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Sierra Wireless Streamlines Financial Operations and Provides Visibility Into Sales Information

Overview Sierra Wireless is a known leader in developing innovative wireless data technology. The company wanted to streamline financial operations and improve the accuracy of financial reporting and increase visibility into sales information. They wanted to ensure compliance with Canadian government financial reporting regulations and streamline the procurement process to improve order accuracy. Sierra Wireless used Oracle's JD Edwards EnterpriseOne applications to streamline reporting and increase visibility into critical business information, driving more informed decisions.

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Publisher	Oracle	File Format	PDF
Date Published	December 2006
Format	Case Studies
Topics	Finance

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