http://www.technologyevaluation.comTechnology Evaluation Centers - News Analysis and Research. Technology Evaluation Centers Inc. (TEC) is the impartial advocate for end users and purchasers of enterprise software solutions. It has aided IT professionals with software selection since 1993.Copyright 2012 Technologyevaluation.com. All rights reserved.Patchwork maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) systems can cost large airlines millions in duplicated effort, extra inventory, and delays. But with round-the-clock schedules to maintain, few airlines can afford to upgrade to an integrated MRO solution any time soon. Today TEC Analyst Philippe Reney looks at two ways airlines can improve their MRO capabilities without a complete IT overhaul.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/how-airlines-can-stop-getting-murdered-by-maintenance-costs-26968/5/1/2012 9:23:00 AM You may be wondering how the open-source ERP vendor xTuple operating with a workforce of only 27 can compete on the same stage with the software giants. Find out how as TEC principal analyst P.J. Jakovljevic looks at xTuple’s current ERP offerings and commercial editions, and speaks with xTuple CEO Ned Lilly on the vendor’s social capabilities, product development focus, market and competitive landscape, and future outlook.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/what-s-up-with-xtuple-and-open-source-erp-26964/4/30/2012 10:56:00 AM Moving away from the relentless acquisitions of the past, Infor is waking up to a brand new day, marked by innovative product development that will change the way work is done. TEC principal analyst P.J. Jakovljevic looks at how the vendor has become a formidable opponent to SAP and Oracle, and examines all the components of Infor10, a new generation of enterprise software that allows the seamless execution of business processes.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/waking-up-to-a-new-day-at-infor-26919/4/16/2012 2:58:00 PM To assure customer satisfaction, aviation, space and defense organizations must produce, and continually improve, safe, reliable products that meet or exceed customer and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements. The globalization of the industry has complicated this objective. Read about the SAE Aerospace Standard AS9100:2009 Revision C, set to be enforced globally on July 1, 2012, and know how to be compliant.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/26845/a-joint-aci-u%2es%2ea%2e-%26-cai-division-of-canada-white-paper.html3/22/2012 5:10:00 PM Today’s manufacturers work hard to meet customer delivery schedules with quality parts while reducing costs. Those companies that can meet these demands can reduce work-in-process inventories and minimize production costs. But many fail at this due to inefficient material handling and inventory control. See how advanced ERP systems reflect the physical reality of the material handling process and can help you reduce inventory costs. http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/26844/the-power-of-inventory-control-how-integrated-serialized-inventory-tracking-delivers-a-competitive-advantage.html3/22/2012 4:45:00 PM While inventory reduction is a worthy goal for manufacturers, with less “cushion” mistakes and surprises can be costly. When looking at inventory levels and how to reduce them, it is important to understand the role that inventory plays in the dynamics of plant operations. This paper focuses on inventory inside the plant—from receipt of parts and materials to shipment of finished products—to help you safely reduce your inventory. http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/26843/taking-control-improved-inventory-visibility-leads-to-lean-success.html3/22/2012 4:35:00 PM As private equity investors acquire manufacturing enterprises, it becomes increasingly important to centralize the growing mass of performance data. A new breed of ERP provides the oversight and control necessary for private equity managers to ensure resources are working toward the same goals. Download this paper for key considerations private equity-backed manufacturers need to look for when evaluating technology enablers.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/26841/five-key-considerations-private-equity-needs-to-know-about-manufacturing-software.html3/22/2012 12:04:00 PM An ERP system is a major investment for any business, particularly a smaller one. A well-planned and implemented ERP system can change the way you do business and significantly improve profitability. But there are pitfalls if you have not prepared properly. In this white paper, Pronto Software outlines critical questions you need to consider in the search, evaluation, and implementation of an ERP solution for your business. http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/26659/enterprise-resource-planning-solutions-for-growing-businesses.html2/6/2012 3:11:00 PM What do Einstein’s theory of relativity and quantum theory have to do with SYSPRO? TEC principal analyst P.J. Jakovljevic explains, as he discusses how SYSPRO has applied these famous physics theories to produce a ‘simply smarter’ ERP system and comprehensive ERP framework for effective material, cash, as well as collaborative management for small to midsized manufacturers and distributors in today’s dynamic environment.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/syspro-taking-a-quantum-leap-or-simply-becoming-smarter-26570/1/20/2012 4:29:00 PM Organizations seeking the services of a value-added reseller (VAR), channel partner, implementer, vendor, or consultant require an evaluation of what this service provider has to offer. This report will assist organizations looking to determine the best-fit service provider for their implementation needs. Based on information provided to TEC by Ability, LLC, this report focuses on real-life implementation projects delivered by the service provider to three of its existing clients. http://www.