@article{barrad_analytics_2020,

title = {An analytics architecture for procurement},

author = {S. Barrad and S. Gagnon and R. Valverde},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85083561161&doi=10.4018%2fIJITSA.2020070104&partnerID=40&md5=79790ea0afaa8174f59e639d7c9ce917},

doi = {10.4018/IJITSA.2020070104},

issn = {1935570X (ISSN)},

year  = {2020},

date = {2020-01-01},

journal = {International Journal of Information Technologies and Systems Approach},

volume = {13},

number = {2},

pages = {73–98},

abstract = {Procurement transformation and pure cost reduction are no longer a novelty in today's modern business world. Procurement, as a core business function, plays a key role given its ability to generate value for the firm. From maximizing supplier value to minimizing contract leakage, challenges seldomly lack in this department. In fact, both resource and skill shortages and technology limitations are typically "top-of-mind" for Procurement Executives. Many research articles around the concept of cost reduction however, limited literature has been published in the areas of Artificial Intelligence, analytics and Rules-Based Systems and their specific application in Procurement. This article proposes a new enterprise architecture, leveraging emerging technologies to guide procurement organizations in their digital transformation. Our intent is to discuss how analytics, business rules and complex event processing (CEP) can be explored and adapted to the world of procurement to help reduce costs. This article concludes by suggesting an approach to implement the proposed architecture. Copyright © 2020, IGI Global.},

note = {Publisher: IGI Global},

keywords = {Big data, Business process management, Complex event processing, Complex event processing (CEP), Computer science, Cost reduction, Digital transformation, Emerging technologies, Enterprise Architecture, Information technology, Machine learning, Predictive analytics, Procurement, Procurement organizations, Proposed architectures, Rules based systems, Skill shortage, Supply chain management, Technology limitations},

pubstate = {published},

tppubtype = {article}

}

@article{woodley_bpm_2005,

title = {BPM and SOA: Synergies and challenges},

author = {T. Woodley and S. Gagnon},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-33744797648&doi=10.1007%2f11581062_75&partnerID=40&md5=d2c8bdaf2afbc46137231ecb42bc8151},

doi = {10.1007/11581062_75},

issn = {03029743},

year  = {2005},

date = {2005-01-01},

journal = {Lecture Notes in Computer Science (including subseries Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence and Lecture Notes in Bioinformatics)},

volume = {3806 LNCS},

pages = {679–688},

abstract = {While BPM and SOA have evolved independently, there is an inevitable symbiotic relationship between them. As well, a SOA can be developed using various service formats, whether unique Web Services, orchestrated services using the Business Process Execution Language (BPEL), or other service providers. A SOA promotes the creation of highly accessible, loosely coupled, discrete business services. For greatest reach, BPM consumes and leverages such services, tying them together to solve and streamline broad business challenges. Not surprisingly however, there are certain considerations while designing a SOA to support BPM. Certain service designs align well within a BPM solution or strategy, while others can cause significant headaches for an overall BPM solution. Conversely, SOA with BPM layered on top can become an entirely different value proposition as compared to SOA alone. As a backbone for SOA components, BPM can integrate important functionalities to extend the value of the SOA investment. Similarly, BPM can provide a platform for SOA service management. We will explore the interdependencies between BPM and SOA, and will provide practical guidance on how to make each implementation mutually supportive, extending the reach and value of each. We will also discuess whether SOA alone can provide the business service functionality required for BPM solutions of the future, or if other complementary architectures may also have a role to play. © Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg 2005.},

note = {ISBN: 3540300171; 9783540300175 

Place: New York, NY},

keywords = {BPM solution, Business Process Execution Language (BPEL), Computational complexity, Computer architecture, Formal languages, Information management, Information technology, Problem solving, SOA service management, Symbiotic relationships, World Wide Web},

pubstate = {published},

tppubtype = {article}

}

@article{gagnon_are_2005,

title = {Are we ready for the service oriented architecture?},

author = {S. Gagnon},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-33744824076&doi=10.1007%2f11581062_86&partnerID=40&md5=0a3efa749b3c4efa8cf2039b0ea43815},

doi = {10.1007/11581062_86},

issn = {03029743},

year  = {2005},

date = {2005-01-01},

journal = {Lecture Notes in Computer Science (including subseries Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence and Lecture Notes in Bioinformatics)},

volume = {3806 LNCS},

pages = {765},

abstract = {This Industry Track Panel poses a strategic question, "Are We Ready for the Service Oriented Architecture (SOA)?" We discuss this issue from both vendor and adopter perspectives in the company of 5 IT Executives. In particular, we go beyond the discussion of SOA standards as such, and try to assess the importance of this approach from the point of view of related technologies, such as Business Process Management, Enterprise Architecture, Configuration Management, Business Rules Systems, and Open Source Solutions. © Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg 2005.},

note = {ISBN: 3540300171; 9783540300175 

Place: New York, NY},

keywords = {Administrative data processing, Adopter perspectives, Business Rules Systems, Computer architecture, Computer science, Configuration Management, Information analysis, Information technology, Open Source Solutions, Problem solving, Service oriented architecture, World Wide Web},

pubstate = {published},

tppubtype = {article}

}