Evaluate

Evaluate

Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.

• The 5 most-critical ERP trends for 2020 and beyond

  The cloud is the seedbed of the new technologies affecting ERP, including AI and IoT. It could soon lead to autonomous software that takes over many everyday business processes. Continue Reading

• Mega-suites, cloud shape 20 years of ERP history

  Big suites from SAP and Oracle showed how ERP could run an entire business. The same complexity that led to lawsuits and cost overruns now makes the move to cloud challenging. Continue Reading

• A look inside the new Redwood Oracle UI design

  The two designers who head Oracle's Redwood user experience and branding effort explain the philosophy behind the new look and share the timeline for the multi-year rollout. Continue Reading

• CPM software Prophix organizes Spacesaver sales info for success

  CPM software helped consolidate financial data, which allowed Spacesaver to cut its monthly close time by two-thirds and replace Excel spreadsheets with OLAP-based analytics. Continue Reading

• 10 ERP software choices for process manufacturing

  Selecting ERP software for process manufacturing can be confusing, and different industries have different requirements. Learn about some of the leading choices for process manufacturing. Continue Reading

• Follow these guidelines for a successful ERP upgrade project

  Get a handle on the time and cost variables of upgrading an ERP system and stay laser focused on value drivers, like analytics, that have the biggest impact on business strategy.Continue Reading

• Financial business analytics transforms numbers into gold

  AI-driven business analytics provides finance departments with the tools to exercise more influence over corporate strategy, but only with the right skills and training.Continue Reading

• Financial tools for business breathe life into transaction data

  No longer limited to simply crunching numbers, today's financial technologies can transform customer transaction data into improved operations, product development, CXs and ROIs.Continue Reading

• ERP evolution sees major shifts in holistic view of business

  Implementers and users recall the late 1990s move off mainframes and the rise of SaaS and monolithic suites. Plus, ERP founders Hasso Plattner of SAP and Evan Goldberg of NetSuite share their insights.Continue Reading

• How to improve the manufacturing process: 6 keys to tech success

  AI, analytics, IoT and modern apps can serve important roles in today's manufacturing companies. Learn six steps that put these technologies to good use.Continue Reading

• Best practices when analyzing order management system features

  It's important to lay the groundwork before purchasing and implementing an order management system. Supply chain users and experts examine key factors in making the right decision.Continue Reading

• Order management systems take on multichannel, multipurpose role

  As the focal point for customer orders and activities, data collected by order management systems can help companies determine behavior patterns and buying habits and improve CX.Continue Reading

• How big of an advantage is Oracle autonomous technology?

  Oracle continues to spread machine learning 'autonomous' software throughout its infrastructure and application offerings. But is it as revolutionary as Oracle claims?Continue Reading

• Ease ERP software selection to make the best purchase decision

  Implementation of ERP software is a daunting task. This guide covering ERP system use cases, components and top options in the marketplace can help.Continue Reading

• Discover the best ERP software for your organization

  Discover the best ERP software for your organization in this product roundup that covers features, user reviews and integration.Continue Reading