Setting and influencing the dice roll is just part of the picture. To beat the dice you have to know how to bet the dice. Whether you call it a "system," a "strategy," or just a way to play - this is the place to discuss it.
We talk about casino math quite a bit here and I continually recommend Dr. Robert Hannum's Practical Casino Math book (expensive) for those who are serious about it. Here's a link to a paper by Dr. Hannum. It'll give you an idea as to his wirting style as well as some specific math examples from the casino.