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The 2024 Top 10 ERP Systems Report
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How to Integrate ERP Systems After a Merger or Acquisition
Many companies have encountered speed bumps in their attempts to continue their organic growth. In order to mitigate these economic headwinds, a fair number of companies have turned to merger and acquisition activities to reignite stagnant growth caused by maturing...Managing Conflict During an ERP Implementation
For many people, the word, “conflict” probably conjures up images of screaming, yelling and maybe the occasional swordfight. While conflict does have some negative connotations, there are actually circumstances where it can be useful if managed properly. In fact,...The Effects of Business Process Ownership on an ERP Implementation
During an ERP implementation, one of the best ways to obtain buy-in from employees is to involve them in business process reengineering efforts. More specifically, organizations should more effectively involve managers in ERP implementations by designating them...Are You Considering Mobile ERP?
The idea of mobile ERP is not new. While the internet has made a more functional connection to data possible, especially across multiple sites, the development of mobile devices has changed the face of business and ERP software both, and will continue to do so....How an ERP Implementation is Like a (Delicious) Subway Sandwich
Although I rarely reveal personal details in this blog, I’m comfortable sharing the fact that I am a big fan of Subway sandwiches. I’ll admit it: wherever in the world I may be, I always try to eat at Subway multiple times per week. Not only do I eat there whenever I...Transitioning From On-Premise to Cloud ERP Solutions
SaaS and cloud ERP solutions are the highest growth segment of the ERP software industry. Companies such as Salesforce, Plex Systems, and Netsuite all continue to show robust increases in revenue while traditional, on-premise ERP systems are showing much slower rates...To ERP or Not to ERP: That is the Question
Before jumping into an ERP implementation, organizations should develop a strong business case that justifies its potential investment in ERP software. If your organization has great difficulty doing this then it may be safe to assume that your organization does not...Top Ways to Overcome ERP System Workarounds
You only have 30 minutes to compile a report for your boss. On your desktop you see two options: a dashboard for your organization’s ERP system and . . . a little icon for Microsoft Excel. Which one do you choose? Your answer to this question primarily depends on how...Guest Blog: Welcome to the Hotel ERP – ERP Vendor Lock-in
You can check-in to the cloud anytime you like – but if you are not careful with your ERP vendor selection – you can never leave. ERP solutions can be a godsend to your company, allowing you to work more efficiently and function more effectively in a competitive...Using Security Training to Protect Your ERP System
According to the Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG), phishing attacks by cybercriminals are becoming more and more common. In fact, the APWG reported a 24% increase in phishing attacks worldwide from the first half to the second half of 2012, and an overall increase...The Reports of the Death of ERP Systems Have Been Greatly Exaggerated
Many industry pundits have been predicting the death of ERP systems for quite some time now. Back in 2001, the TechRepublic web-site conducted a survey to determine respondent’s expected lifecycle of ERP software. Perhaps not surprisingly, the poll – essentially a...Guest Blog: Maintaining Quality in Manufacturing While Increasing Production
As a manufacturer, you almost certainly want to see the demand for your products rise rather than fall. Are you prepared to meet the increased needs of your customers? Maintaining quality is important and boosting production levels without increasing or modifying...Guest Blog: New Technologies in Manufacturing
As companies in the manufacturing industry look for innovative ways to cut costs and maintain quality, technology will play an important role in the production of goods in the United States. As a manufacturing professional, you must understand how new manufacturing...What Our New Report Tells Us About Business Process and Organizational Change Management
We all know that ERP implementations can be very challenging and are likely to cost more than expected, take longer than expected, or fail to deliver expected business benefits. In addition, we know that business process and organizational change management are some...What Constitutes an ERP Failure?
It’s often been said that 80% or more of ERP implementations are considered failures. In fact, one of the findings of our 2013 ERP Report is that most ERP projects take longer than expected, cost more than expected, and fail to deliver expected business benefits. In...Guest Blog: Six Strategic Ways Mobile CRM Will Impact Your Business
Eighty-nine percent of executives say that mobile devices will be very important for their company’s success within the next three years. But is mobile CRM more than just a convenience? Can it really make a difference to the bottom line of your business? The answer is...ERP Training is All About Communication
Training and communication are each integral parts of an organizational change management initiative undertaken in conjunction with ERP implementation. While many organizations like to distinguish between these two components, they naturally overlap. Training can even...Defining ERP Success for Your Organization
One of the interesting takeaways from our 2013 ERP Report released earlier this year is the apparent confusion between the perceived success and actual results of ERP implementations. While most ERP projects still take longer than expected, cost more than expected...How to Improve Relationships Between IT Departments and ERP End-users
As end-users struggle to learn a new ERP system, frustration can be rampant, and oftentimes, this frustration is directed (rightfully or wrongfully) at the IT department. Not only do end-users sometimes resent IT but executives also tend to not have the strongest...
