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How Predictive Analytics Works in Concert with ERP

In our last blog, we discussed how predictive analytics is the use of data, statistical algorithms and machine learning techniques to identify the[...]

Cloud ERP: Avoiding ‘FrankenCloud’ and Moving from Transactional to Strategic Systems

Become a Data Master by avoiding the pitfalls of “Frankencloud”. Listen to the latest podcast from “Data in Depth” hosted by Andrew Rieser featuring[...]

5 Signs You’ve Outgrown Your Old ERP System

Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems are critical to running a business today. Whether you’re churning out disposable widgets or building[...]

December 14, 2015

Manufacturers Beware - Not All Cloud ERP Is Manufacturing Cloud ERP

by Jon Fred, Rootstock Application Architect

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December 10, 2015

Why Typical Cloud ERP Is Not Enough for Wholesale Distributors

There are many reasons that wholesale distributors want to move to Cloud ERP. Collaborating among various locations is a main objective. With the Cloud, information is available to all participants...

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December 7, 2015

Why Aerospace and Defense Manufacturers Need Manufacturing Cloud ERP, Not Typical Cloud ERP

In his column "Ten Ways Cloud Computing Is Revolutionizing Aerospace And Defense," Louis Columbus on Forbes.com reports, "Synchronizing new product development, supply chain, production and...

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November 30, 2015

Why Project Manufacturers Need Manufacturing Cloud ERP, Not Typical Cloud ERP

PwC is predicting that, by 2016, investment in SaaS solutions will more than double to $78B while investment in traditional ERP systems will decline over 30% to less than $15B. Their recent analysis...

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November 23, 2015

Why Engineer-to-Order Manufacturers Need Manufacturing Cloud ERP, Not Typical Cloud ERP

In a recent study completed by Gartner (Survey Analysis: Adoption of Cloud ERP, 2013 Through 2023), CIOs and application leaders were advised to consider cloud ERP as a replacement for old ERP...

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November 19, 2015

Why Industrial Equipment and Machinery Manufacturers Need Manufacturing Cloud ERP, Not Typical Cloud ERP

With Cloud ERP software, manufacturers eliminate many of the hidden costs of implementing an On-Premise solution, including the acquisition of hardware, operating system software, database management...

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November 16, 2015

Why High-Tech and Electronics Manufacturers Need Manufacturing Cloud ERP, Not Typical Cloud ERP

Cloud computing, more commonly known as “the cloud,” is all about delivering computing resources such as data and applications on demand over the Internet. The cloud uses a network of remote servers...

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November 12, 2015

Why Job Shops and Machine Shops Need Manufacturing Cloud ERP, Not Typical Cloud ERP

Job shops and machine shops, looking to be more responsive to their customers and more profitable for their owners, really appreciate the advantages that a cloud-based software provides....

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November 9, 2015

If It Doesn't Have Shop Floor Control, It's Not Manufacturing Cloud ERP

There are many Cloud-based ERP alternatives available but very few of them provide the shop floor control software that manufacturers needs. That's because most Cloud ERP software is created from...

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November 5, 2015

If It Doesn't Have Capacity Planning, It's Not Manufacturing Cloud ERP

Capacity planning software helps management determine the production capacity needed by their organization to meet changing demands for its products. In the context of capacity planning, capacity is...

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