May 15, 2012 in ECM by Snowbound Software

Enterprise content management leader OpenText recently announced that it has received two SAP Pinnacle Awards for Global Software Solution Partner of the Year in the SAP Enterprise Support Integrated category.

The annual SAP Pinnacle Awards included 22 categories and more than 150 nominations from SAP employees and partners.

SAP global ecosystem channels president Eric Duffaut noted that OpenText received recognition for its impressive value offered to the company’s mutual partners, as well as its extensive relationship with SAP.

in Best Business Practices by Scott Pasho

Or, maybe time for Snowbound Software shirts with document viewing & image conversion trademarks?

Ah, remember the days of casual Fridays? The one day of the week where we all ‘dressed down’ in the office – substituting ‘office attire’ for the laid-back look? These days, it’s hard to tell what day of the week it is based upon the way people dress for work – it’s always casual now. (And sometimes too much so – are we working or going to the beach?)

May 14, 2012 in CEO's Corner by Simon Wieczner

Seems like a presumptuous statement, doesn’t it?  But…when 9 of the 10 largest financial institutions in the US use Snowbound Software products (and seven of world’s 10 largest as well), can it really be a fluke?

Let me explain.  As we know too well, we have all become very dependent upon our financial institutions.  Their systems cannot break down, they cannot be compromised, and they need to run 24x7x365. And if something goes wrong, there are millions of users who get upset.

May 9, 2012 in ECM by Snowbound Software

ZDNet's Robert Schifreen recently highlighted how the University of Brighton, which is located in the U.K. and has 4,000 staff members, adopted Microsoft's enterprise content management platform SharePoint 2010.

The university made the decision to bypass cloud computing in favor of the premise-based SharePoint to deliver personal file storage capabilities because the school has a policy restricting the use of off-site data hosting. The writer indicated that the platform was ideal for a variety of the institution's needs, including the My Sites feature, which replaced personal private networks so staff could access files on-site or off the campus.

May 8, 2012 in Best Business Practices by Scott Pasho

As wine is to food, Snowbound Offerings Complement ECM Systems

After sixteen years, it’s nice to be able to say that Snowbound, like fine wine, keeps getting better with age. A fledgling start-up in 1996, the firm now is a well-established market leader in the field of document viewing and image conversion applications and toolkits. (Please excuse any viticultural or technological phraseology faux pas made by the author attempting to marry these two fine subjects together.)

Just as wine is meant to complement food, the company’s technology enhances electronic content management (ECM) storage systems in a wide variety of industries around the globe. Benefits to these firms include:

in ECM by Snowbound Software

Enterprise content management firm OpenText recently announced the availability of its Exceed onDemand application for the iPad, extending its lineup of mobile solutions. According to the company, enterprises using the app can gain collaborative access to their mission-critical solutions along with enhanced security and content management features.

The iPad, in particular, is considered a game-changing device. OpenText cited a study conducted by market research firm IDC that projected global tablet shipments to surpass 106 million in 2012. The iPad will account for a majority of these devices.

May 7, 2012 in Best Business Practices by Scott Pasho

Or, won’t you be my ‘Friend’? We’d ‘like’ that!

Every marketing publication seems to have some study or other about the importance of social media as part of a firm’s overall marketing strategy, and most organizations do have some sort of presence in this channel today. Case in point, aside from the online presence of our website and blog, we here at Snowbound Software also have a Facebook page, as well as a LinkedIn listing and group dedicated to our document viewing audience.

May 2, 2012 in ECM by Snowbound Software

EasyLink is a cloud-based business integration and electronic messaging services company based in Atlanta. The acquisition is expected to be completed sometime this summer, OpenText said.

The ECM vendor said its total revenue for the third quarter increased by 11.1 percent from 2011, surpassing $292 million. OpenText said its ECM solution was a key part of this growth, including the release of the Extended ECM for SAP Solutions Version 10 and SAP Supplier Relationship Management applications.

“OpenText delivered our best third quarter adjusted earnings per share and cash from operations, and on a year-to-date basis our adjusted earnings per share was up 14 percent,” said OpenText CEO Mark Barrenechea.

May 1, 2012 in ECM by Snowbound Software

Companies are patiently waiting the next release of Microsoft’s popular enterprise content management system, SharePoint. An IT solutions vendor recently offered several tips for businesses preparing to update to the new application.

According to the provider, companies are encouraged to refresh their current hardware, software patches and operating systems to support the latest SharePoint release. Businesses should also consolidate their Windows File Shares and Exchange Public Folders if needed, as well as their data externalization to make the transition more effective.

Organizations may also want to invest in a strong governance policy for the next SharePoint release.

in Best Business Practices by Snowbound Software

The Golf Course that is…

Golf is one of those games that have been frequently described as a mobile meeting while walking through a park. Executives often invite clients, partners and other business associates to partake in this pastime as a way to commence or continue negotiations, or as a ‘thank you’ once these are successfully concluded.

This got me to thinking that maybe we at Snowbound Software should begin an incentive-laden tournament with our customers, prospects and partners – perhaps the Snowbound Open or the Snowbound Masters – with an inventive pricing structure. For instance, rather than offering volume or site licensing discounts for our document viewing and image conversion products and services, one could set their own discount based upon their score card. The better you play – the less you pay!