ERP software selection and implementation

ERP software selection and implementation options have increased noticeably as the cloud gains greater acceptance from companies -- and as small- and medium-sized businesses demand more from ERP software providers. Check out the latest news and read expert suggestions about ERP integration best practices. Also, independent case studies provide lessons learned from peers.

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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.
April 20, 2018 20 Apr'18
Acquisition gives ERP public sector firm Tyler a data cloud

Tyler Technologies, a firm solely focused on government verticals and public sector ERP, has added data-as-a-service capability by acquiring Socrata.
April 18, 2018 18 Apr'18
Santa Fe's ERP implementation project fix stirs debate

ERP implementation projects may be IT's most challenging, something the city of Santa Fe, N.M., found out. City officials needed a fix and considered three options.
February 01, 2018 01 Feb'18
Office Depot says 'no' to Oracle ERP Cloud customizations

Office Depot believes it's possible to run its HCM, EPM and supply chain on the Oracle ERP Cloud without customizations. The retailer says it will save money and headaches. Analysts agree.

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Cloud vs. legacy ERP systems: Tug of war intensifies for SMBs

Aging legacy ERP systems at SMBs seem to be getting plenty of scrutiny these days. Heightened consumer demands, shifting technology landscapes and relentless market disruptions, not to mention maintenance costs, technical support and obsolescence, ... Continue Reading
On-premises, hosted most popular S/4HANA deployment options

The pure cloud -- SaaS -- version of SAP's newest ERP, S/4HANA Cloud, lacks some of the same features of the on-premises version. But there are other reasons to keep S/4 close. Continue Reading
Selecting SaaS accounting software need not be intimidating

There's an accounting software package for every size of business and type of industry, but the selection process can be complicated. Here's how to cut to the chase. Continue Reading

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SMBs see vertical ERP technology vendors meeting specialty needs

The industry-specific ERP market is thriving, which is good news for SMBs looking to cost-effectively maintain their existing ERP systems with immediate specialty feature upgrades. Continue Reading
Pressures mount on SMBs to modernize aging ERP processes

To upgrade or replace their old and cranky ERP systems, SMBs must consider several options, and the cloud figures prominently. But the final decision is seen shifting away from IT. Continue Reading
Fueled by SaaS, ERP for SMBs soars into the cloud

SaaS is making ERP accessible to more small organizations, but is there a downside? Industry insiders weigh in on the ROI of SaaS vs. on-premises and hybrid ERP. Continue Reading

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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
Post go-live: The true test of a software vendor

Many things change when the implementation team hands off post go-live support. Here's what to watch out for and six things the best vendors do to ensure a smooth transition. Continue Reading
Oracle Integration Cloud services fuse IoT and third-party apps

How do you integrate IoT data with other feeds or third-party systems? Oracle has a unified platform to help get the job done. Continue Reading

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There's time and place for SMBs to adopt SaaS-based ERP

SMBs face many issues when implementing SaaS ERP operations versus on-premises, plus the fact that one size cloud-based ERP platform doesn't necessarily fit all companies. 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
Software troubleshooting steps work best with these 10 tips

There are efficient ways to troubleshoot enterprise software, and frustrating, time-consuming ones. Follow this advice to sidestep obstacles and find a fix quickly. Continue Reading