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1203504030_871.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Supply chain visibility enables you to know the location and status of physical components moved from suppliers to customers. Learn characteristics of a visible supply chain&#44; why it is important and technology that can deliver ROI to your business.
   Published by: Epicor Software Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 2007 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Managing Today&#39;s Professional Service Organization &#45; How to Improve Efficiency and Increase Profits]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1203504027_27.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Enterprise service automation has eased a number of business challenges for companies&#44; including efficiency&#44; billing and performance. Learn development and solution best practices for enterprise service automation and realize increased profits.
   Published by: Epicor Software Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sat, 01 Jan 2005 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Tuning ERP and the Supply Chain for Profitable Growth]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1203446041_430.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Some of the biggest opportunities exist in the supply chain and globalization. This Ventana Research white paper explores how you can improve business performance by addressing opportunities and risks within your supply chain and ERP systems.
   Published by: Epicor Software Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 2007 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Uniting IT with Business through ITSM: Oracle Leads the Charge]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1203350507_390.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Investigating the tangible business results using ITSM, this Aberdeen Research Brief highlights Oracle's Upgrade Management Service as a solution enabling organizations to unify business and IT with the shared goal of delivering value to the customer.
   Published by: Oracle Corporation]]></description>
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