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The 2025 Top 10 ERP Systems Report
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ERP and E-commerce: Happily Ever After?
In today’s fast-paced world, time is such a precious commodity that few consumers take for granted the convenience and ease of online shopping. Online buying and selling has become common practice in the B2B marketplace as well. Whether your organization sells...Guest Blog: 12 Signs You May Need a New ERP System
The term “Y2K” may conjure up memories of doomsday predictions and fears of widespread blackouts, but for manufacturers, it may bring ERP to mind. A massive replacement cycle of ERP systems occurred in the late 1990s and many companies have not upgraded their systems...
How to Align Business and Technology
CIOs and their IT departments are often disconnected from executive teams and the business needs of their organizations. Despite the best intentions of CIOs and IT directors entrusted with aligning technology with the overall needs of the business, most are failing to...EHR for ESL Populations
Driven by the requirements of the HITECH Act and by the promise of incentive payments, healthcare providers and physicians across the U.S. are eagerly pursing the sometimes elusive goal of “meaningful use.” While this concept is clearly defined by the Medicaid EHR...
ERP Governance Structures That Work: Executive Steering Committees
When it comes to ERP implementations, the term “project governance” is fairly ambiguous. Certified PMPs and experienced project managers all have different interpretations of what the term means, and they all have their favorite governance mechanisms, including issues...Vendor Snapshot: Infor
With more than 70,000 customers in 194 countries, Infor is an innovative, global company that continues to expand across a variety of industry verticals. Since 2002, Infor has been developing a partner network that has allowed it to reach more customers in more...
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...
