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IBM Unveils New X3 Architecture, ‘Hurricane’ Chip Set for xSeries Servers
When IBM introduced the first Enterprise X-Architecture to its line of Intel Corp.-based systems in 2001, it soon came to dominate the eight-way space of the market, according to company officials. IBM aims to do the same in the four-way space with the introduction Tuesday of the next generation of the architecture, X3, and a…
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Outsourcing, Clustering Take Center Stage
ACS in Delta Deal Affiliated Computer Services on Monday said it has captured a human resources business-process outsourcing pact with Delta Air Lines. The 7-year, $120-million agreement covers HR functions including compensations and benefits, administration, relocation services, recruiting, learning, payroll, HR information services, and employee call center services. Delta has previously pursued the outsourcing route.…
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Resellers, Consumers File Suit Against Apple
A group of Apple resellers in conjunction with consumers have filed a 26-page class action lawsuit against the company accusing it of unlawful business practices, breach of contract, misappropriation of trade secrets and other practices illegal under consumer law. The suit was filed in San Francisco Superior Court last Thursday by two former Apple resellers,…
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Computer Associates Releases New BPM Suite
Computer Associates, better known for its storage and network management software, announced Tuesday it is entering the business process management business. The company, based in Islandia, N.Y., on Tuesday released new software, called CleverPath Aion 10, that enables both IT and business users to define, implement, monitor and manage business processes. The software includes functionality…
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Microsoft Acquires ERP Tool Set for Axapta
Microsoft on Tuesday announced the purchase of ERP Complete, an implementation tool designed to cut time and costs of deploying Axapta, Microsoft’s enterprise resource planning suite aimed at the manufacturing, distribution, retail and services industries. The tool was acquired for an undisclosed amount from En’tegrate Software LLC of Rolling Meadows, Ill., a software and consulting…
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Cisco Aims to Create Reseller Advantage with Clear Advantage
Cisco Systems Inc. has developed a new incentive program to encourage its partners to buy its MDS 9000 storage products. Although incentive programs are common in the storage arena, Cisco, based in San Jose, Calif., faced an additional challenge, since channel partners do not buy products directly from the company. Instead, they must purchase products…