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/report/26495/accreditation-report-for-erp-in-the-manufacturing-industry-ability-llc.html12/15/2011 2:54:00 PM ABAS Business Software has built a name for itself as a mid-market enterprise resource planning (ERP) vendor to contend with. In his latest article, TEC principal analyst P.J. Jakovljevic reviews the company’s major ERP offering, describes how the mid-market ERP vendor the differentiated itself from the pack, and talks with Alan Salton to get the president’s perspective on the company’s products, challenges, and strategies. http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/abas-business-software-one-mid%2dmarket-erp-vendor-to-watch-for-26462/12/7/2011 3:33:00 PM Organizations seeking the services of a value-added reseller (VAR), channel partner, implementer, vendor, or consultant require an evaluation of what this service provider has to offer. This report will assist organizations looking to determine the best-fit service provider for their implementation needs. Based on information provided to TEC by Business Technical Consulting (BizTech) and its clients, this report focuses on real-life implementation projects delivered by the service provider to three of its existing clients. http://www.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/report/26429/erp-for-discrete-manufacturing-accreditation-report-business-technical-consulting-biztech.html11/29/2011 2:37:00 PM The IQMS product EnterpriseIQ is now TEC Certified for online evaluation of enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions for discrete manufacturing in the Enterprise Resource Planning Evaluation Center. The certification seal is a valuable indicator for organizations relying on the integrity of TEC research for assistance with their software selection projects. Download this report for product highlights, competitive analysis, product analysis, and in-depth analyst commentary.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/report/26392/iqms-enterpriseiq-erp-for-discrete-manufacturing-certification-report.html11/23/2011 11:17:00 AM Sage 500 ERP (formerly Sage ERP MAS 500) is TEC Certified for online evaluation of enterprise resource planning (ERP) for engineer-to-order (ETO) manufacturing solutions in the ERP Evaluation Center. The certification seal is a valuable indicator for organizations relying on the integrity of TEC research for assistance with their software selection projects. Download this report for product highlights, competitive analysis, product analysis, and in-depth analyst commentary.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/report/26372/sage-500-erp-for-eto-manufacturing-certification-report.html11/14/2011 12:08:00 PM IFS Applications (v. 7.5) is TEC Certified for online evaluation of enterprise resource planning (ERP) for engineer-to-order (ETO) manufacturing solutions in the ERP Evaluation Center. The certification seal is a valuable indicator for organizations relying on the integrity of TEC research for assistance with their software selection projects. Download this report for product highlights, competitive analysis, product analysis, and in-depth analyst commentary.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/report/26220/ifs-applications-v%2e-7%2e5-for-erp-for-engineer%2dto%2dorder-eto-manufacturing-certification-report.html9/26/2011 10:36:00 AM Cincom executives lay out some facts, and Technology Evaluation Centers (TEC) Principal Analyst P.J. Jakovljevic discovers that Cincom Acquire isn't the old-school client-server sales product configurator he thought it was. Since about 2005, Cincom Acquire has been Web-enabled and functionally expanded to instill knowledge into sales processes (not only into engineering processes).http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/reconnecting-with-cincom-systems-26173/9/7/2011 3:53:00 PM Technology Evaluation Centers (TEC) is pleased to announce that IntegrateIT product ERP 123 is now TEC Certified for online evaluation of enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions for distribution in TEC’s ERP Evaluation Center. The certification seal is a valuable indicator for organizations relying on the integrity of TEC research for assistance with their software selection projects. Download this report for product highlights, competitive analysis, product analysis, and in-depth analyst commentary.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/report/22666/integrateit-erp-123-v7%2e2%2e561-for-erp-for-distribution-product-certification-report.html7/11/2011 11:19:00 AM Technology Evaluation Centers (TEC) is pleased to announce that IntegrateIT product ERP 123 is now TEC Certified for online evaluation of enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions for discrete manufacturing in TEC’s ERP Evaluation Center. The certification seal is a valuable indicator for organizations relying on the integrity of TEC research for assistance with their software selection projects. Download this report for product highlights, competitive analysis, product analysis, and in-depth analyst commentary. http://www.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/report/22663/integrateit-erp-123-v7%2e2%2e561-for-discrete-manufacturing-erp-product-certification-report.html7/8/2011 3:18:00 PM Engineer-to-order (ETO) companies can use e-commerce strategies in order to improve customer service, reduce waste, and increase profits through a lean approach to document management and more efficient project administration. This article outlines the ways that enterprise resource planning (ERP) software can facilitate ETO e-commerce by opening portals to suppliers, project collaborators, and customers.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/using-erp-to-deliver-ecommerce-for-engineertoorder-companies-22386/5/5/2011 11:29:00 AM Epicor ERP Software System (v. 9.05) is now TEC Certified for online evaluation of enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions for engineer-to-order (ETO) manufacturers in the ERP Evaluation Center. The certification seal is a valuable indicator for organizations relying on the integrity of TEC research for assistance with their software selection projects. Download this report for product highlights, competitive analysis, product analysis, and in-depth analyst commentary.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/report/22369/epicor-erp-software-system-v-905-for-eto-manufacturers-erp-certification-report.html4/29/2011 3:15:00 PM