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Abstract:
Users increasingly look for an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system designed for a specific business, since software
that combines industry-specific functionality with the flexibility to accommodate each company's unique processes goes a long
way toward improving the functional fit and the speed of (...)
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erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
Users increasingly look for an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system designed for a specific business, since software
that combines industry-s...
Published:
2004-05-03
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Abstract:
Companies that are project manufacturers, engineer-to-order (ETO), build-to-order, jobbing shops or contract manufacturers
should think carefully when selecting an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. Given the maturity of the ERP market,
its ongoing consolidation, and that fact that competitive ad (...)
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erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
Companies that are project manufacturers, engineer-to-order (ETO), build-to-order, jobbing shops or contract manufacturers
should think carefully ...
Published:
2004-05-05
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Abstract:
Enterprise resource planning (ERP) implementation costs can be divided into one-time costs and ongoing annual costs. Both
types of costs can be segmented into hardware, software, external assistance, and internal personnel. Reprinted from Maximizing
Your ERP System by Dr. Scott Hamilton. (...)
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erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
Enterprise resource planning (ERP) implementation costs can be divided into one-time costs and ongoing annual costs. Both
types of costs can be s...
Published:
2004-02-12
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Abstract:
During a recent Enterprise Resource Planning selection engagement with a large aerospace and defense manufacturer TEC had
the opportunity to evaluate and compare the offerings of four top vendors. Each vendor’s offering differed in such areas
as functionality, flexibility, process fit and ease of use. (...)
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erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
During a recent Enterprise Resource Planning selection engagement with a large aerospace and defense manufacturer TEC had
the opportunity to evalu...
Published:
2001-11-19
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Abstract:
An investment analysis focusing on enterprise resource planning (ERP) benefits frequently applies to those firms initially
justifying an ERP implementation. It can also be used to justify a 're-implementation' when the initial efforts have failed
to produce desired results. Reprinted from Maximizing You (...)
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erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
An investment analysis focusing on enterprise resource planning (ERP) benefits frequently applies to those firms initially
justifying an ERP imple...
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2004-02-13
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Abstract:
We take the liberty to expand further on the findings of a report, which was recently released by a renowned research organization,
and which pinpoints enterprise applications implementations’ dissatisfactions in no uncertain terms. One may expect even more
bad news in the future given the intricacy of (...)
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erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
We take the liberty to expand further on the findings of a report, which was recently released by a renowned research organization,
and which pinp...
Published:
2002-07-08
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Abstract:
Users increasingly look for an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system designed for a specific business, since software
that combines industry-specific functionality with the flexibility to accommodate each company's unique processes goes a long
way toward improving the functional fit and the speed of (...)
Excerpt related to
erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
Users increasingly look for an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system designed for a specific business, since software
that combines industry-s...
Published:
2004-05-03
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Abstract:
To a large extent, software packages do work out of the box. Packages that do not perform perfectly or as users would expect
is when dissatisfaction arises. These can be dealt with in a rational manner through the employment of effective project and
change management procedures. However, an area that ty (...)
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erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
To a large extent, software packages do work out of the box. Packages that do not perform perfectly or as users would expect
is when dissatisfacti...
Published:
2004-04-09
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Abstract:
ETO-oriented (engineer-to-order) systems must facilitate the near real time transfer of information and complex product knowledge
for collaboration across the extended enterprise. It should especially be suited to organizations that seek to maintain complex
selling relationships, such as businesses whose (...)
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erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
ETO-oriented (engineer-to-order) systems must facilitate the near real time transfer of information and complex product knowledge
for collaboratio...
Published:
2004-05-04
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Abstract:
In order to get ahead of the systems development power curve, companies are attempting what is equivalent to executing a
quadruple jump in ice skating; running a sub 3:50 minute mile in track; and winning the Tour de France in cycling--all in
the same year. How? By trying to implement enterprise resource (...)
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erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
In order to get ahead of the systems development power curve, companies are attempting what is equivalent to executing a quadruple
jump in ice ska...
