Improve Operations:
Case Studies

Columbia Sportswear
An operations solution for the business that can’t wait
Published: May 24, 2007

A sportswear manufacturer supports an active lifestyle for its global workforce by providing access to messages and data—anytime, anywhere—using innovative messaging software.

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Manufacturer's employees trim inventory

Published: October 9, 2007

Employees at manufacturer A. O. Smith improve parts forecasting and reduce inventory costs with an automated replenishment system.
 

Battling cancer in 3-D

Published: September 25, 2007

Cancer researchers can make discoveries more quickly thanks to a site that lets colleagues around the world see annotated molecular images in three dimensions.
 

Biomedical alloengineering organization provides high touch service

Published: August 24, 2007

To best serve their customers and improve operations, LifeNet chose Microsoft solutions that integrate order entry, distribution, and financial functions.
 

Orbicon improves processes and communication

Published: August 8, 2007

With a Microsoft Dynamics AX-based solution, Orbicon optimized resources and processes as well as promoted knowledge sharing and collaboration.
 

Real-time data access for mobile employees

Published: June 28, 2007

Australian grain company GrainCorp provides the real-time information its executives and staff need for faster decision-making and accurate deliveries to demanding customers.
 

Technology transfusion saves millions of dollars

Published: June 18, 2007

New business systems help oil platform maker MODEC improve communications, encourage innovation, and keep pace with accelerating customer demands.
 

Supporting 30 percent annual growth

Published: May 14, 2007

Improved tracking and better communication help Mediterranean Shipping employees increase profits, productivity, and quality of service.
 

IT infrastructure update improves products and productivity

Published: May 8, 2007

Learn how Misys Healthcare Systems improved productivity, increased morale, and retained valued employees by replacing its legacy IT infrastructure.
 

Global manufacturer enhances 'culture of speed' with new communication tools

Published: April 18, 2007

Check out the innovative communication tools that help Gates Corporation employees boost productivity and respond more quickly to customer needs.
 

Software improves career development at Microsoft

Published: April 16, 2007

See how a new human resources tool helps Microsoft employees chart their careers and enables managers to accurately determine staffing requirements.
 

New plant ships one-millionth unit in record time

Published: September 21, 2006

Computer maker Dell uses Microsoft .NET technologies to achieve savings, reliability, and better performance at its state-of-the-art manufacturing complex.
 

JPMorgan’s people drive technological evolution

Published: October 25, 2005

Managers and staff reduced costs and improved efficiency through automation and connecting their computer systems. But they didn’t stop there.
 

How people improve operations at Microsoft

Microsoft Academy team learns lessons in productivity

Published: April 30, 2007

Explore the ways that Microsoft made life easier for its online sales training staff by creating an editable master catalog that provides a single location for current, accurate data.
 

Sales training tool educates managers, too

Published: May 10, 2007

Sales people need product training. Marketing managers need to know if teams are ready to sell new products. See how Microsoft developed tools that fill both needs.