Sponsored By
 S4I SYSTEMS
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Using J.D. Edwards in your organization? Trying to solve report distribution, archiving or any other document management problems? Then take advantage of our special offer before March 31.
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DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT
· Report Distribution
· Imaging/Scanning
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Sponsored By
 SOFTLANDING SYSTEMS
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FREE WEB EVENT:
How to Simplify iSeries & Web Development Using Websphere Plug-Ins
Make RPG & Web programming more efficient, risk-free and fun when you use WebSphere Development Studio (WDSc) and its new TurnOver change management plug-ins!
· For RPG, Java, WebFacing, ILE, SQL, etc.
· One single, unified development process
· Automates multi-platform deployment
· Speeds your transition to the Web
· Great for RPG-only and Web programmers
Register now for this live look at the WDSc/TurnOver integration at softlanding.com
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NGS Kick-Starts BI Projects with Expanded Starter Kit
by Alex Woodie
Just getting started is usually the most difficult part of a new business intelligence project. Last week market researcher Gartner issued a report saying that 50 percent of business intelligence implementations in 2003 will either not reach their potential or be "hopeless failures." OS/400 business intelligence software developer New Generation Software has enhanced its business intelligence starter kit with new features that get companies up and running faster.READ MORE >
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mrc Productivity Series Puts Enhanced Java Development to BED
by Dan Burger
Contrary to what you might hear from those who have visited Web application development hell, it doesn't have to be as difficult as some people describe. With the multitude of Web application tools on the market, the question is which ones are best suited for your company's specific needs. "Easy to learn" and "easy to navigate" are easy to say, but only you can be the judge for your own situation. The latest offering from michaels, ross & cole is worth a look.READ MORE >
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Sponsored By
 EBI SYNETICS GROUP
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Modernize Your RPG Code
RPGtoFREE is a simple to use yet powerful utility for upgrading your existing legacy RPG/400 and RPGILE applications to the new V5R1 free-format syntax.
Breathe new life into your favorite old utilities and greatly improve the productivity of your developers who write and maintain software on the iSeries.
For more information or to download a free evaluation copy, visit us at: www.ebisynetics.com/rpgtofree.htm
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Sponsored By
 EXTOL
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EXTOL manages the hidden costs of EDI
EXTOL is the premier EDI and B2B integration app for AS400 and iSeries. Extol Integrator lets companies exchange EDI & XML transactions and helps avoid the high costs of owning traditional EDI tools. EXTOL Portal manages EDI costs-its IP technology delivers partner connectivity and management at less than half the cost of traditional VANs. EXTOL Secure provides safe Internet communications supporting most security standards, including AS1 and AS2. Certified compliant by the Drummond Group.
www.extol.com
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New BPCS Release Targets FDA Auditing Requirements
by Alex Woodie
SSA Global Technologies recently issued a new release of its flagship ERP system that features enhancements that will be beneficial to companies in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries, among others. With BPCS Version 8.2, SSA GT is offering a new component called e-Signatures that will help companies regulated by the Food and Drug Administration come into compliance with regulations, commonly referred to as 21 CFR Part 11, which bring new auditing requirements for electronic records. READ MORE >
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RPG Writes to PC Databases with RJS's RPG2SQL Integrator
by Joe Hertvik
Many companies face a skill disconnect when importing OS/400 data to other systems. Their skill set lies in RPG and COBOL programming, but to exchange data with other systems they need to write special PC applications, use file transfer software, or use replication packages. So RJS Software Systems has developed a new product called RPG2SQL Integrator, which allows RPG and COBOL programs to directly communicate with PC databases, including Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, MySQL, and dBase.READ MORE >
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Sponsored By
 GAUSS
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Join Gauss at AIIM 2003, April 7-9
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A comprehensive Enterprise Content Management (ECM) strategy is a core infrastructure requirement for organizations today. But in today's uncertain economy, budget approval for tactical solutions is easier to obtain than full-service ECM suites. Join Gauss at AIIM 2003 and find out how organizations use Gauss VIP Enterprise to meet strategic ECM needs through incremental deployment of component solutions.
www.gaussvip.com
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Sponsored By
 EZRAD.COM
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Wireless PalmOS Access to DB2/400
Unlike traditional mobile-to-legacy access solutions, PalmView/400 from ezRAD.com, Inc. provides organizations with a practical solution for real time access to DB2/400 data.
PalmView/400 allows PDA users to access DB2/400 data in real time via a wireless TCP/IP connection.
Go to
www.ezrad.com/palmview.pdf
to see our white paper on how to
create a "Real Time Enterprise."
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ProData Prompts Programmers to Productivity with F4 List Processor
by Alex Woodie
Newly released software from ProData Computer Services should help OS/400 coders shave hours off RPG and CL program development. At the recent COMMON conference in Indianapolis, ProData announced F4 List Processor, a productivity tool aimed at relieving the repetitive process of continually writing F4 display programs. ProData's F4 List Processor helps to eliminate redundant coding by automating the development of F4 lists.READ MORE >
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News Briefs and Product Shorts
BOSaNOVA Continues to Push Windows Alternatives with Linux, Mac Support in Jadvantage 5.0 . . . Lakeview Expects Q2 Availability for MIMIX dr1 Disaster Recovery Solution . . . Russell Corp. Chooses Jacada to Integrate its Mix of Legacy Systems . . . IPNet Solutions Debuts New Set-Up Wizards in EDI Software . . . NetIQ Improves Manageability of Cross Platform Password Manager . . . GMx Bolsters Linux Config File Management in Response to Reported SSL Vulns . . .READ MORE >
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Reader Feedback and Insights
We value your feedback and insights on the OS/400 market. Feel free to send a letter to the editor. We will consider your letter a candidate for the reader feedback column for this newsletter, but we will contact you before we make your e-mail public. READ MORE >
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Corrections
The article "iSeries Terminal Business Alive and Well" has been corrected since its was first published. The BOSaNOVA TBT Ethernet terminal supports either 101- or 122-key keyboards (not 102-key keyboards). The BOScom Web site is www.bosweb.com. Guild Companies regrets the errors. [Corrections made 3/18/03.]
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Editor: Alex Woodie
Managing Editor: Shannon Pastore
Contributing Editors: Dan Burger, Joe Hertvik,
Shannon O'Donnell, Timothy Prickett Morgan
Publisher and Advertising Director: Jenny Thomas
Advertising Sales Representative: Kim Reed
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