Table of Contents
IDC Opinion
In This Study
Situation Overview
Seeburger Background
Seeburger Business Integration Server
Figure: Seeburger Platform Capabilities
B2B Integration Server
Trading Partner Management
Communications Services
Business Process Automation
Business Activity Monitoring
Mainframe Migration Prompts Change in B2B Platform for Fortune 500 Manufacturer
SAP Relationship Tilts the Deal
Hybrid Model Adopted
Success Metrics
IT Equipment Reseller Reduces Translation Complexity in a Changing SAP Environment
Implementation
Expectations and Results
Global Rollout Underway
B2B Marketplace Start-Up
Larger Opponents Shoved Out for Pushing Unnecessary Components
Quick Pilot Solutions, Top-Notch People Win the Deal
Very Fast Translation, Scales Well
Future Outlook
Essential Guidance
For Enterprise Buyers
Buy What You Need Up Front
Anticipate Continuing Complexity, Gradual Simplification
Add Training to Scope of Project
Multiple Types of Expertise Needed
Add Visibility to Key Requirements
For Vendors
Importance of the Vendor's Staff and Their Technical Skills
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