Real SOA rock stars know SOA is much more than Web services. They know how to use SOA to deliver a competitive business advantage. Now’s your time to take center stage. Learn how to apply SOA to make measurable business improvements. We’ve assembled these free resources so you can learn from other SOA rock stars.
See how they’ve met business challenges head-on to improve customer service … get greater ROI from existing IT assets … and build flexible business processes that keep up with changes. Bookmark this page for updates.
| Two-Minute Overviews CentraSite, webMethods |  |
Business Value of SOA Two-Minute ExplainerIn just two minutes, see how three companies used SOA to drive significant competitive advantage. Learn how these companies improved customer service, reduced time-to-value and increased business agility. Watch the video now. |
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Business Solution: Service-Oriented ArchitectureQuickly assemble applications and automate processes with our Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) solution. You can capture business capabilities as re-usable services. You can combine these services to rapidly create new applications, automate processes and integrate systems. We’ll also give you guidance on how to plan and implement your SOA program. |
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Business Solution: Service-Oriented ArchitectureQuickly assemble applications and automate processes with our Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) solution. You can capture business capabilities as re-usable services. You can combine these services to rapidly create new applications, automate processes and integrate systems. We’ll also give you guidance on how to plan and implement your SOA program. |
White Papers
ARIS, CentraSite, webMethods
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10 Reasons to Use SOA as a Foundation for BPMWhen used together, Business Process Management (BPM) and Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) help facilitate the next phase of the business process evolution—from simply automating business processes to creating flexible business processes. Read this white paper to learn the top 10 reasons to use BPM and SOA together. See how companies are achieving measurable benefits. |
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Seven SOA Practices to Unlock Business ValueLearn the seven secrets of successful SOA implementations based on real-world successes that have made measurable and enviable impact on their business – and have sometimes even set a new standard for their industry. Read the white paper. |
| Customer References CentraSite, Global Consulting Services, webMethods |  |
MAPFRE Puerto Rico automates processes to reduce costsInsurer reduces expenses and claims payments by automating processes. Productivity's up, thanks to consistent claims handling. |
| Customer References CentraSite, Global Consulting Services |  |
BRFkredit achieves shorter time-to-market with CentraSiteUsing CentraSite, BRFkredit has enhanced coordination and efficiency, saving IT time and resources and enabling better planning. Improved reporting has helped reduce assets and services by 20 percent. |
| Customer References ARIS, CentraSite, webMethods |  |
AutoTrader.com puts orders in the fast lane with BPMUsing webMethods BPMS, AutoTrader.com accelerates orders. Fulfillment time is cut by greater than 70 percent. The company yields even more benefits by adopting CentraSite, ARIS MashZone and ARIS Express. |
| Customer References ARIS, CentraSite, webMethods |  |
Saudi Telecom Company achieves service excellence with SOASaudi Telecom Company successfully completes a Service-Oriented Architecture pilot across critical customer-facing processes and paves a clear road for a strategic roadmap to deliver world-class telecommunications services. |
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Best Practices for Driving Greater Business Value with SOAIT leaders understand that Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) helps drive competitive advantage for the business. In fact, Forrester's data shows that 30 to 40 percent of SOA users say they use it for strategic business transformation. The secret of SOA success is to adopt best practices that use SOA to amplify the value of IT to the business. Watch the webinar. |
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SOA "Rock Star" Webinar Series: Realizing Business Value from SOAThis webinar series focuses on the best practices and experiences of "SOA Rock Stars" — IT and business professionals who have successfully led business transformation projects using SOA. Join Software AG and Forrester Research, Inc's Randy Heffner for a "backstage" look at industry best practices and real-world experiences of companies using SOA to improve processes, increase business ROI and lower total cost of ownership.Hear from Bruce Beeco of COX Communications to learn best practices in implementing an SOA that serve as the foundation for vital business processes! The third-largest cable entertainment and broadband services provider in the country, Cox Communications has over 6 million customers and over 22,000 employees. As a trusted service provider, Cox has to ensure reliability, simplicity, and consistency in its products and services. |
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What's the Business Value of SOA? Show it with KPIsIf you’re in IT, you’re being asked to add more business value than ever. You also know that SOA drives business value. See what key performance indicators you can use to start measuring results. Read the white paper. |
| Customer References CentraSite |  |
IXE Grupo Financiero reduces time to market using CentraSiteInvestment in CentraSite pays off with faster time to market. Other benefits include reduced costs and improved quality of services. |
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IXE Grupo FinancieroLa solución CentraSite™ de Software AG es una plataforma automatizada y sencilla de gobierno y de gestión del ciclo de vida que facilita la adopción del intercambio de recursos de activos (servicios y reglas de negocio) y de recursos de negocio que permiten a las empresas aplicar estándares, cumplir regulaciones, y ser autosustentables en recursos de negocio y TI. |
| Customer References Global Consulting Services, webMethods |  |
Hiscox improves customer experience using BPMSpecialty insurer Hiscox Ltd. improves the customer experience—fast and cost effectively—using webMethods. Predictable solutions are delivered faster at less cost. |
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Orange UK makes it easier for customers to "top up" accountsOrange UK makes mobile service more convenient with webMethods BPMS. Customers can add to their accounts from anywhere. |
| Customer References Adabas, Global Consulting Services, Natural, webMethods |  |
Florida Community College Jacksonville launches portal using SOACollege makes smart move using SOA to launch self-service portal. Savings add up to more than $250,000 a year. |
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Ping An Insurance Group transforms its business with an SOAPing An diversifies and expands using an SOA. Integration is achieved up to 10 times faster. Cross-selling is easier, thanks to one integrated application platform. |
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Forrester: Survey Results Show SOA Governance Improves SOA Benefit RealizationForrester Research survey results show the value of SOA is directly linked to an effective governance strategy. |
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