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IBM Cuts Some System i5 Prices to Boost Sales
by Timothy Prickett Morgan
As we all know, IBM had a relatively weak first quarter in 2005, two very good quarters in the middle, and then two weak ones at the end of 2005 and in early 2006. In addition to its desire to reinvigorate the technology and marketing of the OS/400 platform, IBM made a commitment last year to not only bolster sales of the iSeries--now the System i5--platform, but to get more regular, consistent sales in addition to growth. It is safe to say that this has not happened. READ MORE >
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A Closer Look at IBM's Current System i5 Deals
by Timothy Prickett Morgan
A few weeks ago, I ran a story that described a trade-in deal that IBM had launched to try to beef up sales of the System i5 platform. I got a call from Big Blue that shed a little more light on this deal, and I also learned about some other deals that Big Blue has cooked up to try to sell more System i5 iron and help its software partners better sell upgrades and new licenses. READ MORE >
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*SCS Printer Files to Full Color PDF*
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ERP Software: Its Effect on Human Performance and Impact on Productivity
by Jerome Peloquin
This is the first in a series of three articles that address the complex relationship between technology, in the form of ERP software, and enhanced human performance, as indicated by business performance. This article examines the history of technology-enhanced performance in the workplace and, specifically, explores the advance of technology in supporting management decision making. It also presents some fundamental behavioral principles that drive human performance and relates them to technology in general and ERP systems specifically. READ MORE >
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For tough production and warehouse environments, Affirmative introduces the industrial-strength YEStablet wireless thin client.
Featuring a magnesium alloy case and shock protection boot for industrial applications, the new YEStablet supports 5250 and 3270 emulation with built-in GUI and touch-screen keyboard.
The USB port supports barcode scanners and other data collection devices. Vehicle mount and wearable options are also available.
Visit www.affirmative.net for more information.
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Reader Feedback and Insights
We value your feedback and insights. Feel free to send a letter to the editor. Letters may be printed, unless otherwise specified, and edited for clarity or length. READ MORE >
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Editor: Timothy Prickett Morgan
Contributing Editors: Dan Burger, Joe Hertvik, Shannon O'Donnell,
Mary Lou Roberts, Victor Rozek, Kevin Vandever, Hesh Wiener, Alex Woodie
Publisher and Advertising Director: Jenny Thomas
Advertising Sales Representative: Kim Reed
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