Published:
2004-04-08
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Abstract:
We take the liberty to comment on the findings of a report, which was recently released by a renowned research organization,
and which pinpoints ERP implementations’ dissatisfactions in no uncertain terms. (...)
Excerpt related to
erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
We take the liberty to comment on the findings of a report, which was recently released by a renowned research organization,
and which pinpoints E...
Published:
2001-08-25
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Abstract:
Companies that are project manufacturers, engineer-to-order (ETO), build-to-order, jobbing shops or contract manufacturers
should think carefully when selecting an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. Given the maturity of the ERP market,
its ongoing consolidation, and that fact that competitive ad (...)
Excerpt related to
erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
Companies that are project manufacturers, engineer-to-order (ETO), build-to-order, jobbing shops or contract manufacturers
should think carefully ...
Published:
2004-05-05
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Abstract:
Proving that a lack of size can be compensated with a savvy value proposition, Adonix, until recently a quiet French ERP
provider, keeps on delivering pieces of its strategy to further establish itself internationally, despite a harsh and hostile
environment. (...)
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erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
Proving that a lack of size can be compensated with a savvy value proposition, Adonix, until recently a quiet French ERP provider,
keeps on delive...
Published:
2002-08-20
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Abstract:
Thanks, in part, to the fallout from the financial scandals of Enron, WorldCom, Tyco and others, the corporate spotlight
is being refocused on the audit function. However, by waiting until systems are live and in production before applying an
audit regimen, you may miss an excellent opportunity to establ (...)
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erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
Thanks, in part, to the fallout from the financial scandals of Enron, WorldCom, Tyco and others, the corporate spotlight is
being refocused on the...
Published:
2003-10-20
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Abstract:
The PeopleSoft-J.D. Edwards merger was, in great part, about retaining the big five (or big four, or big three) seat and
the need to be bigger within shrinking market opportunities. The combined vendors should now a have solid foothold against
SAP and Oracle, particularly because one better-performing si (...)
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erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
The PeopleSoft-JD Edwards merger was, in great part, about retaining the big five (or big four, or big three) seat and the
need to be bigger wit...
Published:
2004-01-26
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Abstract:
The intangible or non-financial benefits of an integrated enterprise resource planning (ERP) system can be viewed from several
perspectives. For illustrative purposes, the discussion will focus on the benefits for accounting, product and process design,
production, sales, and management information syste (...)
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erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
The intangible or non-financial benefits of an integrated enterprise resource planning (ERP) system can be viewed from several
perspectives. For i...
Published:
2004-02-11
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Abstract:
ETO-oriented (engineer-to-order) systems must facilitate the near real time transfer of information and complex product knowledge
for collaboration across the extended enterprise. It should especially be suited to organizations that seek to maintain complex
selling relationships, such as businesses whose (...)
Excerpt related to
erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
ETO-oriented (engineer-to-order) systems must facilitate the near real time transfer of information and complex product knowledge
for collaboratio...
Published:
2004-05-04
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Abstract:
Within recent years, enterprise resource planning (ERP) has been redefined as a platform for enabling collaborative e-business
globally. Originally focused on automating internal processes of an enterprise, extended ERP systems increasingly include
customer and supplier-centric processes. (...)
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erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
Within recent years, enterprise resource planning (ERP) has been redefined as a platform for enabling collaborative e-business
globally. Originall...
Published:
2004-04-03
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Abstract:
An ERP software implementation has three steps. Here's a comprehensive look at how a successful ERP software implementation
for small businesses can be achieved. Most consultants agree that there are three stages that precede a software implementation
project: research, evaluation, and selection. This thr (...)
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erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
An ERP software implementation has three steps. Here's a comprehensive look at how a successful ERP software implementation
for small businesses ca...
Published:
2010-02-10
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Abstract:
Intuitive is one of the vendors that have long attempted to mitigate the actual and perceived barriers to enterprise resource
planning (ERP) acceptance by smaller enterprises. (...)
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erp manufacturing resource planning implementation part 1:
Intuitive is one of the vendors that have long attempted to mitigate the actual and perceived barriers to enterprise resource
planning (ERP) accep...
Published:
2004-06-23