Manufacturing ERP/SCM/IT News Archive |
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| 17 Nov 2009 |
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Down ERP market could mean licensing deals for SAP buyers
(SearchSAP.com)
In a review of the ERP market, Forrester Research finds tough times for vendors, which can mean big discounts for buyers, both on licensing and services. |
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Inventory management trends focus on improved forecasting
Inventory management trends show an increased interest in forecasting. Finding ways to improve forecasting is a common "next step" after implementing a demand planning strategy. |
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| 16 Nov 2009 |
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Part 3: The final ERP transition: Crossing the finish line successfully
(SearchOracle.com)
Complete your ERP project successfully with these tips for your final ERP transition. In this final installment of our ERP project series, learn how to do a user acceptance test an... |
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Seven secrets to business intelligence (BI) success
(SearchDataManagement.com)
At the fall 2009 TDWI World Conference, keynote speaker Cindi Howson shared her seven secrets to business intelligence success. Read these BI tips to find out whether your company ... |
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Supply chain execution software manages daily manufacturing operations
Supply chain execution software helps run day-to-day manufacturing operations. When combined with supply chain planning software, it can manage the entire supply chain, from produc... |
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Demand planning software forecasts trends using past, present data
Manufacturers use demand planning software to create accurate demand forecasts. Real-time sales data and secure collaboration ensure timeliness and adaptability. |
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Determining the ROI of a WMS upgrade
More and more manufacturing firms are making the business case for a warehouse management system (WMS) upgrade. A WMS software upgrade can generate ROI in less than 12 months. |
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| 13 Nov 2009 |
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Inventory management software helps manufacturers meet customer demand
Today's inventory management software goes beyond simple tracking of orders, finished goods and materials. It can also optimize inventory levels and locations and tap into demand d... |
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Mapping data for migration tops list of PLM deployment challenges
Mapping data for migration into PLM software is just one pitfall associated with PLM deployment. PLM allows users to define data in many different ways, but that flexibility can be... |
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| 12 Nov 2009 |
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SAP weighs in on Oracle-Sun, Wall Street Journal
(SAP Watch)
SAP is striking back at Oracle, and the Wall Street Journal for "misleading speculation." |
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Supply chain planning software keeps up with manufacturing changes
Supply chain planning is the first step in manufacturing. Having the right supply chain planning software can help you build a demand management strategy and plan the production pr... |
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| 11 Nov 2009 |
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Manufacturers hesitant to switch to virtual ERP
Manufacturers are reluctant to virtualize their mission-critical ERP applications. There are good reasons for hesitance about virtual ERP, especially for medium-sized global manufa... |
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| 10 Nov 2009 |
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Oracle's Java database continues push into embedded database market
(SearchOracle.com)
Oracle has rolled out an all-Java open source embedded database with high availability and fault-tolerant capabilities for mission-critical applications. |
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Informatica hopes to bridge the business/IT divide with latest release
(SearchDataManagement.com)
New collaboration capabilities aimed at improving communication between IT and the business are highlights of the latest version of Informatica's data integration software platform... |
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| 09 Nov 2009 |
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Atlanta YMCA turns to SaaS BI software over 'complicated' Cognos
(SearchDataManagement.com)
When the Metro Atlanta YMCA wanted to improve member outreach, it shunned 'complicated' on-premise BI software for interactive dashboards from a SaaS BI provider. |
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Oracle and the European Commission state their cases
(SearchOracle.com)
The European Commission issued its formal statement of objections about the proposed Oracle-Sun deal, and Oracle was quick to respond. |
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ERP warehouse management guide
ERP warehouse management system (WMS) modules are used to track physical inventory, plan inventory replenishment, perform picking strategies and control shop floor stock. Learn the... |
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ERP order management guide
ERP order management modules handle order entry and status, tracking, credit limit checking, delivery dates and more. Learn the features of order management software in the ERP ord... |
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| 06 Nov 2009 |
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In-database analytics pulls together SAS, data warehouse vendors
(SearchDataManagement.com)
SAS is working on in-database analytics initiatives with several data warehouse vendors that want its data mining applications to run inside their databases. |
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CRM ERP integration streamlines manufacturers' customer data
Manufacturers can coordinate and improve the flow of customer data by integrating customer relationship management (CRM) with ERP. CRM ERP integration gives insight into customer o... |
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ERP SCM integration expands manufacturing options
More manufacturers are integrating supply chain management (SCM) software with their ERP systems. ERP SCM integration provides insight into the product lifecycle and forecasting fo... |
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Best practices for working with open source ERP software
While open source ERP software has many benefits, such as flexibility and lower upfront costs, it poses unique challenges. Knowing how to best meet these challenges will make open ... |
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| 05 Nov 2009 |
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SAP users in U.K., Ireland ready to upgrade -- warily
(SearchSAP.com)
A recent survey of SAP users in Ireland and the U.K. found that more than half plan to upgrade in the next 12 months, but they're not happy with the expense. |
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ERP and BI integration provides business insight to decision-makers
ERP functions best when integrated with business intelligence (BI) software. ERP and BI integration improves business analytics and optimizes reporting capabilities. |
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ERP asset management guide
ERP asset management modules handle tracking functions across production, including maintenance schedules, uptime and downtime, compliance and warranty management. Learn the featur... |
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ERP and BPM integration lowers costs, reduces inventory
ERP and business process management (BPM) integration helps manufacturers measure key performance indicators (KPIs) across the enterprise. Integrating BPM with ERP improves workflo... |
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ERP and GIS integration brings spatial dimension to key business apps
Manufacturers are integrating ERP and geographical information systems (GIS) to view data in a spatial dimension. ERP and GIS integration can map plant locations, analyze the suppl... |
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PLM ERP integration essential to accessing product data
Integrating product lifecycle management (PLM) software with an ERP system is the key to getting the most out PLM's data accessing capabilities. PLM ERP integration gives manufactu... |
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| 04 Nov 2009 |
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Choosing BI software: Use your ERP vendor or go with third-party BI?
(SearchDataManagement.com)
Should you source business intelligence software from your ERP vendor or a third party? Find out how to make the choice with advice from Gartner, Forrester, AMR and other experts. |
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Key to ERP data integration is current, synchronized data
Manufacturers embarking on an ERP data integration project should be sure that their data is current, consistent and synchronized. Choosing ERP software with embedded manufacturing... |
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Keep ERP and MES integration simple
More manufacturers are integrating ERP software with manufacturing execution system (MES). Knowing ahead of time how data should flow between the two systems is essential to making... |
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BI training best practices should account for supply chain, operational efficiencies
User training is an overlooked aspect of deploying business intelligence (BI) software at manufacturing firms. Durin training, users should be given manufacturing examples, such as... |
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SAP extends data access with BusinessObjects Explorer
(Manufacturing Computer Solutions)
SAP's new BusinessObjects Explorer suite is designed to deliver information on any data set to users through a web-based interface. |
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