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Crafts Technology manages COVID-19 changes with ECI JobBoss
Crafts Technology, a medium-sized manufacturer that performs small-volume jobs, is using ECI JobBoss ERP software to manage workplace changes from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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- Partnerships add more supply chain visibility to SAP LBN
New SAP Logistics Business Network partnerships provide users with key logistics data on shipment location and estimated arrival times for road, freight and ocean shipments.
- Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP inches ahead in AI contest
Oracle released new AI and RPA features for its cloud ERP and HCM suites during the virtual OpenWorld conference. Learn what they might mean for Oracle users and competitors.
- What are the main Microsoft Dynamics ERP products?
Learn about Dynamics 365 Business Central and Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management, why Microsoft narrowed its ERP portfolio, and why this move is important.
Definitions
- demand planning
Demand planning is the process of forecasting the demand for a product or service so it can be produced and delivered more efficiently and to the satisfaction of customers.
- transportation management system (TMS)
A transportation management system (TMS) is specialized software for planning, executing and optimizing the shipment of goods.
- supply chain transformation
Supply chain transformation is the addition and integration of technology to improve supply chain performance.
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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.
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- supply chain transformation
Supply chain transformation is the addition and integration of technology to improve supply chain performance.
- 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.
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- Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP inches ahead in AI contest
- Celonis expands to action with Execution Management System
- Digital transformation requires upskilling and reskilling
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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.
Recent Definitions
- demand planning
Demand planning is the process of forecasting the demand for a product or service so it can be produced and delivered more efficiently and to the satisfaction of customers.
- transportation management system (TMS)
A transportation management system (TMS) is specialized software for planning, executing and optimizing the shipment of goods.
- supply chain
A supply chain is the network of all the individuals, organizations, resources, activities and technology involved in the creation and sale of a product.
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- Partnerships add more supply chain visibility to SAP LBN
- Celonis expands to action with Execution Management System
- 5 supply chain cybersecurity risks and best practices
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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.
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- 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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- What are the main Microsoft Dynamics ERP products?
- Unit4 plans to release next-gen ERP platform, Unit4 ERPx
- How can IT improve existing ERP system benefits?
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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.
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- 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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- Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP inches ahead in AI contest
- Is a move to cloud ERP inevitable for most companies?
- Making sense of the cloud ERP architecture of Oracle and SAP
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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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- What are the main Microsoft Dynamics ERP products?
- Unit4 plans to release next-gen ERP platform, Unit4 ERPx
- Is a move to cloud ERP inevitable for most companies?
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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
- demand planning
Demand planning is the process of forecasting the demand for a product or service so it can be produced and delivered more efficiently and to the satisfaction of customers.
- lean water spider
Lean water spider is a term used in manufacturing that refers to a position in a production environment or warehouse that ensures materials are supplied where and when they are needed.
- Kaizen (continuous improvement)
Kaizen is an approach to creating continuous improvement based on the idea that small, ongoing positive changes can reap significant improvements.
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- Crafts Technology manages COVID-19 changes with ECI JobBoss
- EAM vs. CMMS: A guide to their differences
- Digital transformation requires upskilling and reskilling
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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