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Cloud ERP move requires grasp of different types of cloud computing

'Cloud' is such a marketing buzzword that it can obscure the type of infrastructure you'll get with a new ERP system. Here's a primer on the different types of cloud computing. Continue Reading
CFOs turning to risk analytics software to spot financial, operational threats

Regulatory compliance, loan covenants and currency risk are common targets, as organizations sift through ERP and other data looking for patterns that might give early warning. Continue Reading
The top five supply chain trends companies must address now

Your company's supply chain is essential to making your customer happy -- and to making sure your company doesn't get left behind. Here's what you should know to ensure both. Continue Reading
How a triple bottom line approach benefits your company

Increasingly, consumers are demanding that companies create strong sustainability and social responsibility efforts. Here's what you need to know. Continue Reading
Take it slow when planning a move to cloud-based ERP software

Cloud ERP can be running in a fraction of the time of on-premises ERP, which makes it tempting to skip the careful early planning that can make business processes more efficient. Continue Reading

Mobile logistics technology takes long route to consumer-grade devices

Mobility is nothing new to logistics operations in the warehouse and on the road, but finding the right place for smartphones, wearables and tablets takes careful planning. Continue Reading
Why benefits of 3D printing are attracting more manufacturers

Manufacturing companies are looking into more and more ways to incorporate additive manufacturing. Here's a look at some of the reasons and ways 3D printing use is evolving. Continue Reading
3D printing company Carbon selects Oracle Cloud ERP

Carbon, a young company with an innovative new 3D printing technology, says using Oracle Cloud ERP for its business applications will help to ensure long-term platform stability. Continue Reading
Tools and best practices you'll need for a hybrid ERP implementation

If you're moving some of your business processes to the cloud and leaving some on premises, a sound ERP integration strategy is critical. Here's advice on creating one. Continue Reading
Which hybrid ERP business processes should you move to the cloud?

Hybrid ERP -- a mix of cloud and on-premises applications -- will be the reality for many companies for years to come. Here's one manufacturer's experience, as well as advice from experts. Continue Reading
Plex cloud ERP system proves to be mobility catalyst for manufacturer

Quatro Composites knew easy, widespread access to production and customer data was at the core of its vision for ERP. A cloud ERP system was the logical route. Continue Reading

Why ERP mobility requires enterprises to be proactive

Historically, enterprise resource planning systems were designed to stay firmly -- and securely -- put. That's why you'll need to address multiple challenges to achieve mobile ERP. Continue Reading
Supply chain tool speeds funding of invoices and improves cash flow

High-end application developer Atimi Software uses cloud-based PrimeRevenue to trade receivables from Kellogg to financiers and receive earlier payments in exchange for small fee. Continue Reading
With ruggedized devices, how much does the mobile OS even matter?

Adapting to an environment for a specific purpose is the main criterion for ruggedized devices, but that could start to change with more capable versions of Android and Windows. Continue Reading
How do the three main OSes compare for rugged mobile computers?

Apple iOS is losing ground to its competitors for good reason, but the rise of mobility management tools and HTML5 make the device OS choice less crucial than in the past. Continue Reading