ERP & Enterprise Systems

ERP 101: Here's How the Software Improves Business Performance

July 28, 2017

Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software doesn't live up to its acronym. Forget about planning - it doesn't do much of that - and forget about resource, a throwaway term.

Japanese Smart Factory Represents the Future of Manufacturing

July 26, 2017

Industryweek

The top manufacturing facility of Toyota transmissions isn't based in Japan but in Durham, North Carolina. The AW North Carolina (AWNC) plant - a subsidiary of AW, which is based in Anjo City, Japan - churns out more than 600,000 automatic transmissions per year for models such as the Camry, Tundra, Tacoma, Sequoia and, most recently, the Rav4.

Three Problems in Manufacturing That Impact Productivity and Profitability

July 20, 2017

Industryweek

Despite the advanced technology now available, there are still three key issues that adversely affect manufacturers of all types and sizes: data management, inventory, and gross margin.

A.I. Starts to Deliver in the Enterprise, at Last

July 13, 2017

Computerworld

Computers soon could deliver smarter healthcare to patients at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH).

Buying Slack Could Give Amazon Another Enterprise Toehold

June 23, 2017

Computerworld

Online retail giant Amazon is apparently interested in scooping up collaboration firm Slack Technologies - a possibility that could give Amazon a more direct entry into the enterprise.

Five Ways to Kickstart Your Business Automation and Technology Plans

May 9, 2017

CIO

The first quarter has ended, yet your company has yet to get its arms around how to leverage technology to compete, remain in business and improve the customer experience. Let's explore some key recommendations that all businesses should be considering as they embark on the ever-changing business technology landscape.

How an ERP Debacle Triggered Supply-Chain Transformation at Finning Canada

May 8, 2017

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

The exclusive distributor of Caterpillar equipment and parts in Canada runs into a brick wall when attempting to implement a new ERP system. But the crisis ends up driving supply-chain transformation.

Opinion: Why You Should Build Your Supply Chain From the Customer Up

May 3, 2017

Martin Verwijmeren, co-founder and CEO, MP Objects

Supply chain orchestration has many benefits for customers and businesses.

TouchPath Extends WMS System With 'Power-Picking' Control Center

January 4, 2017

TouchPath

Supply chain solutions provider TouchPath is extending its TouchWMS warehouse management system with the addition of a "power picking" control center, the technology company has announced. The first TouchWMS Control Centre user - an unnamed international components manufacturer - reports early pick productivity increases of up to 50 percent as a result, according to TouchPath.

Organics Raising the Steaks for Food Manufacturing

November 15, 2016

Dave Gustovich, Area VP, NetSuite's Manufacturing Center of Excellence

Consumer appetites for organic foods are at an all-time high. As grocery shoppers buy more goods labeled as organic, pesticide-free, non-GMO and other attributes of healthier foods, food manufacturers need to adapt to the complex challenges of the organic products supply chain.

ERP & Enterprise Systems

The latest news, analysis, trends and solutions regarding enterprise resource planning (ERP) software and systems and their impact on supply chain management. New developments in ERP software - used by organizations to streamline day-to-day business activities like accounting, procurement and project management - are transforming the way companies operate and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are using ERP systems for supply chain optimization.