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• What are the risks of canceling an ERP project?

  In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, many business and technology leaders are deciding whether to cancel or pause an ERP implementation. Here are some risks to factor into the decision. Continue Reading

• An ERP project was canceled due to COVID-19 -- now what?

  A canceled ERP project due to the COVID-19 pandemic doesn't have to stall productivity. Here's how to get the most from your current system. Continue Reading

• In crisis, opportunity: Downturn in ERP industry has upside

  The inaugural ERP Confab examines what the economic downturn from the pandemic means for ERP users and vendors. Plus: a deep dive into SAP and its upcoming virtual Sapphire show. Continue Reading

• ERP integration strategy: 3 common approaches

  Integrating ERP with other business systems is critical to ensuring organizations are able to access data and streamline processes. Here are three approaches that can help ensure success. Continue Reading

• Top 8 ERP implementation best practices to prevent failure

  Deploying a new ERP system is a risky endeavor, and danger lurks at every turn. Learn how to lower the risk of failure with these eight tried-and-true best practices. Continue Reading

• 8 tips for a successful ERP upgrade project

  Follow this expert advice to avoid surprises such as data mapping hassles and scope creep and ensure that the new ERP system is a change for the better.Continue Reading

• ERP support now calls for skills in cloud services, products

  The gradual shift from on-premises to cloud ERP makes the old emphasis on IT infrastructure less relevant and the ability to piece together cloud products more important.Continue Reading

• MRP vs. ERP: Understanding the difference

  Did you know today's ERP systems evolved from yesterday's MRP systems? Learn the differences between MRP and ERP, including their functions, applications and benefits.Continue Reading

• What it takes to create ERP integration strategy success

  Companies are using more standalone systems, yet users are demanding better technology experiences. Bridging this chasm requires a solid integration strategy.Continue Reading

• Why companies should make ERP security a top priority

  Whether your ERP system is on premises or in the cloud, it's still vulnerable -- and you need to take the right measures to secure it. Here's advice on how to do just that.Continue Reading

• Top 6 2020 supply chain trends

  Supply chain technology is growing more complex and so are partnerships. Here are the most important trends leaders must understand in 2020 and beyond.Continue Reading

• Can modern technology solve demand forecasting problems?

  Predicting demand has never been easy, but in the age of e-commerce and omnichannel, that difficulty has multiplied. Here is some helpful guidance for organizations.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

• Deacom ERP helps process manufacturer pump up the volume

  California Custom Fruits and Flavors chose to implement a process manufacturing-oriented ERP tool from Deacom over industry heavyweights like SAP, Oracle and Microsoft. Here's why.Continue Reading

• New ERP skills needed to staff today's cloud systems

  Manufacturers need to cultivate a new class of generalists who have expertise across technology and functional domains, including change management and collaboration.Continue Reading

• Finding the right ERP consultants is key to project success

  With ERP implementations, choosing the right or wrong project consultants can be the difference between success and failure, so experts agree that you should choose wisely.Continue Reading

• IFS CEO Roos: Legacy ERP system owners want 'time out'

  In a Q&A, Darren Roos, CEO of ERP vendor IFS, discusses the company's growth and how it's poised to challenge industry giants SAP, Oracle and Microsoft over legacy ERP customers.Continue Reading

• 7 ways to ensure a successful cloud ERP implementation

  Understand why everything from documenting business processes to managing shadow IT can make or break your ERP implementation. Here's what you should know.Continue Reading

• SMB reaps rewards of migrating QAD ERP system to the cloud

  Moog's medical devices group moved its on-premises ERP system to the cloud, resulting in more reliable operation and a redirected IT focus on adding business value to the entire group.Continue Reading

• Dalsin Industries returns to on premises with Epicor ERP system

  Dalsin Industries implemented a Plex cloud ERP system to replace an old Epicor system but moved back to on-premises Epicor when the cloud proved to be inadequate for its needs.Continue Reading

• Mitsubishi Imaging transforms sales with e-commerce B2C software

  When Mitsubishi Imaging wanted a B2C and B2B web store, it used Sana software to open Dynamics NAV ERP data to e-commerce. Changing business processes was the biggest challenge.Continue Reading

• How to use a new ERP system to improve business processes

  Packaged ERP will not match your business processes exactly -- and that's a good thing. Here's why you should use the prospect of a new system and its implementation to become better.Continue Reading

• Choose the right path for a global ERP implementation

  A global ERP implementation takes careful planning. In this podcast, ERP expert Gerry Kistler provides tips on how to get started.Continue Reading

• Look for warning signs in the ERP implementation process

  In this podcast, Eric Kimberling of Panorama Consulting discusses the 'canaries in the coal mines' of ERP projects that may indicate an ERP project is failing.Continue Reading

• When implementing ERP, governments must focus on public good

  Governments and public agencies have different requirements and goals for implementing ERP than private companies, and they need to understand this before starting an ERP project.Continue Reading

• Who's who among midmarket ERP vendors?

