News and Analysis (15703)
RANDOM THOUGHTS: WORF
- Friday, 30 September 2016
- News and Analysis
- Written by mark
I just overdrafted my secret Wells Fargo account. But that's okay, I was able to cover the difference with another account I didn't know I had. But the bank, accused of systematically setting up accounts without customers' knowledge, went too far when it set up millions of piggy banks for children without their knowing it. Meanwhile, Wells Fargo has agreed to stop using the internal slogan, "A penny saved is three cents in fees".
SAP TO PUT $2B INTO IOT
- Friday, 30 September 2016
- News and Analysis
- Written by mark
Enough just talking about the Internet of Things—SAP has agreed to pump 2 billion euros, about $2.2 billion over the next five years, into developing its IoT software portfolio. Besides putting the money in its own operations, the Germany-based software company says funds will grow its partners and startups. Soon, you'll be able to text your microwave and have your coffee mug heated up while you park the car.
VAR STARS 2016: SUBMISSIONS ACCEPTED
- Friday, 30 September 2016
- News and Analysis
- Written by PMG Admin
It's a competition that has everyone on edge. Who knows who will be chosen? No it's not Hillary or Donald, it is the selection of Bob Scott's Insights' VAR Stars for 2016 Firms are not ranked. They are chosen for quality and factors considered include growth, innovations and participation in the reseller community and contributions to it. Resellers from the very largest organizations to one-person shops have been honored. To receive a form, please contact me at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Deadline for submissions is October 20.
AVALARA EXPANDS IN BRAZIL
- Friday, 30 September 2016
- News and Analysis
- Written by mark
Sales tax vendor Avalara has significantly expanded operations in Brazil in a series of acquisitions. A spokesperson says recent moves grew the business from a handful of consultants and a NetSuite connector to 12 products, four services, and approximately 100 employees. The move follows this month's announcement Avalara had raised $50 million in capital for fueling growth, including M&A.
INFOR STARTS PARTNER HELPDESK
- Thursday, 29 September 2016
- News and Analysis
- Written by PMG Admin
Software giant Infor has launched the Infor Partner HelpDesk which is designed to provide a "one-stop resource' for answering complex product-specific queries. The program relies on services of solutions specialists in the Infor Center of Excellence in Hyderabad, India. The initially supported systems are Infor LN, Infor CloudSuite Industrial Manufacturing (SyteLine) and Factory Track.
SAGE PAYMENTS PORTAL OPENS
- Thursday, 29 September 2016
- News and Analysis
- Written by mark
Sage has launched a payments developer portal. Based on technology from Apigee, The Sage Payments Developer Portal is described as "a modern, scalable, and collaborative content management system that delivers an easy-to-consume API experience for Sage Payment ISV and software development partners." Developers and ISVs can access API resources, share information and promote completed integration products.
SOCIUS ADDS AFFILIATE
- Thursday, 29 September 2016
- News and Analysis
- Written by mark
Socius has accepted a new member into its Affiliate network. The Dublin, Ohio-based Dynamics Master VAR says it has accepted Vancouver, B.C.-based 2B Diverse Workplace Integration Solutions into Socius Affiliate Services. Now, there is a phrase we have not seen much lately "Master VAR".
ROSE FIELDS TRIMMER HOSTING
- Thursday, 29 September 2016
- News and Analysis
- Written by
RoseASP has introduced hosting plans for companies that don't have the same needs of its larger customers in regulated fields. "We have slimmed down our offering," says Linda Rose, CEO of the San Diego, Calif.-organization. The latest plans are DYNGPAZURE.com and DYNAVAZURE.com for the Dynamics GP and NAV systems respectively.
NEW HEAD AT EVERYDAYHERO
- Thursday, 29 September 2016
- News and Analysis
- Written by mark
Blackbaud has named Jerry Needel as president of Everydayhero, its subsidiary that markets crowdfundraising products. Before moving to the new job, Needel had worked at Indiegogo, in the online fundraising arenas. From October 2012 through April 2015, he served as SVP of sales and marketing.
ACUMATICA STRIKES OEM DEAL
- Thursday, 29 September 2016
- News and Analysis
- Written by mark
Acumatica has entered an OEM Alliance with Censof Holdings Berhad, a software vendor based in Malaysia. This is the latest in Acumatica's expansion via companies that agree to utilize its financial software as a basis for their products. According to the announcement, "Censof is continuing its aggressive expansion across the globe to establish major positions in both advanced and emerging markets."
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