Four Ways to Botch Your ERP Implementation Process
Jeff Kugler
Here are four worst practices that can contribute to the failure of an enterprise resource planning implementation-or the implementation of any other enterprise software, for that matter. Protect your investment and prevent disaster by steering clear of these major mistakes.
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ERP Features and Functions: Reference Guide to Process Manufacturing Software
Anne Le Bris and Melissa Vaes, with contributions from TEC analyst data
This reference guide provides insight into the process manufacturing enterprise resource planning (ERP) features and functions that are accessible on today's market. This guide will help you to find out which features and functions are essential to your organization's needs and which are not.
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ERP: Is High ROI with low TCO Possible?
Sage
Total cost of ownership (TCO) remains a significant factor influencing enterprise resource planning (ERP) strategies and decisions. But focusing exclusively on TCO runs the risk of delaying necessary ERP projects. Companies should also consider return on investment (ROI) of such projects. Find out what the average company should expect to pay for ERP and how the business can benefit from a successful implementation.
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5 Top HR Modules for ERP Systems
Focus Research
A growing number of businesses are adopting enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems to give their departments accurate and accessible shared data. Human resource Management (HRM) isn't being left out of the loop. In fact, most major ERP vendors now offer their customers HRM modules that help automate an array of tasks while generating crucial data for enterprise planning and optimization. Know the top five modules.
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High Efficiency in Manufacturing Operations
SAP
It can be very challenging for manufacturers to both drive efficiency gains and then translate these gains to bottom line results. This paper examines what is driving manufacturers to focus on creating more efficient manufacturing operations; identifies the mix of strategies, business capabilities, and technology enablers that are most likely to ensure long-term success; and ends with specific recommendations for success.
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How to Address the Two Key Challenges with Virtualization
Riverbed Technology
The amount of data and IT assets stored outside corporate data centers has risen significantly, and IT managers are now looking to consolidate their IT infrastructure. This paper examines the trends toward server consolidation and virtualization, and how wide area network (WAN) optimization can help IT organizations address the challenges of application performance and information availability within these environments.
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