  Whatever your ERP needs may be, knowing the makeup of vendor offerings is the first step in choosing the right software. Here is a quick look at midmarket ERP vendors.Continue Reading

• Epicor ERP: Flexible applications with vertical-industry appeal

  Epicor ERP targets midmarket industries that run the gamut and is designed for global scalability and configurability.Continue Reading

• How midmarket companies should choose a new ERP system

  Finding the right ERP software for midmarket manufacturing doesn't have to be overwhelming. It's all about knowing what you need.Continue Reading

• Managing change key to successful ERP implementation

  The most innovative and successful ERP implementations invest in the organizational change management required to make their projects succeed.Continue Reading

• Best practices to ensure an ERP upgrade benefits the business

  The CIO of Ferrari shares the best practices that made the Italian automaker's Infor LN ERP upgrade a winner for business and IT.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

• For technology change management, engage employees early and often

  A communication consultant shares proven tips for ensuring ERP project success.Continue Reading

• Maximize the ROI of ERP projects with an ERP center of excellence

  An ERP consultant with experience helping organizations establish ERP centers of excellence answers some basic questions.Continue Reading

• Developing an ERP project plan for end-user acceptance

  The long-term success of an ERP project often hinges on how well users adapt to -- and accept -- the new system.Continue Reading

• How business process redesign is affecting ERP

  In this expert tip, learn how business process redesign fits into the ERP implementation process and the role that business process management plays.Continue Reading

• The pros and cons of two-tier ERP

  The right two-tier ERP approach can deliver some of the benefits of standardization without too much cost or complexity.Continue Reading

• Best-of-breed WMS vs. ERP advanced warehouse management

  Adopting the right WMS is critical to warehouse operations. Find out if best-of-breed WMS is right for you.Continue Reading

• 10 tips for optimizing ERP vendor support

  Getting the most out of ERP vendors means making sure ERP maintenance costs are reasonable and worth the money. Find out how.Continue Reading

• Comparing ERP deployment options: Rapid vs. traditional

  Deciding which ERP deployment option to choose -- rapid deployment or the traditional method -- depends on business needs.Continue Reading

• User site visits aid with ERP implementation prep

  Learn how user site visits and proper executive education are critical to ERP implementation success in this tip.Continue Reading

• Tips for managing ERP software consultants

  The right consultant can make an ERP project run smoothly -- and the wrong one can throw everything off track. Learn tips for choosing the right one.Continue Reading

• Proper ERP testing essential for successful implementation

  In this book chapter excerpt, learn how to ensure successful system implementations through ERP testing best practices.Continue Reading

• Best practices to estimate accurate ERP schedules, budgets in an ERP project

  In this book chapter excerpt, find out how to estimate ERP project schedules and budgets and avoid common pitfalls.Continue Reading

• Manufacturing ERP Buyer’s Guide – 2011 Edition

  Compiled by SearchManufacturingERP.com editors, this directory includes ERP software products for process and discrete manufacturers of all sizes, as well as all verticals. It includes software that is meant to be deployed on-premise as well as ...Continue Reading

• Building a business case for lean implementation

  Introducing lean thinking to your staff means explaining what lean does and how it will help your business. Identifying your goals, explaining the concepts of kaizen and kanban and setting up lean training programs are all parts of building a ...Continue Reading

• ERP cost benefit analysis for stand-alone projects

  Preparing for an ERP implementation project can be challenging. Find out how to implement an ERP system without enterprise software and analyze the costs and benefits. Learn what steps should be on your ERP implementation checklist.Continue Reading

• Introduction to ERP and designing a business case for ERP

  Preparing for an ERP implementation project can be challenging. Learn how to estimate the costs and benefits of ERP for your business, create an ERP vision statement and find out what you need to know about ERP before starting an implementation.Continue Reading

• Preparing an ERP implementation plan: ERP audit and assessment

  Preparing for an ERP implementation project can be challenging. Find out how ERP implementation audits and assessments can help identify important pre-project questions and create a clear path to ERP implementation success.Continue Reading

• Rapid Implementation Roadmap: What is the Implementation Process?

  Understanding what needs to occur during a software implementation project can help speed up the process. Find out what to expect at each stage of the implementation process and how to manage a rapid implementation.Continue Reading

• The Future of Business Intelligence

  Learn about the emergence and growth of business intelligence (BI) software technology. Discover new BI technical innovations and how BI can benefit your company.Continue Reading

• Information Integration Architecture

  Learn how information integration architecture makes data accessible across software systems and takes the headache out of integrating your company's information.Continue Reading