Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 30, 2023

What Is The Ring of Fire? The focus by Anne, the CIO, is on the deployment of an outdated ERP system purchased five years ago. John’s company is a process-based manufacturer and Anne’s ERP solution is a better fit for configure to order which leads to limitations. This week, I spoke to John. Let me explain.

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Insights Solutions Global

DECEMBER 24, 2018

ERP is short for enterprise resource planning. Simply put, the ERP system is how a company, usually a manufacturer, manages and integrates the important parts of its business activities. The post What is ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)? appeared first on Insight Solutions Global.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2024

Infor’s Approach to Industry-Specific Solutions The ERP market is making the transition to the Cloud. ERP firms like Infor, Oracle, and SAP – or supply chain software companies – like Manhattan Associates and Blue Yonder – have produced multitenant cloud solutions. Infor, with anticipated revenues of $3.4 Infor does as well.

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Kinaxis

AUGUST 24, 2015

So what technologies are today’s supply chain teams using to support the critical S&OP process? Simulate numerous “what-if” scenarios. I believe it is because supply chain teams are ill-equipped to support their S&OP process using their ERP systems. Provide in-depth analysis using complex analytics.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

I try to post weekly on this blog. As I do, there is a guy on LinkedIn– let’s call him John– that replies to most of my posts. His comments are the same–he feels that I identify problems but do not adequately define the solutions. He wants answers. Fair enough I say… I do as well. However, getting there is not easy.

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QAD

APRIL 25, 2024

When it came time to see what our options were, the dealer ERP had an accurate list of available to promise cars that was easily filtered by color, tech features and price. You also need to know what you can deliver, and when. What are the items – like the second key – that you can ship later?

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Talking Logistics

MAY 3, 2023

When it comes to supply chain software selection, there is the classic “Best-of-Breed vs. ERP” debate. There is also, in many cases, tension between what the supply chain organization wants and what corporate IT dictates. Read more The post What’s Your Approach to Selecting a Supply Chain Software Solution?

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Supply Chain View from the Field

JANUARY 14, 2015

enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. ERP systems are generally thought of as large systems with transaction processing and data structure capabilities that promote intra-organizational communication. And how do these benefits accrue?

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

When Uber Freight receives a purchase order, delivery order, or sales order – the type of order used varies depending on the customer’s ERP – that is what OTIF is measured against. Walmart is reducing its requirements that suppliers’ shipments to them arrive on-time in-full. Proving that it arrived in-full is.

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Insights Solutions Global

DECEMBER 24, 2018

ERP is short for enterprise resource planning. Simply put, the ERP system is how a company, usually a manufacturer, manages and integrates the important parts of its business activities.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 25, 2021

You are a senior executive in a company that is going to implement an ERP for the first time. So what should you be planning and doing, when, and who will be involved? In our series on What is ERP, in Part 1 I explained what ERP is […]. You don’t have experience with this kind of project.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 22, 2024

The complexities associated with an enterprise resource planning system’s available-to-promise functionality can lead an ERP system to be unable to process an order, requiring time-consuming human intervention before an accurate promise can be relayed to customers. What is Causal AI? Executing a Perfect Order is Difficult!

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My Office Apps

JANUARY 16, 2024

Start Your Year with Cloud-Based ERP: The Ultimate Guide to Operational Excellence Begin your year on a transformative note by embracing the power of Cloud-Based Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. Understanding Cloud-Based ERP What is Cloud-Based ERP?

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BlueYonder

DECEMBER 7, 2023

How to transform your supply chain (without waiting for your ERP to recover) Wholesale distribution and manufacturing (WD&M) has entered a new era where agility, speed and accuracy are no longer nice-to-haves, but rather uncompromising must-haves for meeting the new omni-channel B2B customer expectation. The result?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 5, 2022

From time to time, manufacturers will need to augment or supplement their ERP solution in specific business processes with a third-party application. Gartner has coined a term for it, calling it Composable ERP. With these programs provided by the ERP vendor , there can be hundreds of these applications to choose from.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 15, 2023

The ERP channel landscape is transforming. While on-premises ERP deployments are still more common than one might think among mid-market manufacturers and distributors, Cloud ERP deployment has rapidly accelerated. There is an opportunity for ERP vendors to incentivize partners to stay abreast of technology developments.

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RFgen

JANUARY 29, 2024

The rise of cloud-based Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems marks a significant shift in how businesses manage and process their data. Although still an emerging market, as much as 95% of organizations are open to using a cloud ERP platform. On-premise ERP systems are quickly growing in popularity.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The question company managers face is what software solution can help them keep machines busy as well as monitor performance and progress in their areas of concern. This requires access to what and how buyers make purchasing decisions, and the current cost of inventory in the warehouse.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 23, 2023

technologies, manufacturers are building what we are calling ‘Manufacturing Agility’ into their organizations. Replacing aging ERP systems with connected and real-time enabled ERP solutions. With the introduction of many of the ‘Industry 4.0’ Introducing real-time systems to the manufacturing shop floor.

