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February 16, 2012

How to evaluate and buy small or midsize ERP platforms

This e-book provides expert best practices for small and midsized businesses (SMBs) to follow when evaluating enterprise resource planning (ERP) platforms. Read more to learn how to avoid speed bumps along the way and make the process as smooth as possible.

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Alan R. Earls is a freelance writer focused on business and ...Read More

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