In A Journey Through Oz: The Business Leaders' Road Map to Tracking Information Technology Assets, author Chris Jesse maps out a yellow brick road that your organization can follow in the quest for proactive control of enterprise-wide assets. This book reveals the true wizardry behind improved corporate productivity and the overall survival of organizations in today's highly competitive markets -- a full-featured asset tracking solution.

Sound esoteric? Not when you consider the massive savings potential.

Jesse, the CEO of Tangram Enterprise Solutions, Inc., a publicly held software company, explains in a breezy, conversational style how an asset tracking solution can be used by business leaders across the organization to answer critical business questions, such as:

Why am I always planning IT asset programs in the dark? What IT assets are installed in the enterprise and how do we reconcile this information with the fixed-asset accounting system? Why do software upgrades always cost ten times more than expected? How can I better manage the increasing theft of IT assets? What impact is Internet access having on employee productivity? How do I increase end-user productivity while reducing the cost of end-user support?

Convinced? Then Jesse walks you step by step through the process of purchasing the right system for your corporation's needs. It may not be quite as easy as tapping your heels together three times...but it's a lot easier than you might think.

A Journey Through Oz: The Business Leaders' Road Map to Tracking Information Technology Assets

A feasible asset allocation framework for the post 2008 financial world

Asset allocation has long been a cornerstone of prudent investment management; however, traditional allocation plans failed investors miserably in 2008. Asset allocation still remains an essential part of the investment arena, and through a new approach, you'll discover how to make it work.

In The New Science of Asset Allocation, authors Thomas Schneeweis, Garry Crowder, and Hossein Kazemi first explore the myths that plague this field then quickly move on to examine how the practice of asset allocation has failed in recent years. They then propose new allocation models that employ liquidity, transparency, and real risk controls across multiple asset classes.

• Outlines a new approach to asset allocation in a post-2008 world, where risk seems hidden
• The "great manager" problem is examined with solutions on how to capture manager alpha while limiting downside risk
• A complete case study is presented that allocates for beta and alpha

Written by an experienced team of industry leaders and academic experts, The New Science of Asset Allocation explains how you can effectively apply this approach to a financial world that continues to change.

The New Science of Asset Allocation: Risk Management in a Multi-Asset World (Wiley Finance)

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A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO IMPROVING SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS WITH RFID

Written by the Director of the Center for Excellence in Supply Chain Management at Baylor University, RFID in the Supply Chain offers expert insight to help you decide whether, when, and how to use RFID technology to improve supply chain management processes.

This informative volume provides a technological overview of RFID and explains the three architecture layers of the Electronic Product Code (EPC) global standards: identify, capture, and exchange. Building consensus for RFID adoption as well as security and privacy concerns are discussed. Real-world case studies illustrate the broad range of RFID applications across industries. A summary of RFID benefits and a look ahead at future implementations conclude this detailed resource.

Coverage includes:

• Technical overview of RFID technology basics and systems components
• Advantages and limitations of RFID
• EPC global industry standards
• Operational, technical, and financial challenges in designing RFID applications
• RFID security and privacy concerns and solutions
• Business analytics and building the business case for RFID implementation
• Improved supply chain visibility
• Improved asset visibility and capital goods tracking
• Work-in-progress tracking--managing internal supply chains
• Library management systems
• Returnable asset tracking

Features 32 case studies of successful RFID implementation at:
Gillette * Charles Vogele Group * Intermountain Healthcare * Walter Reed Army Medical Center * AeroScout * Erlangen University Hospital (Germany) * Royal Phillips Electronics * Pro-X Pharmaceuticals * Endware Defense Systems * National Library Board Singapore * Belgian University Library * Rewe Group * and many others

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This book provides an introduction to RFID technology. It describes and addresses the following: How RFID works, how it is and can be used in current and future applications. The History of RFID technology, the current state of practice and where RFID is expected to be taken in the future. The role of middleware software to route data between the RFID network and the information technology systems within an organization.   Commercial and government use of RFID technology with an emphasis on a wide range of applications including retail and consumer packaging, transportation and distribution of products, industrial and manufacturing operations, security and access control. Industry standards and the regulatory compliance environment and finally, the privacy issues faced by the public and industry regarding the deployment of RFID technology.

Praise for Accounting Control Best Practices, Second Edition

"A comprehensive, well-organized reference manual that is perfect for managers and auditors of public and private companies. Whether you wish to comply with the rigors of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act or take your company to the next level, Accounting Control Best Practices, Second Edition contains virtually everything you'll need to design, challenge, and improve your company's internal control environment."
—Matthew T. Posta, Esq., CPA

"Steven Bragg continues to improve the accounting field by providing thorough, step-by-step instruction in accounting best practices. During a recent software conversion, his book was my expert guide ensuring that the previous manual controls were replaced with the now automated process. It provides practical steps for both small and large organizations."
—Melody TroesserDirector of Accounting ServicesCole County Residential Services, Inc.

"This updated reference is a comprehensive source for those who design, implement, or evaluate controls. Guidance is focused on understanding and mitigating risks, while also acknowledging the importance of efficiency and the use of automated systems. A very worthwhile addition to our knowledge base in today's control-aware environment."
—Clint Davies, PrincipalBerry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker

Fixed Asset Accounting addresses the GAAP and IFRS accounting for all key fixed asset topics, including capital budgeting, interest capitalization, asset retirement obligations, depreciation, impairment, and disposal. The book delves into many other areas as well, including the record keeping, controls, policies and procedures, measurements, and auditing procedures related to fixed assets. There are review questions and answers at the end of every chapter.

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