Electronics resources
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Podcast—SOA for electronics: Rewiring for global integration
Becoming a globally integrated organization is a must for electronics OEMs, but their IT systems may be standing in the way. A service oriented architecture (SOA) can help enable an integrated IT architecture to help. This podcast provides 3 scenarios for how SOA can help electronics OEMs compete in the global marketplace. |
13 May 2008 |
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More than Moore to win
Skyrocketing costs. Convergence. Connectedness. A changing competitive landscape. This IBM Institute for Business Value brochure examines the disruptive trends on the semiconductor industry that mandate innovative changes to existing business models to sustain a competitive advantage. Moore’s Law is no longer enough to win. |
12 May 2008 |
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Go mobile, grow… should mobile Internet services be the next big growth gamble for mobile device makers?
Since 2002, slowing demand and falling prices have resulted in declining earnings and market share for mobile device makers. Market share growth has stagnated and few among the big five are seeing marked growth. This paper explores an emerging opportunity for mobile device makers—the provision of mobile Internet services. |
07 May 2008 |
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Podcast: A joint IBM & Ovum talk: Discussing the future of the Network Equipment Providers
IBM's Bruce Anderson and Christian Seider meet with John Lively, a Vice President from Ovum, for a joint discussion about the business trends affecting Network Equipment Providers today. |
28 Apr 2008 |
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Podcast: Why electronics companies should become Globally Integrated Enterprises
In this podcast, the speakers discuss what global integration is and why it is particularly important for electronics companies. |
28 Apr 2008 |
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Collaborative innovation: Forging a new path to profitability in the electronics industry
Is a changing global marketplace driving your electronics company to find innovative ways to collaborate? Support profitable, sustainable growth with collaborative innovation from IBM. This brief explores how you can nurture a culture of innovation by using the right tools and staying focused. |
18 Apr 2008 |
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New thinking for the electronics industry
IBM Electronics industry podcast series — Hear what thought-leaders from IBM's Electronics Industry are saying about the business trends and global dynamics affecting the electronics industry today. |
15 Apr 2008 |
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Moving electronics companies from global to globally integrated
Being a global company is good first step. But integrating your global operations—becoming a globally integrated enterprise—is the key to success in today's electronics market. What's the difference? This paper describes the concept of a globally integrated enterprise and the challenges and benefits of this new model. |
03 Apr 2008 |
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Rewiring for global integration: Connecting the electronics value chain with SOA
Boost collaboration within your business ecosystem to meet global electronics industry competition and short production lifecycles with service oriented architecture (SOA). Learn more about positioning your business as highly efficient and unified enterprises, in this brochure about SOA for the electronics industry. |
20 Mar 2008 |
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Enabling CPFR with SOA: A flexible, scalable solution for collaborative supply chains
Fluctuating supply and demand. Promotions. Shifting buying trends. Faster production. Short product lifecycles. These issues require optimized supply chain processes. This executive brief discusses how SOA can help improve collaborative planning, forecasting and replenishment (CPFR) to deliver a competitive advantage. |
07 Feb 2008 |
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And then there were few: How to survive the next wave of consolidation among network equipment providers
For Network Equipment Providers (NEPs), consolidation and convergence will drive growth in today’s competitive market. As a result, however, only a handful of NEPs will survive. This paper from the IBM Institute of Business Value explores how innovation and proper positioning will determines who wins—and who loses. |
14 Nov 2007 |
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Planning and implementing a successful IT infrastructure for a divested company
IT supports functions enterprise wide, so there are many issues to consider when implementing IT systems for a divested company. This is the time to take a holistic approach to IT. Read this executive brief to learn how IBM can help you design and implement the right IT solutions as part of the divestiture process. |
30 Oct 2007 |
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IBM Global Services and Symphony Metreo FS&OP Manager
Global sourcing and competition, intense cost pressure and high performance expectations have challenged linear supply chains in the electronics industry. This paper explores how dynamic supply networks can help meet industry challenges by allowing managers to “pull” demand with greater precision through chosen points. |
13 Aug 2007 |
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Scoring high on the supply chain maturity model—Mainland China perspectives on forward-planning supply chain processes
This report from the IBM Global Business Services 2007 Mainland China Value Chain Study examines the status of supply chain forward-planning in Mainland China. This report highlights the key survey findings related to three functions: supply chain planning, new product development and sourcing/procurement. |
11 Jul 2007 |
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Scoring high on the supply chain maturity model—Mainland China perspectives on supply chain fulfillment
This report from the IBM Global Business Services 2007 Mainland China Value Chain Study examines the status of supply chain fulfillment in Mainland China. This report highlights the key survey findings related to three functions: customer order management, manufacturing and logistics. |
11 Jul 2007 |
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Paths to success: Three ways to innovate your business model
Innovative business models can lead to competitive advantage in the electronics industry. But what is an innovative business model? This IBM Institute of Business Value paper explores how innovative industry models, revenue models and enterprise models combined with the right strategy and strong execution can bring success. |
09 Jul 2007 |
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Step up your game. Global delivery capabilities for the electronics industry
Even though the demand for electronic gadgets is growing exponentially, many consumer electronics companies are running on razor-thin profitability. This study by the Economist Intelligence Unit and IBM explores what it takes to be an innovation leader in an industry where originality is valued and competition is intense. |
29 Jun 2007 |
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The agile CFO: Enabling the innovation path to growth
A conventional view may hold the CEO accountable for innovation. After all, he or she is the strategic pacesetter, the visionary and ambassador to the market. |
11 Jun 2007 |
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A new approach, a new capability: The strategic side of Human Resources
Increased competition, changing workforce demographics and a shift toward knowledge-based work are requiring companies to place an increasingly higher priority on improving workforce productivity. |
11 Jun 2007 |
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People and innovation: Getting ideas on the table
These days, everyone can attest to the importance of being innovative. |
11 Jun 2007 |
