ERP & Enterprise Systems

The Key to On-Time Delivery Is a Single Source of Truth

February 14, 2022

Enterprise resource planning technology can help organizations meet the demands of OTIF.

How Ecosystem Planning Counters Supply Chain ‘Bullwhip Effect’

February 8, 2022

Rich Sherman, SupplyChainBrain Contributor

Along with the passing of supply “chains” in favor of supply “networks,” statistical forecasting is passing in favor of more advanced cognitive technology.

A MAN AND A WOMAN SIT AT ADJACENT COMPUTERS, ENGAGED IN THE SCREENS

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Lean Supply Chain Management or Agile? Here's How to Achieve Both

February 2, 2022

Paul Noble, SCB Contributor

Can global supply chains be both agile and lean? With the right kind of digital transformation, the answer is yes.

Three Ways Service Providers Can Rethink Sustainability

November 16, 2021

Marne Martin, SCB Contributor

By rethinking product lifecycle, reverse logistics and resource optimization, logistics companies and service providers can introduce sustainable change.

Robots in the Warehouse? Learn From These Companies' Mistakes

October 28, 2021

Eric Allais, SCB Contributor

Some automated material handling solutions are not only expensive, but can actually impede operational efficiencies.

Smart Asset-Tracking Will Transform Industries This Year

Why ‘Reborn in Digital’ Manufacturers Will Outpace the Competition

September 14, 2021

Eskander Yavar, SCB Contributor

As Industry 4.0 has transformed manufacturing, a new kind of participant has emerged: the “reborn in digital” company.

The Chemicals Industry Needs Better Tech for Process Management

August 29, 2021

Scott Deakins, SCB Contributor

Industry-specific enterprise planning software can help chemical manufacturers better manage regulations, the cost of raw materials and more.

Deacom Releases New Forecasting Tools for Manufacturers

August 11, 2021

SupplyChainBrain

Deacom, Inc., a developer of a comprehensive Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution, has released new forecasting methods to help manufacturers make stronger business predictions within a single ERP system.

Case Study

A Venerable Fashion Retailer Embraces Modern Supply Chain Management

August 4, 2021

SupplyChainBrain

Fashion label Marc O’Polo sought to eliminate manual data management and lay the groundwork for an omnichannel retailing strategy, in support of both stores and online sales.

Four Steps for Ensuring Success in Edge Computing

July 16, 2021

Jim Demetrius, SCB Contributor

Edge computing has brought new levels of efficiency and productivity to the factory floor.

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.