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ERP integration strategy: 3 common approaches
Integrating ERP with other business systems is critical to ensuring organizations are able to access data and streamline processes. Here are three approaches that can help ensure success.
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- Priority Software mobile apps open ERP systems
Priority Software's mobile apps and Mobile App Generator improve access to its ERP systems and improve productivity for processes like inventory management and sales operations.
- 7 supply chain management best practices in a COVID-19 world
Amid global disruptions due to coronavirus, businesses need to redo supply chain best practices immediately. Here are seven ways to get started down the right path.
- Top 5 ERP software for small businesses
ERP for small business promises better financial and business processes and access to analytics. Here's a look at five of the top choices in the marketplace.
Definitions
- ERP finance module
The ERP finance module is the software component that handles the main accounting and financial management functions of an ERP system.
- What is ERP? Guide to enterprise resource planning software
ERP, or enterprise resource planning, is modular software designed to integrate the main functions of an organization's business processes into a unified system.
- SaaS ERP
SaaS ERP is a type of cloud-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) software that runs on the vendor's or cloud provider's servers, is sold through subscription and delivered as a service over the internet.
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Digital transformation
In the digital economy, figuring out the best digital transformation strategy for your company and the technology that supports it -- such as the right ERP system -- is critical. This resource provides the best answers to your questions on how your company can become a digital leader and best-in-class enterprise. It also explores digital transformation trends, real-life journeys, how to overcome challenges, and platforms that give you a competitive edge.
Recent Definitions
- What is ERP? Guide to enterprise resource planning software
ERP, or enterprise resource planning, is modular software designed to integrate the main functions of an organization's business processes into a unified system.
- voice design
Voice design is the process of planning and mapping all the possible interactions that might occur between a voice assistant and an end user.
- What is supply chain management (SCM) and why is it important?
Supply chain management (SCM) is the broad range of activities required to plan, control and execute a product's flow from materials to production to distribution in the most economical way possible.
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- Cognitive automation helps processes run on their own
- Connected worker platforms bring people into digital transformation
- 7 hurdles to using AI in accounting and finance
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Back to TopSupply chain management
In today's increasingly complex and global business landscape, supply chain management is an important differentiator for companies today. To help, this section on ERP and supply chain management provides expert advice on choosing and implementing supply chain management software, logistics software, analytics, and supply chain visibility technology, as well as planning for market demands and adhering to best practices.
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- dropshipping
Dropshipping is an e-commerce retail model that allows stores to sell products without keeping any physical inventory.
- What is ERP? Guide to enterprise resource planning software
ERP, or enterprise resource planning, is modular software designed to integrate the main functions of an organization's business processes into a unified system.
- material requirements planning (MRP)
Material requirements planning (MRP) is a system for calculating the materials and components needed to manufacture a product. It consists of three primary steps: taking inventory of the materials and components on hand, identifying which additional ones are needed and then scheduling their production or purchase.
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- 7 supply chain management best practices in a COVID-19 world
- What you need to know about fourth-party logistics
- COVID-19 outbreak in China slows global supply chain
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- Barcode, data capture and RFID
- Demand management
- Inventory management technology
- Sales and operations planning software
- Supply chain planning and execution
- Transportation management software
- WMS and ERP systems
ERP financials
A long-time foundation of back-end enterprise systems, ERP financials software remains an important piece of accurately reporting a company's bottom line. Let our editors and industry experts give you a tour through modern ERP financial management systems, with a focus on accounting, analytics, procurement, compliance and corporate performance management.
Recent Definitions
- ERP finance module
The ERP finance module is the software component that handles the main accounting and financial management functions of an ERP system.
- What is ERP? Guide to enterprise resource planning software
ERP, or enterprise resource planning, is modular software designed to integrate the main functions of an organization's business processes into a unified system.
- financial analytics
Financial analytics is the creation of ad hoc analysis to answer specific business questions and forecast possible future financial scenarios.
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- 3 emerging technologies changing the finance department
- 7 hurdles to using AI in accounting and finance
- For one company, an ERP project failure is now a court battle
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- CPM software
- ERP accounting software
- ERP procurement and purchasing
- Financial analytics and reporting
- Financial compliance regulations
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.
Recent Definitions
- What is ERP? Guide to enterprise resource planning software
ERP, or enterprise resource planning, is modular software designed to integrate the main functions of an organization's business processes into a unified system.
- SaaS ERP
SaaS ERP is a type of cloud-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) software that runs on the vendor's or cloud provider's servers, is sold through subscription and delivered as a service over the internet.
- cloud ERP
Cloud ERP is a type of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software that runs on a provider's cloud computing platform, rather than on premises in an enterprise's own data center.
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- Priority Software mobile apps open ERP systems
- Pandemic will delay, cancel ERP deployments and test vendors
- How to choose the right ERP project team: 5 secrets to success
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Back to TopERP 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.
Recent Definitions
- What is ERP? Guide to enterprise resource planning software
ERP, or enterprise resource planning, is modular software designed to integrate the main functions of an organization's business processes into a unified system.
- IBM OpenPages
IBM OpenPages is a governance, risk and compliance (GRC) platform that centralizes services and components associated with the challenges and management of regulatory initiatives.
- NetSuite
NetSuite is a business technology vendor based in San Mateo, California.
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- ERP integration strategy: 3 common approaches
- Top 5 ERP software for small businesses
- Top 8 ERP implementation best practices to prevent failure
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Back to TopManufacturing management
With enterprise resource planning's long history in manufacturing processes, the field of ERP manufacturing management continues to excite businesses with new developments and technology innovations. News on manufacturing and automation software is coupled with the latest expert advice about how to best use 3D printing and industrial internet of things applications.
Recent Definitions
- material requirements planning (MRP)
Material requirements planning (MRP) is a system for calculating the materials and components needed to manufacture a product. It consists of three primary steps: taking inventory of the materials and components on hand, identifying which additional ones are needed and then scheduling their production or purchase.
- process manufacturing
Process manufacturing is a production method that creates goods by combining supplies, ingredients or raw materials using a formula or recipe.
- strategic sourcing
Strategic sourcing is an approach to supply chain management that formalizes the way information is gathered and used so that an organization can leverage its consolidated purchasing power to find the best possible values in the marketplace.
Highlights
- Manufacturing outlook hopeful despite recession fears
- Connected worker platforms bring people into digital transformation
- MRP vs. ERP: Understanding the difference
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- 3D printing and software
- EAM software
- ERP and PLM
- ERP software for discrete manufacturing
- ERP software for process manufacturing
- IIoT in manufacturing
- Industrial automation software
- Manufacturing production planning
- MES software