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The ‘Governance’ Issue of synnovation Now Available Online (01 May 2008)
The latest issue of synnovation, the journal of the EDS Agility Alliance is now available online and focuses on the genius of good governance – the complex, yet critical processes, management, and decisions geared to help keep your organization ahead of the competition.
CIO at the Table (28 Apr 2008)
Technology isn't something you can ignore in the 21st century. Yet many organizations continue to misstep, not quite understanding the role of the CIO. IT as a whole is relatively new to the business world, and leaders are just beginning to learn how to manage and assimilate it into the mainstream of operations.
Top Caddie to Drive Away a Winner at EDS Byron Nelson Championship (11 Apr 2008)
As part of his 2007 EDS Byron Nelson Championship prize package, Scott Verplank took home a custom motorcycle built by Orange County Choppers. But this time around, the cool set of wheels won’t be going to the guy who swings the clubs. This year’s new ride will be going to the guy who carries them.
Innovation Program Improves Relationship With Flemish Government (20 Mar 2008)
To foster innovation and stimulate the exchange of information with the Flemish Government, EDS-Telindus, in close cooperation with the CIO office of the Flemish Government, have developed the INDIGO program (Innovation Dialogue with Government) in Belgium.
EDS Becomes Microsoft Dynamics CRM Partner (17 Mar 2008)
As an extension of a long-standing strategic relationship dating back nearly 20 years, EDS is now Microsoft’s enterprise partner to deliver Microsoft DynamicsTM CRM consulting and solutions in enterprise scenarios, such as contact centers and sales force automation.
EDS One of Fortune Magazine's 'America's Most Admired Companies' (17 Mar 2008)
EDS has been named one of the most admired companies in America for the third year in a row by Fortune magazine in its 2008 annual listing of firms with excellent reputations.
EDS Provides Technical Support For U.S. Government Conference (11 Mar 2008)
When the United States hosted a conference at the U.S. Naval Academy (USNA) in Annapolis, Md., last November, it called on EDS for technical support. The EDS Program Team that supported the event was recognized in January at a U.S. Department of State awards ceremony in Washington, D.C.
EDS Agility Alliance Wins 2008 ASAP Alliance Program Excellence Award (04 Mar 2008)
In late February, the EDS Agility Alliance received the , given by The Association of Strategic Alliance Professionals (ASAP), the leading global professional association dedicated to alliance formation and practice. Winners of ASAP’s Alliance Excellence Awards exemplify alliance best practices, innovation and organizational impact, often developing novel approaches in achieving results through collaboration.
EDS Earns Microsoft Award For Security Excellence (04 Mar 2008)
EDS received the 2008 Excellence in Security Award in the category of Overall Security recently presented at the Microsoft CSO Summit in Redmond, Washington. The award recognizes industry leaders for the planning, implementation and management of security programs that significantly improve their company’s security posture.
Making a List: Environmental Sustainability 101 (03 Mar 2008)
So your company is going “green,” but what does that really mean? Beyond the declaration, with so many choices, causes, and initiatives, separating the “must dos” from the “nice to dos” is your first challenge.
Enabling an Information-Driven Battlespace Through Net-Centric Logistics (26 Feb 2008)
In this Q&A, Greg Deabler, EDS Client Industry Executive for Defense in the Global Government Industry Group, discusses how EDS helps military clients around the world bridge the gap between the “last tactical mile” and the broader supply chain through Net-Centric Logistics.
The Eco-Advantage (25 Feb 2008)
Traditionally, going green means treading red. Even though environmentally sound practices are lauded, they're often considered the enemy of profit. Realigning manufacturing and supply chain processes with a strong environmental calculus can be disruptive, exacting huge costs in time, money, and intellectual capital. It's long been thought that an established company that maintains conventional manufacturing and distribution routines has a significant cost advantage over the environmentally conscious company.
EDS Receives ISO 9001:2000 Recertification For Americas Region Infrastructure Operations (21 Feb 2008)
EDS’ eight major service delivery centers in the Americas region have been recertified for the ISO 9001:2000 certificate, marking 10 years of the company adhering to an internationally recognized quality measurement standard. This recertification reflects EDS' world-class, client-service capabilities and relentless commitment to quality.
The Future Looks Green (18 Feb 2008)
No single technology should be seen as solving a particular distributed energy demand, but a combination can remove the key problem – designing for peak demand. Peak demand is the primary cause of excess carbon generation and the area ripest for innovation in the future. EDS Fellow Alex Cameron discusses how to tame IT energy usage toward future environmental sustainability in the latest issue of synnovation Magazine.
EDS Best Shore Strategy: Offshore IT Outsourcing Solutions (06 Feb 2008)
EDS runs its offshore IT outsourcing services on a network that is entirely owned by the company and carries only EDS clients’ data. EDS’ Best Shore solution is a key component of the company’s unique Global Delivery Model providing offshore IT outsourcing vendor services that match a client’s specific needs.
The Innovation Culture (04 Feb 2008)
Innovation is a hot topic. Companies are keen to innovate and be seen as innovative. But innovation is not a thing that can be purchased or installed like a computer system. Rather it is a culture that must be adopted and nurtured. EDS Fellow Mateen Greenway talks about how organizations can create a culture of innovation to bring creative new ideas to life.
