Articles categorized as "Special Features"
On a Cloud ERP
May 01, 2011
Ramco System’s chief-executive officer, P.R. Venketrama Raja is a technologist at heart. He explains why he wants to make Ramco’s cloud enterprise resource planning (ERP) product so sophisticated that it can drive efficiency across a company
Managing Peak Season Sales
Dec 01, 2010
The festive season sees the retail space abuzz with new offerings, discounts and deals that add to the charm of shopping. But, amidst the clutter, the risk of being passed over is just as high. From inventory and workforce management
Cloud Computing 101
Aug 01, 2010
Much like electricity, today, one can access information technology as and when needed. This has been made possible by cloud computing. Cost-effective and environment friendly, this new methodology is a win-win solution for both users as well as
It's all in the family
Aug 01, 2010
Unity is the best strategy a family business can adopt, states expert academic Prof. Kavil Ramachandran of the Indian School of Business
Franchising, piggybacking on a successful brand
Jul 01, 2010
Becoming a franchisee to an established brand is one way to fulfill one’s dream of becoming an entrepreneur even while drawing from the experience of the brand. But, even as this avenue presents opportunities, it throws up several challenges
Retain with a Personal Touch
Jul 01, 2010
Ever since the market expanded and opportunities grew, the concept of job-hopping has also become acceptable among employees and a nightmare for employers. Understanding employee needs and creating the right work atmosphere works well in retaining talent, creating a
The 4 R’s of Mobile Banking
Jul 01, 2010
Use of the ubiquitous mobile phone for financial services, will be akin to e payments on steroids, says Probir Roy, co-founder and director of PayMate
The Business Of Selling Leisure
Jul 01, 2010
As the Indian tourist becomes more worldly wise and adventurous, travel companies and holiday providers are exploring various ways to grab their interest and a share of the market
Moving into public space
Jun 01, 2010
In the first quarter of the current fiscal, India has seen a revival of initial public offerings from companies across industries. A look at the potential hits and misses amongst those who dared to go public
Going the Organic Way
Jun 01, 2010
Back to nature seems to be the catch phrase in operations across industries, including food production. Today, organic foods are becoming popular, but need mass and penetration to become part of everyday life
