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Today we’re going to go over how to generate barcodes in HTML-formatted store prints available in the IBM Sterling Web Store for Commerce (WSC) 9.4 and higher versions. Most of the big retailers are now using the Web Store for their In-Store Customer Pickup and Ship-From-Store business models. These store prints are used by the store associate (SA) for picking and packing operations. […]

IBM Watson Content Hub (WCH) is a cloud-based content management system (CMS) which allows you to manage and publish full website experiences or deliver headless content to your web and mobile experiences.  The initial product was launched in December, 2016 and in less than a year has positioned itself as a leading cloud based CMS.  […]

In just three short weeks, shoppers will begin the process of buying gifts for the holiday season. Unlike years past where many stood in line to buy their gifts, this year’s process will happen online. More than ever, consumers are taking charge of their own shopping experiences by using various channels to help them get […]

Game 6 of the World Series is tonight, pitting the Los Angeles Dodgers against the Houston Astros. So far, the games have been exciting, with records being set around home runs hit, runs scored, and length of game. Many expect that the championship won’t be decided until the 7th game, and neither team has shown […]

The prerequisite to install WebSphere Portal 9 on Ubuntu: Install Ubuntu 16.04 LTS operating system. Install IBM Installation Manager 1.8.5 or higher. (If you are running on a lower version of installation manager then upgrade it before starting the installation.) Download below eAssembly or part number separately for Portal 9 installation. You can download CJ1A3ML […]

Data security is the first and foremost requirement of all retail implementations. Once you have installed Sterling OMS, all sensitive data like database passwords is stored as clear text in application property files. Since encryption of property data in Sterling OMS is not provided as a default feature, the decisions about what type of data must […]

Every technology trend goes through its hype cycle and APIs are no different. Groomed as the swarm of mini-engines that would power the digital economy, many see APIs as the elixir that adds value and extends solutions. However, despite over 15,000 APIs on the market today, enterprises must follow best practices to take advantage of […]

With the arrival of Edge Computing, the coronation of IoT wasn’t far behind. As we’ll likely witness in IDC’s upcoming FutureScape Report and in already-released reports projects concerning the Internet of Things will likely see significant increase in 2018. Here are some of the reports we’re seeing: IoT Connections are Growing: According to Verizon’s 2017 […]

Save the date, let’s get together to have a great day of networking, knowledge sharing, skill improvements and a chance to get out of the office. The Indianapolis Maximo User Group provides a forum for Maximo users in the Indianapolis area to collaborate on their experiences with asset management and uses of IBM Maximo by […]

In the age of customer obsession, nothing is worse than a bad customer experience gone viral. Whether it’s a package arriving late, rude service people, or ignored product defections, headline-hungry newsrooms and vigilant everyday individuals pick up experiences quickly and won’t hold back in their stinging criticisms. Thankfully, there are paths around these fears. In […]

The beginning of the holiday season also represents a time to look towards 2018 and the technology trends most pertinent for executives. Even though we continue to be in unprecedented growth around cloud and DevOps solutions, other areas are gaining steam and stand to dominate media attention in the years ahead. One area to look […]

As a recent homeowner, I’ve become more attuned to the complexities of the building I live in. After all, the buck now stops with me around repair challenges including piping, the water heater, and the look of the interior. One thing that stands out to me around home repairs is that everything is standardized and […]