Escaping IT Disruptions (28 Jan 2008)
EDS' Global Services Network (GSN) serves as an escape hatch in times of crisis, whether the danger is a natural disaster or a man-made mess. This one-of-a-kind, Multi-Protocol Layer Switching (MPLS) network enables EDS and its clients to quickly and easily transfer data around the world in a secure environment.
Manufacturing a More Agile 2008 (21 Jan 2008)
Manufacturing companies are shifting their strategy across the board in order to thrive in a flat world. Agility and the need for an adaptive enterprise remain a top priority for manufacturers around the globe. EDS predicts eight major trends that will influence manufacturing companies in 2008 from lean to green.
Three Waves of Nanotechnology (14 Jan 2008)
In 2000, one could identify only a handful of companies with nanotechnology programs. In 2005, 18 percent of the surveyed industries were already marketing products, about 80 percent expect to commercialize nano-products by 2010. EDS' Jeff Wacker talks about how companies can use nanotechnology to improve the supply chain.
EDS Rated “Positive” In Gartner’s 2007 Vendor Rating Report (09 Jan 2008)
EDS received an overall “positive” vendor rating in a recent report from global information technology research and analysis firm Gartner, Inc.
Taking Intel® vPro™ To the Streets (07 Jan 2008)
EDS introduces the new Intel® vPro™ and Intel® Centrino® Pro processor technology to its clients. With never-before-available remote management capabilities and virtualization technology incorporated into the hardware of a machine, no matter where a PC is located, if it crashes, a technician can diagnose and potentially fix the problem without leaving his desk.
2008: The Year For Greener and Leaner IT (31 Dec 2007)
With the steady demand for green action on the part of corporations as well as governments, organizations are turning to IT providers, like EDS, to address issues surrounding their need to go green. The EDS Fellows have highlighted eight ways CIOs can extend the life of existing facilities and reduce the environmental impact of computing in 2008.
EDS Year in Review (21 Dec 2007)
EDS continues to demonstrate consistent forward market momentum. In addition to quality improvements, EDS was recognized a number of times this year for its strength in the marketplace by industry analysts and publications as well as independent research groups. Read the highlights.
EDS Wins 2007 Infoworld 100 Award for PCIT System (20 Dec 2007)
EDS was recognized with a 2007 InfoWorld 100 Award for its work with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). The EDS-developed Phytosanitary Certificate Issuance and Tracking (PCIT) system was named one of the best IT projects of the year.
2008 Tech Trends: Freight, Logistics and Rail (17 Dec 2007)
The transportation industry is in the midst of a major transformation due to the rapidly changing demands of the global marketplace. Consolidation, globalization and ever increasing service level requirements are demanding that companies become more agile and work smarter in order to be competitive in the New Year. As companies begin to create 2008 plans, EDS highlights its top technology trends affecting the freight, logistics and rail industry.
Cyber Security Tips (09 Dec 2007)
The big business and government approach to cyber security contrasts sharply with many small business and home computer users who can unsuspectingly be the 'back doors' to a full-scale cyber attack. EDS security and privacy experts have identified EDS' eight tips to help consumers secure their part of cyberspace.
2007 Nobel Prize Award Ceremony (09 Dec 2007)
Nobel's Michael Sohlman discusses the legacy of the Nobel Prize and the corporate sponsorship of EDS. On Dec. 10, the 2007 Nobel Prize Award Ceremony for Physiology or Medicine, Literature, Chemistry, Physics, and for Economic Sciences in memory of Alfred Nobel took place in Stockholm, Sweden, as it has since 1901. The Nobel Peace Prize is presented that day in Oslo.
TPC Las Colinas Gets Extreme Makeover (03 Dec 2007)
In taking the job of remodeling the TPC Four Seasons at Las Colinas, D.A. Weibring had 18 holes to shape and four bosses to please – the Four Seasons Resort & Club, EDS, the Salesmanship Club and the PGA Tour.
Always On (03 Dec 2007)
In issue 6 of synnovation, EDS' Charlie Feld discusses the importance of flexibility and agility in today's competitive market. Last century, the most successful companies owned and controlled stuff: workforces, manufacturing plants, raw materials and systems. Today, the less stuff an enterprise owns, the more powerful it is because it possesses flexibility and agility.
Online Merchants… Naughty or Nice? (26 Nov 2007)
As more people do their holiday shopping online, the risk of the Grinch stealing holiday cheer – and identities – is at an all-time high. EDS security and privacy experts have identified EDS' eight tips for jolly and worry-free online shopping.
It's Only Innovation If It Works (19 Nov 2007)
While having a great idea can be the basis for new and exciting innovations, it's useless if it can't be implemented. EDS has been partnering with businesses and governments for 45 years to create innovative solutions that help numerous clients in diverse industries gain a competitive edge.
Merging IT With Energy (12 Nov 2007)
Merging technology with business strategy is key to maintaining a competitive edge in the energy sector. In particular, the ability to quickly collect and exploit real-time data as part of an informed decision-making process can yield significant benefits.

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