The monolithic corporation we grew up with is being replaced by ecosystems of more specialized business entities, sometimes called "extended enterprises." With this evolution has come a need for closer inter-enterprise collaboration and information flow - but with it also comes increased security and compliance risks. In the form of a Q&A with expert IDC analysts, this white paper explores what tools and technologies are being adopted to facilitate Extended Enterprise Collaboration (such as cloud-based solutions) - as well as strategies for empowering business users while still holding sensitive information secure. Provided by Intralinks.

New Study from Aberdeen on What Inventory Optimization Software can Mean for a Business

In today's highly mobile work environment, your company's intellectual property (IP), whether that's patents, trade secrets or just employee know-how, may be more valuable than its physical assets and more vulnerable than you realize. Sending IP outside your firewall can invite a data breach that could be extremely costly. This informative white paper describes 4 file sharing and productivity challenges and outlines essential tips for success. See how you can facilitate a more efficient and secure work environment by reading on now. Provided by Intralinks.

This white paper discusses the real benefits of data integration and how they are significantly easier to attain than many companies believe. Planning and research enhances the way it uses data, making it a strategic component of all decision making and planning. Provided by DiCentral.

New Report from Chief Supply Chain Officer Insights Benchmarking Trends and Usage of Supply Chain Execution Technology; Survey Results from 300 Respondents, Plus Key Trends

New report from CSCO Insights on Building the Supply Chain from the Shelf Back, featuring survey results from 300 manufacturers and retailers. Excellent.

This white paper dicusses how the Distribution Center (DC) Bypass has always been an excellent solution for airfreight. However as we near the retail holiday rush, how can the same process be applied to the slower, yet more economical, world of ocean freight? The answer is to treat the ocean container as a 'Floating Warehouse' and postpone allocation decisions until the 'last minute'. Driven by Descartes' Purchase Order Direct technology, you can enjoy the same flexible allocations of air freight, but with the lower cost of ocean freight.

This Case Study examines how Genpact Transforms Supply Chain Operations of a Global Transportation Major with Smarter Processes, Analytics and Technology resulting in Optimized Overall Inventory, Reduced Order Cost, Stock Outs and Aged Inventory.

Brief Summary Document Listing Typical Supply Chain Network Design Objectives, Inputs and Outputs. Handy Reference Tool

This report discusses a study which was commissioned to gauge the current state of our ability to effectively track, trace, and recall products, both inside the enterprise and up and down the supply chain. Provided by Red Prairie.