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Manufacturing execution system (MES) FAQ
Manufacturing execution system (MES) software, which analyzes processes across manufacturing organizations, can be complicated. Read on to learn more about how MES works and find answers to some common MES FAQs. FAQ
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Managing ERP business intelligence and reporting FAQ
To drive ERP business intelligence (BI) and reporting software, you must first understand enterprise data usage. This is the first step to managing ERP business intelligence and reporting. FAQ
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Introduction to MES integration
Manufacturing execution system (MES) software helps manufacturers to smoothly manage daily processes. MES integration with other systems -- including ERP and SCM -- makes this even easier. Tutorial
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Five signs your multiple ERP systems are out of control
Many manufacturers run multiple ERP systems -- or multiple instances of one system. But there are significant downsides to operating this way. News | 16 May 2012
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Keep manufacturing IT projects on time and under budget
Following these expert tips will help keep manufacturing IT projects on schedule and manageable. News | 11 Aug 2011
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Know the four building blocks of IT governance frameworks
Centralization and analytics are keys to realizing costs savings and efficiencies from IT governance and portfolio management. News | 09 Aug 2011
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Tool talk: Choosing the best IT governance practices
Backing up IT governance practices with project portfolio management and asset management software can help manufacturers align IT with business goals and reduce costs. News | 22 Jul 2011
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First rule of IT governance: To cut costs, align business and IT
IT governance needn’t be complex or reserved for the largest enterprises. Today’s frameworks offer practical tools for all types of companies. News | 22 Jul 2011
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SAP CRM integration gives clear orders to medical device maker
A new SAP CRM software module straightens out the sales design, configuration, and order process, and brings benefits far down the production line. News | 13 Jul 2010
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Tips for selecting two-tier ERP vs. single instance
More manufacturers are consolidating their ERP systems to save money and space. For some companies, however, running two-tier ERP may be a better option than single-instance ERP. Article | 30 Mar 2010
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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 manufacturers. Article | 11 Nov 2009
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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 for supply and demand. Article | 06 Nov 2009
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ERP software vendors Infor, QAD challenge SAP, Oracle in ERP market
SAP and Oracle are the big players in enterprise resource planning (ERP), but a growing number of companies are considering smaller vendors for their ERP systems, a new survey finds. Article | 01 Sep 2008
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Manufacturing operation management (MOM)
Manufacturing operation management (MOM) is an approach of overseeing all aspects of the manufacturing process with a particular focus to increase efficiency. Definition
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Computer-aided process planning (CAPP)
Computer-aided process planning is a link between design and manufacturing in a computer-integrated manufacturing (CIM) environment. Definition
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manufacturing intelligence software
Enterprise manufacturing intelligence software is a suite of software applications that integrates a company's manufacturing data from multiple sources to aid in reporting, analysis, visual summaries and passing data between enterprise-level and plan... Definition
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process manufacturing
Process manufacturing is the production of goods that are typically produced in bulk quantities, as opposed to discrete and countable units. Process manufacturing industries include chemicals, food and beverage, gasoline, paint and pharmaceutical. (C... Definition
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Five signs your multiple ERP systems are out of control
Many manufacturers run multiple ERP systems -- or multiple instances of one system. But there are significant downsides to operating this way. News
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Manufacturing operation management (MOM)
Manufacturing operation management (MOM) is an approach of overseeing all aspects of the manufacturing process with a particular focus to increase efficiency. Definition
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Keep manufacturing IT projects on time and under budget
Following these expert tips will help keep manufacturing IT projects on schedule and manageable. News
-
Know the four building blocks of IT governance frameworks
Centralization and analytics are keys to realizing costs savings and efficiencies from IT governance and portfolio management. News
-
Tool talk: Choosing the best IT governance practices
Backing up IT governance practices with project portfolio management and asset management software can help manufacturers align IT with business goals and reduce costs. News
-
First rule of IT governance: To cut costs, align business and IT
IT governance needn’t be complex or reserved for the largest enterprises. Today’s frameworks offer practical tools for all types of companies. News
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SAP CRM integration gives clear orders to medical device maker
A new SAP CRM software module straightens out the sales design, configuration, and order process, and brings benefits far down the production line. News
-
Tips for selecting two-tier ERP vs. single instance
More manufacturers are consolidating their ERP systems to save money and space. For some companies, however, running two-tier ERP may be a better option than single-instance ERP. Article
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Manufacturing execution system (MES) FAQ
Manufacturing execution system (MES) software, which analyzes processes across manufacturing organizations, can be complicated. Read on to learn more about how MES works and find answers to some common MES FAQs. FAQ
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Managing ERP business intelligence and reporting FAQ
To drive ERP business intelligence (BI) and reporting software, you must first understand enterprise data usage. This is the first step to managing ERP business intelligence and reporting. FAQ
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About Manufacturing ERP systems consolidation
Learn how to plan for an ERP systems consolidation project with our tips and resources, including information about benefits and practical advice on IT and business group alignment.