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OptiProERP

APRIL 9, 2024

What is Quote-to-Cash? A manufacturing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system can allow manufacturers to track the complete quote-to-cash process. From the moment a customer requests a quote to the final product delivery, a complex web of processes is in play. Order Management Once a quote is accepted, it transitions into an order.

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IQMS

MARCH 4, 2021

The growth of cloud ERP in manufacturing is approximately 5%, with Financial Management Systems (FMS) and Human Capital Management (HCM) growing at 7% and 10%, respectively. The worldwide ERP market grew 9% last year, reaching $39 billion according to Gartner’s latest market estimates. billion in annual revenues.

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SCMDOJO

MAY 23, 2021

The implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems brings its own very unique challenges, this blog shares the Top 10 ERP Books to help perfect your implementation and hopefully reduces the common pain points. Before we talk about ERP implementation books, let’s understand first what is ERP.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

The more technology shifts manufacturing structures, systems and strategies, the more business-critical ERP becomes, and proper techniques are needed to make processes more efficient. Manufacturing businesses – many of which have highly specialized requirements – need to look at the value of ERP strategically.

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RFgen

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

If your business uses an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for inventory operations, then you know system uptime is crucial. As the backbone of your supply chain processes, material movements must be recorded in the ERP for financial and efficiency reasons. Unexpected downtime means loss of productivity and revenue.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 28, 2023

Large enterprises have long understood the benefits of ERP technology in essential processes such as procurement, planning and inventory control, but for smaller businesses, it can feel like an unnecessary or extravagant investment. However, there is a compelling case to be made for small businesses to consider implementing ERP software.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 2, 2023

The following are six key challenges faced by medical device manufacturers and how ERP analytics can transform operations—from regulatory compliance to supply chain optimization. ERP analytics enable the reporting and tracking of variances and defects, providing valuable insights to improve the design process.

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RFgen

JULY 21, 2023

And as companies continue to move away from on-premises ERPs to cloud-based ERP systems , the need for disconnected inventory control is growing. While many legacy technologies once operated offline, today offline inventory management involves software solutions that backstop ERP transactions.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 24, 2023

What is order fulfilment? How an ERP system can improve order fulfilment An ERP system has the set of tools that can manage the entire order fulfilment process by integrating the various processes and departments involved. By streamlining the order processing, an ERP system can reduce errors and minimize delays.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 19, 2023

Many manufacturers have successfully implemented an ERP system to streamline their business processes and improve efficiency. However, for companies with extensive inventory and warehouse facilities, integrating a Warehouse Management System with their ERP system can bring additional value. What is a Warehouse Management System?

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Rolling out new ERP software is a big project. So, as you set out on your own ERP implementation journey, what are the risks and challenges you should be aware of – and try and mitigate? So, as you set out on your own ERP implementation journey, what are the risks and challenges you should be aware of – and try and mitigate?

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QAD

OCTOBER 27, 2022

The analysts say businesses need to move to a more flexible cloud infrastructure, yet there’s always the worry about what you’ll lose in time, effort and expense. . Adapting to Change with an Adaptive ERP. Your on-premise ERP system wasn’t designed to flex to all the new ways your organization is operating today.

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OptiProERP

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems have evolved into indispensable business tools to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. Traditionally associated with functions such as finance, human resources, and supply chain management, ERP’s profound impact on product management is often underestimated.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 28, 2024

Decision-making framework The recommended way to start moving towards data-driven decisions is to compile a data catalog to understand the data landscape, and to then decide on what data can improve your decision making capability. At some stage, you will start seeing what datasets opportunities there are for competitive advantage.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Implementing an ERP project can be compared to climbing to the top of Mount Everest, you need to approach it one step at a time before reaching the peak. An ERP system can help a business dramatically improve its processes and remain competitive, but it’s a journey that must be taken with important considerations.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 11, 2021

For manufacturing businesses who are undergoing a process of selecting an Enterprise Resource Planning system (What is ERP Part 2), several critical elements should be considered. The post What is ERP Part 3 – How to succeed in your ERP project appeared first on SYSPRO US.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 16, 2023

When it comes to your business’s supply chain , it can be tempting to stick with what works. Thanks to new technologies like ERP manufacturers and distributors can now harness the power of automation in their supply chains. Below are some of the key benefits of an efficient and effective ERP system. Increased productivity.

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RFgen

JUNE 22, 2023

Unlocking the synergy between consulting services, ERP systems, and inventory management is the key to creating a powerhouse of efficiency. This can range from advising on strategies for enhancing an ERP platform to methods of streamlining stock control. Symbiosis with ERP: Advises on new ERP enhancements, changes, and expansions.

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