One size does not fit all, according to Jeff Stiles of SAP and Kathy Piontek from IBM. In this interview, these experts discuss how SMB customers can now change their business functionality as they grow. They highlight best practices that help mid-sized companies utilize preconfigured solutions with the right amount of customization to meet their specific needs.
This article was originally published in "Midmarket Strategies." It is reprinted here with permission of Montgomery Research, Inc.
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