Tendencies in the development of EPR systems

Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing

2013

Abstract. The evolution of internet created new opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SME), among which are social networks. This work aims at analyzing the potential of these networks for the SME in Algarve, creating a questionnaire for the purpose. The empirical study revealed that some firms have already an integrated business strategy with social networks, as well as a group in the firm responsible for it. Most of their managers consider that social networks enhance performance, but few really measure these results. A categorical principal component analysis identified two dimensions of social networks' use: social networks for product-client interaction and knowledge; and social networks with potential for marketing. A supplementary analysis (hierarchical clustering) identified three patterns of SME's involvement in social networks: cluster Social Net Level 1, cluster Social Net Level 2 and cluster Social Net Level 3. These groups validated the results described above, indicating a sustainable methodological approach.

Section: The Alignment Issuementioning

confidence: 99%

Section: The Alignment Issuementioning

confidence: 99%

How Small and Medium Enterprises Are Using Social Networks? Evidence from the Algarve Region

Belo¹,

Castela

Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing

2013

“…However, there is some resistance to adopt them related with time of adaptation and change of the existent databases and systems. This can be long and firms generally avoid interrupting their normal activities to start those changes (Vasilev & Georgiev, 2003). But many are implementing these systems and benefiting from the whole integration they create, giving a global view of management.…”

Section: Do Portuguese Firms Align Their Is With Their Businesses?mentioning

confidence: 99%

Main Differentiating Issues in Aligning Information Systems with Business Performance

International Journal of Information Systems in the Service Sector

2013

The information systems and technologies (IS/IT) are a decisive platform in the response capacity of organizations to the new management imperatives through new solutions that permit to improve their competitive position. As information management is a highly differentiating area, the present study compares several enterprises of different sectors, located (headoffice or branch) in the Algarve region, with the aim of systematising the main differentiating issues related with adoption, restructuring and implementation of information systems and supportive technologies. Every organization should define an accurate and in time plan

“…This explains why some companies do not want to adopt ERP systems as these can disrupt their normal activities (Vasilev and Georgiev, 2003). Currently, technology companies are committed to put into their ERP new modules tailored to the business reality of several sectors (industry, health, banking, commerce, etc.)…”

Section: Tendencies In Information Systemsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…CRM processes can, by means of advanced techniques like data mining, capture profiles and behaviors that were not perceived before. These tools have become effective in engaging a customer to the point of waiting for the goods or services that he previously outlined (Vasilev and Georgiev, 2003).…”

Section: Tendencies In Information Systemsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Business Intelligence and Contribution of Entrepreneurial Information Architecture

Communications in Computer and Information Science

2010

Abstract. We are witnessing the need for a quick and intelligent reaction from organizations to the level and speed of change in business processes. The arising problems can be: from wrong lasting information; systems not fully used or explored; slow reaction to change; etc. This requires two main confluent action methods: people to synchronize their visions, ideas and strategies in the whole organization; and, in that context, select the information that strictly answers to the performance factors at the right moment. The proposed methodology turns to the potential of approach to the entrepreneurial architecture as well as to the potential of the information system in order to integrate the data and resources needed for that performance. The modeling of an information architecture of the company and its business helps in the identification of critical information, the one which is according to the mission, prospects and business success factors.