Reference Guide to Supply Chain Management (SCM) Features and Functions
Anne Le Bris and Melissa Vaes, with contributions from TEC analyst data
This guide to supply chain management (SCM) functions/features will help you determine which SCM features are a high priority for your organization. Learn about SCM functions and features for WMS, TMS, international trade logistics (ITL), supplier relationship management (SRM), demand management, supply chain analytics, order management, service parts planning, and more.
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Has SAP Become a PLM Factor to Be Reckoned With?
P.J. Jakovljevic
You have probably heard of SAP's recent blockbuster acquisitions, but did you know about the vendor's fervent in-house innovation and newly developed products for SCM and PLM sectors. In his recent article, TEC Principal Analyst P.J. Jakovljevic takes a close look at the continuous product and service innovation at SAP and discusses the key products and development strategies with SAP PLM solutions managers. Read more.
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3 Critical Considerations When Choosing Your SCM Solution
Phil Reney
SCM software selection is a tricky and painful activity for most companies. Why? Despite the plethora of solutions currently available, it may be hard to find one that fits a company's business model. What should companies do to ensure they are well prepared for choosing the best-fit SCM solution? TEC SCM research analyst Phil Reney offers three critical considerations to help companies in search for an SCM solution.
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Hosted VoIP Buyer's Guide: Creating Virtual Offices
CompareBusinessProducts.com
Whether starting a business, setting up new office locations, or supporting employees while on the road, hosted voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) can help each situation by setting up "virtual offices." This white paper will show examples of how a business can lower costs and increase flexibility with a new hosted VoIP solution by creating a virtual office environment.
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What the CEO Needs from Human Resources
Sage
The current economic environment has forced chief executive officers (CEOs) to focus almost all of their attention on revenues and profitability. They must be very aware of what competitors are doing-and competitors can be anywhere in the world. And, they need to be aware of changing regulations and tax issues. Find out what executives need from human resources (HR) to make well-informed decisions about their workforce.
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Seven Steps to Building a Business Case for ERP
Sage
Businesses are looking to make technology investments to prepare for growth, but remain cautious in the current economic climate. One thing is clear: any technology investments must deliver value to the business. Know the 7-step process that enables organizations to precisely measure the value of any enterprise resource planning (ERP) investment to their operation and estimate the potential return on investment (ROI).
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