Opinion on Software in North America

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Logica advances its smart grid capabilities with Starview Technology

The recent news that Logica has partnered with Starview Technology to create the Real-Time Demand Automator is further evidence of its commitment to leading the development of technologies to support smart energy functionality. Given the firm's relative strength in the European utility industry, it appears to be positioning itself well, particularly in the analytics space.

Published By Datamonitor
18 Aug 2010
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The Red Queen dilemma: can the insurance industry resolve it?

Following the financial crisis, the landscape of the insurance industry has changed. Due to the Red Queen dilemma, players are going to have to adapt quickly to the changing market, but some have not even yet realized that this is necessary. Research by Ovum reveals that insurers' awareness of the dilemma and ability to deal with it vary by geographic location.

Published By Datamonitor
18 Aug 2010
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SAP: continuing its sustainability drive

German software developer SAP has announced plans to acquire TechniData, a key player in the burgeoning 'sustainability software' segment. As interest in this niche area grows, new companies will be formed to exploit opportunities, while existing companies will look to expand their portfolios through acquisitions and new product development.

Published By Datamonitor
27 Apr 2010
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SunGard Higher Education turns a corner with Banner Relationship Management

SunGard Higher Education's recent announcement regarding the refocusing of its Banner Enrollment Management Suite represents a significant paradigm shift in the market. More pertinently, the move has far-reaching implications for the long-term uptake of customer relationship management for higher education on an institution-wide basis.

Published By Datamonitor
21 Aug 2009
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In search of financial criminals through social link analysis

SAS recently released its social link analysis tool, increasing the availability of software designed to identify suspicious individuals or corporations. However, successful deployments are entirely dependent on selecting the right internal data. Moreover, if banks do not provide adequate shared data, the solution may never achieve its full potential.

Published By Datamonitor
19 Aug 2009
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Adoption of home energy management systems restricted by cost and control issues

While home energy management systems are a useful way of reducing energy use, with benefits for consumers and utilities alike, the adoption of this technology is likely to be hampered by a number of factors including concerns over privacy and a lack of return on investment. As a result, uptake is likely to be optional and driven by sophisticated users and utilities struggling to meet peak demands.

Published By Datamonitor
24 Jul 2009
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edge IPK and Earnix: seeking to help US carriers improve the customer relationship

Having established themselves in the European market, edge IPK and Earnix are expanding into the US property and casualty market. Both vendors have compelling offerings that should succeed in the US market, however, new regulations in the US insurance market and cost restrictions brought on by the current economic climate will not make it easy for either company.

Published By Datamonitor
10 Jul 2009
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Financial crisis creating opportunities for providers of scenario risk modeling

The regulatory response to the financial crisis will require banks to undergo a thorough retooling of risk management systems to provide a far more comprehensive range of scenario testing and forecasting capabilities. Vendors looking to provide solutions that meet this demand will find both efficiency and scalability to be important selling points.

Published By Datamonitor
08 Jun 2009
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Making strides: Obama and technology

When Barack Obama was elected president last November, his campaign's use of technology was innovative, historic and undoubtedly successful. During his first 100 days in office, Obama has made moves toward improving government IT and there are indications that the campaign's methods have permeated the way the White House leverages technology, both operationally and from a policy perspective.

Published By Datamonitor
06 Apr 2009
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Genesys: cements course with acquisitions of SDE and Conseros

Software developer Genesys has acquired SDE and Conseros, allowing the company to offer customer service solutions that better integrate the contact center into the greater enterprise. While Genesys has definitively staked out its future course with this new investment, it remains to be seen whether its customers will be as receptive to its newly integrated products.

Published By Datamonitor
06 Feb 2009

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