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March 26, 2012 26 Mar'12
Talent management software helps cultivate skilled workforce, experts say

The pressure is on to recruit -- and retain -- skilled employees. Industry watchers say talent management software can make that process less painful and more successful.
March 26, 2012 26 Mar'12
Strategize before negotiating best deal for financial accounting system

Upfront planning will pay off when the time comes to hammer out a contract for a financial application.
March 26, 2012 26 Mar'12
Tips for choosing the right financial management system

Consultants explain how to match an organization’s requirements to financial management system options and vendors.
March 26, 2012 26 Mar'12
Find financial accounting software you can take to the bank

This multi-step selection process can help organizations overcome the challenges—and reap the rewards—of finding the right financial accounting software.
March 26, 2012 26 Mar'12
When buying financial accounting system, strong steering committee is key

Before starting the financial accounting software selection process, put a clear strategy and a carefully selected steering committee in place.
March 23, 2012 23 Mar'12
ERP order management system integration requires accurate, clean data and the CFO

Most ERP systems include built-in integration with order management, but more is required, according to experts. They offer some advice on how to extend it.
March 23, 2012 23 Mar'12
When merging general ledger software, a careful approach is advised

Determining the best way to bring two companies general ledgers together after an acquisition relies heavily on the nature of the business and the reason for the merger, industry experts say.
March 23, 2012 23 Mar'12
Microsoft pitches Dynamics ERP for integrating manufacturing, retail

Software vendor demonstrates how cloud ERP integration could help manufacturers exploit social media and mobile analytics to strengthen brand loyalty.
March 22, 2012 22 Mar'12
Automating the financial reporting process offers streamlining, easier compliance

Automating the financial reporting process can save companies time and money while increasing compliance with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) guidelines.
March 22, 2012 22 Mar'12
Costs, lost chances may call for ERP implementation

Launching an ERP system can be tricky for smaller businesses ready to grow, but for companies that recognize the indicators, the time may be right.
March 22, 2012 22 Mar'12
BI software purchases pack benefits for manufacturers, watchers say

Other types of systems offer analytics capabilities, but industry observers say it’s still worth it to buy BI.
March 21, 2012 21 Mar'12
Medical device maker puts product compliance tools at everyone’s disposal

SAP PLM integration gave Varian compliant designs, but downstream enforcement at sales, supplier and production stages proved even more critical.
March 19, 2012 19 Mar'12
Microsoft expands its cloud ERP roadmap

Dynamics AX will be available in the cloud this year. Next up are Dynamics NAV and Dynamics GP, executives promised at the annual Convergence show.
March 16, 2012 16 Mar'12
IDC Directions spotlights ‘third platform’ enterprise IT trends

At IDC Directions 2012, analysts explain why the “third platform” -- cloud, mobile, social, and “big data” -- has officially arrived, and what to do about it.
March 14, 2012 14 Mar'12
Ripe with opportunity, global supply chain also brings substantial risk

While there can be cost efficiencies from outsourcing to global suppliers, manufacturers should carefully evaluate supply chain risks from manmade and natural disruptions.