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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[...]

March 28, 2016

Common Misconceptions about Cloud ERP for Manufacturing Part 2

In our last article, we discussed some common misconceptions about cloud ERP for manufacturing. In this article, we dispel additional cloud ERP myths.

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March 21, 2016

Common Misconceptions about Cloud ERP for Manufacturing Part 1

The adoption of cloud ERP systems in manufacturing continues to grow. It may seem surprising then that there are still many misconceptions about cloud ERP for manufacturing. Let’s dispel these myths...

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February 22, 2016

Facilitating Data Cleansing

There are many steps you can take to improve the data cleansing process. ERP Focus suggests starting with these four steps:

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February 1, 2016

Advantages of a Postmodern ERP Strategy

In our last blog, we discussed a new concept call Postmodern ERP. From ERP legacy systems to the cloud to hybrid solutions, manufacturing firms have had to keep pace with rapidly evolving ERP...

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January 25, 2016

Postmodern ERP for Manufacturing

From ERP legacy systems to the cloud to hybrid solutions, manufacturing firms have had to keep pace with rapidly evolving ERP technology over the last several years. Recent analyses by Gartner now...

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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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