May 27, 2010, 4:39 PM —
Back to basics: The difference between SaaS and Cloud Computing
If you run your servers, Cloud Computing is for you. If not, you'll get more out of SaaS.
What problem are you trying to solve?
Your sales manager comes up, points to an article in a trade magazine, and says "we must put in CRM!" What do you do?
May 25, 2010, 8:00 AM —
Some thoughts about SaaS and cloud computing
Take a look at your data center and ask: Why is this here?
May 24, 2010, 11:09 AM —
ByDesign Upgrade Means SAP is Serious About SaaS
If you're doing an ERP software selection between Oracle and SAP, you really need to look at ByDesign
May 20, 2010, 10:07 AM —
Why would SAP buy Sybase? Hint: It's not for the database.
May 13, 2010, 6:54 PM —
When a software system fails: Should it stay or should it go?
There are a lot of things you can do to try to salvage a failed system. One solution that has to be in the arsenal is "punt."
May 12, 2010, 12:42 PM —
In-memory Databases Do Not Excuse Fat, Bloated Applications
In-memory databases are great, but please no bloat!
May 07, 2010, 9:23 AM —
The Three Rules of Reports
They must be accurate, sufficiently detailed, and ... pretty?
May 06, 2010, 9:42 AM —
Third Party Software Support: Yes or No?
Saving 50% could cost you 100%
May 05, 2010, 10:08 AM —
Palm's Business Software Legacy
It all started with HP and Palm. It's only fitting that they join forces.
April 29, 2010, 2:05 PM —












