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ERP infrastructure

• ERP alternatives are small but powerful systems for SMB manufacturers

  Small manufacturers that want full-functioning ERP systems don't have to go to the major vendors, as smaller ERP companies offer cost-effective systems and more personal service. Continue Reading

• The benefits and drawbacks of cloud ERP systems for healthcare

  Is moving to cloud ERP good for your healthcare organizations? Experts tackle just that question and weigh in on issues such as security and compliance. Continue Reading

• Resistance to all-in cloud ERP systems is large

  For many enterprises, ERP and HCM deployments may take the path of hybrid deployments, a trend that is supported by Hewlett Packard Enterprise's quarterly earnings results. Continue Reading

• Postmodern ERP countered by continued appeal of single suite

  The loosely coupled enterprise applications that Gartner predicted may indeed be here, but integration and data integrity challenges make them inferior to monolithic ERP for some. Continue Reading

• How to make the single-tenant vs. multi-tenant cloud ERP choice

  Choosing between single-tenant and multi-tenant cloud requires understanding what each offers and which factors are most important for your organization. Here's a look. Continue Reading

• Intelligent BPM helps connect ERP with other enterprise apps

  As more enterprises seek to overlay iBPM atop ERP systems, experts recommend they target complex processes, modularize applications and avoid extensive ERP customization.Continue Reading

• How one CIO's move to cloud MES brought significant gains

  Led by Manesh Patel, Sanmina moved from an on-premises system to 42Q -- a cloud MES -- for real-time manufacturing and supply chain visibility, improved quality control and yield.Continue Reading

• Intelligent business process management enables smarter insights

  As enterprises increasingly use data and analytics to sharpen decision-making, iBPM's connecting capabilities empowers them to make better decisions more quickly.Continue Reading

• Birmingham City University embraces Oracle ERP software

  Birmingham City University turns to Oracle ERP Cloud and HCM Cloud to revamp its IT strategy and employee-facing functions, but finds fast-paced implementation a challenge.Continue Reading

• Why is cybersecurity critical for modern manufacturing?

  As the manufacturing sector produces and incorporates more IoT technology, companies must create strategies to protect their data. Here are six ways to do so.Continue Reading

• What do CIOs need to know about enterprise UX and UI?

  User experience design and user interface design can boost productivity, customer communication and your competitive edge. Here's what they are and how to get them.Continue Reading

• Master data management software helps manufacturers control product data

  Strategic tools in master data management software can also improve ROI of ERP systems.Continue Reading

• Why should companies consider ERP consolidation?

  Many companies use a mix of disconnected ERP systems and poorly integrated third-party applications that block efficiency and increase costs. An expert explains how to start consolidating ERP.Continue Reading

• What are the most promising innovations in ERP technology?

  An expert outlines recent innovations in ERP technology and their practical applications for manufacturers.Continue Reading

• Multiple systems, new technologies add to ERP integration challenges

  Multiple software systems -- particularly, multiple enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems -- are a problem facing a surprising number of organizations today. There are some important downsides to having multiple systems at work, too: complexity...Continue Reading

• ERP upgrades open a world of infrastructure choices

  ERP upgrades go beyond the usual server and storage sizing to consider a host of new technologies.Continue Reading

• Companies pumped for switch to ERP virtualization

  A growing number of companies are exploring ERP virtualization to reduce costs, increase agility and find resiliency.Continue Reading

• With CloudSuite on Amazon Web Services, Infor stakes claim to cloud

  Learn what Infor's recently announced CloudSuite hosted applications could mean for the cloud ERP market.Continue Reading

• Is ERP technology going nowhere -- or everywhere?

  ERP technology is going to pieces in loosely coupled cloud apps, embedded analytics, Business Processes as a Service -- and integration headaches.Continue Reading

• Do your homework before integrating software systems

  Many manufacturers want to circumvent the often long and arduous process of software systems integration by collecting new ERP, supply chain management and other business applications. This might work in the short term, but what does it mean in the ...Continue Reading

• Manufacturing software training tutorials and guides

  These manufacturing software training learning guides and tutorials help IT managers select, implement, integrate and optimize their manufacturing ERP, SCM, MES, PLM and other software.Continue Reading

• Information integration in manufacturing: Process control and planning software

  Learn tips for manufacturing integration, including integration of process information and planning systems to promote supply chain efficiency.Continue Reading