ERP infrastructure

When it comes to ERP infrastructure, companies long ago shed their "on-premises only" views. Our independent reporting brings you advice from peers and experts about ERP infrastructure planning, which now must include discussions about cloud-based approaches, hybrid setups and mobile ERP. Also learn how to maintain on-premises ERP infrastructures.

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June 07, 2018 07 Jun'18
Oracle claims it can cut ERP system migration costs by 30%

A migration can cost millions, but Oracle believes its new automation and integration tools can significantly reduce the cost of ERP system migrations to the cloud.
May 09, 2018 09 May'18
Oracle Autonomous Database concept extended to PaaS, apps

Having earlier laid the foundation with Oracle Autonomous Database, the vendor unveiled self-driving, self-repairing tools for application development, analytics and integration.
May 03, 2018 03 May'18
AI-for-IT-operations tools map Vegas systems to Oracle ERP

Mapping IoT activity and other IT data to Oracle ERP is the task Las Vegas set for FixStream's AIOps platform in an effort to quickly find the source of IT problems.
February 23, 2018 23 Feb'18
Model N revenue management software gets new capabilities

ERP news briefs: Model N adapts its revenue management to include subscription, outcome-based, risk sharing, as well as physical product, pricing. Priority Software aims at U.S.

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cloud ERP

Cloud ERP is a type of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software that is hosted on a cloud computing platform, rather than on premises within an enterprise's own data center. Continue Reading
bullwhip effect

The bullwhip effect is the magnification of demand distortion as it moves upstream in the supply chain from customer through to the manufacturing process. Continue Reading
Key factors to consider before moving to SaaS-based ERP

Cloud benefits extend way beyond IT infrastructure and labor costs. SaaS may be where ERP is ultimately headed, but it's not all upside, and halfway measures may be best. Continue Reading

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

BPM in cloud evolves to suit line of business, IoT

While on-premises BPM tools have caused a tug of war between lines of business and IT, the cloud helps appease both sides. Here's what to expect from this cloud BPM trend and more. Continue Reading
Scrutinize details when buying accounting software systems

Two resellers and a CPA offer tips on getting into the right mindset and conducting a rigorous process that pinpoints the account package that meets your current and future needs. Continue Reading
Cloud accounting software an option for scalable financials

Organizations that outgrow their on-premises software have more choices in SaaS apps that cover most accounting and financial management needs -- without the overkill of ERP. Continue Reading

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

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
Estimating cost of ERP as SaaS requires ditching old methods

Experts suggest the true value of ERP as SaaS derives not from the early savings but from being able to use a more modern, adaptive and secure platform in the long run. Continue Reading
Automating business processes with simple rules, cloud ERP

Experts recommend using the tools already built into ERP software -- not overlaying another system -- to achieve simpler processes, improved outcomes and reduced cost. Continue Reading

We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.

Why craft beer makers are tapping into ERP for brewery software

As with other process manufacturers, ERP software can help craft breweries maintain quality, while better managing growth and unexpected success. Here's a look. Continue Reading
Finding the root cause of ERP implementation failures

The root cause of ERP implementation failures may be delays in decision-making. Delays add up, which wastes time and imposes extra costs on a deployment. Continue Reading
ERP functionality now often attained piecemeal in cloud applications

More organizations are foregoing monolithic ERP systems for easy-to-deploy cloud applications that do most of what they need in nimble microservices and access to customer data. Continue Reading