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July/August 2004 
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The World of BPM is constantly changing and BPM Partners wants to keep you informed. This newsletter brings together the latest news and commentary related to Business Performance Management.

 

BPM News and Views
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  • Hyperion Enhances Integration
  • How to Sell Employees on the Balanced Scorecard
  • A BPM Conference for Finance AND IT
  • Interview with Cognos
  • Best Practices in Planning

  • How to Sell Employees on the Balanced Scorecard
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    While much has been written about the BSC as a strategic management tool, scant attention has focused on how organizations communicate the role, use, and benefits of the BSC internally. This case study of how Unilever rolled out the Balanced Scorecard throughout its organization may provide some valuable pointers for your own efforts.

    Read the article (PDF) »

     

    A BPM Conference for Finance AND IT
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    While most performance management events are targeted at either business or IT leaders, this conference can address the needs of both groups. This DCI event has three tracks: BI, DW, and BPM and takes place in Boston on September 28-30, 2004. Featured industry luminaries include: Bill Inmon, Claudia Imhoff, John van Decker, Henry Morris, and Craig Schiff.

    Learn more or register »

    Interview with Cognos
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    Cognos is a leading player in both the BI tools space and in business performance management. This interview with the VP of Product Innovation and Technology sheds some light on Cognos' views on BPM, developing key performance indicators, and BI standardization.

    Read the interview »

    Best Practices in Planning
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    There are many approaches to better planning: zero- based budgeting, activity-based budgeting, value planning, balanced scorecard, value management/EVA, rolling forecasts/continuous planning, to name a few. This article authored by the Buttonwood Group looks at the pros and cons of each of these approaches and helps you determine which is the best fit for your company.

    Read the article (PDF) »

     

    Hyperion Enhances Integration
     

    Hyperion, a leading BPM solutions provider, offers a suite that is both broad and deep. As this suite developed over time through acquisition and internal development on both the east and west coasts, integration became a challenge. Hyperion has recently taken some positive steps to address this issue, but it has not been widely publicized. Follow the link to learn more.

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    Quick Links...

    Building the Business Case for BPM - Webcast replay: What you need to know to move your project out of perpetual research mode

    Industry Dashboards to the Rescue - Learn how industry-specific dashboards can jumpstart your efforts

    Hospital Performance Management Summit September 27 - 29, 2004 - See a live demo of the BPM Partners Healthcare dashboard

    BPM for the Mid-market Webcast - September 8, 2004

    Peak Performance Services - Add a BPM Expert to Your Team

    BPM Partners Ltd Mini Conference - September 14, 2004 London

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