ERP & Supply Chain
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Feature
31 Jul 2026
Composable ERP strategy: Key benefits and steps for success
In this Q&A, ERP expert Sanjay Mhaskey explains the advantages and challenges of composable ERP and how to decide if this major architectural change to core systems is worthwhile. Continue Reading
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Opinion
30 Jul 2026
Who owns the workflow? Why enterprises are managing the wrong thing
Enterprises manage applications well but often lack owners for cross-functional workflows. AI automation reveals that application ownership alone doesn't ensure business outcomes. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Jan 2021
SAP Business Network, S/4HANA critical for SAP in 2021
SAP's 2021 will be a mix of familiar challenges such as moving customers off legacy systems to S/4HANA and new opportunities such as its SAP Business Network, according to experts. Continue Reading
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Answer
06 Jan 2021
What is SAP Field Service Management and what can it do?
Organizations need to get more from their technicians and field workers, and SAP Field Service Management is meant to help. Learn what it can do. Continue Reading
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Podcast
29 Dec 2020
Salesforce Slack buy biggest step yet outside the CRM realm
Salesforce has tried to buy its way into the rest of the enterprise before. Is Slack the golden ticket that will take it beyond CRM to directly compete with ERP vendors? Continue Reading
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News
29 Dec 2020
SAP in 2020: COVID-19, Klein takes command and Qualtrics IPO
From leadership changes to the massive disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, it was a year like no other for SAP. Here are some of the most important SAP 2020 stories. Continue Reading
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News
28 Dec 2020
SAP files for Qualtrics IPO
SAP announced plans for a Qualtrics IPO in July. On Monday, the official paperwork was filed. Continue Reading
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News
21 Dec 2020
Supply chain faces greatest challenge with COVID-19 vaccine
Developing a COVID-19 vaccine was only the first step in beating the pandemic. Now the supply chain must manage the challenges and complexities of getting those vaccines delivered. Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Dec 2020
Use predictive analytics in manufacturing to gain insight
Predictive analytics in manufacturing is a crucial part of a predictive manufacturing system. Learn about its promise, its drawbacks and why. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Dec 2020
4 supply chain finance benefits and why they matter now
Liquidity in the supply chain for buyers and suppliers is just one of the benefits supply chain finance can offer companies. Learn about some others. Continue Reading
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News
15 Dec 2020
Navisite ups SAP managed services game with Dickinson deal
Navisite expands its SAP managed services offerings for midmarket enterprises with the acquisition of SAP implementation project specialists Dickinson and Associates. Continue Reading
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Answer
14 Dec 2020
What Qualtrics integration questions should IT ask of SAP?
Qualtrics has certain technical integration challenges, and IT needs to address questions to uncover what they are and how they will affect the implementation. Here's a look. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Dec 2020
How HR can best use Qualtrics in the employee lifecycle
To improve the employee experience, the problems must first be understood. Here's a look at how HR can delve into sentiment and the best moments to do so. Continue Reading
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Answer
10 Dec 2020
Why are some SAP customers resisting S/4HANA?
SAP has touted S/4HANA as the natural successor to ECC, but many customers are resisting the move. Here are some of the reasons why. Continue Reading
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News
08 Dec 2020
SAP TechEd focuses on easing app development complexity
At the virtual event, SAP unveiled low-code/no-code development tools and announced free SAP Cloud Platform access for developers to reduce the complexity of building SAP apps. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Dec 2020
SAP Intelligent Spend Management shows where the money goes
In this Q&A, SAP's John Wookey explains the current makeup of the SAP Intelligent Spend Management and Business Network group and how it helps companies track their spending. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Dec 2020
RACI matrix for project management success, with example
A lack of clarity around roles and responsibilities is a common cause of project failure. A RACI matrix can help project managers address this issue. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Dec 2020
SAP systems integrators' strengths align with project success
Accenture, Deloitte and IBM approach SAP implementation projects differently. Knowing those differences could help companies save on costs and time. Continue Reading
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Podcast
30 Nov 2020
Unit4 ERP cloud vision is impressive, but can it compete?
With the upcoming Unit4 ERPx, the Netherlands-based vendor is again demonstrating its ambition to challenge the market leaders in highly modular, AI-driven SaaS ERP. Continue Reading
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Definition
30 Nov 2020
SAP FICO (SAP Finance and SAP Controlling)
SAP FICO is an important core functional component in SAP ERP Central Component that allows an organization to manage all of its financial data. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Nov 2020
How to choose the right ERP for digital transformation
Digital transformation is critical to many companies' success and ERP underpins that transformation. Here's a look at how to make that transformation happen. Continue Reading
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News
25 Nov 2020
Panorama Consulting's report talks best-of-breed ERP trend
The top ERP vendors offer distinct capabilities to customers, paving the way for a best-of-breed ERP approach, according to Panorama Consulting. Continue Reading
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News
20 Nov 2020
At Signavio World, center stage belongs to customer excellence
Signavio brings customer experience data into its process management platform with the Signavio Business Transformation Suite Customer Excellence Edition. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Nov 2020
Epicor ERP 10.2.700 may entice manufacturers to the cloud
The latest SaaS version of Epicor ERP includes new capabilities designed to appeal to midmarket manufacturers that want to move to a cloud-based system. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Nov 2020
Predictive maintenance: Definition, benefits, example, strategy
Predictive maintenance is a promising approach to monitoring equipment and preventing failures. Learn about the benefits of this approach and how to get started. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Nov 2020
Customer input drives S/4HANA Cloud development
In this Q&A, SAP executive Jan Gilg discusses how customer feedback played a role in the development of new features in S/4HANA Cloud 2011. Continue Reading
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Answer
12 Nov 2020
Does Infoporter aid SAP ERP HCM-Employee Central data migration?
Learn how SAP data migration tool Infoporter assists in moving from SAP ERP HCM to SuccessFactors Employee Central and why IT teams might find it helpful. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Nov 2020
Bose builds supply chain resilience program that pays off
An earthquake and floods in 2011 disrupted the Bose supply chain but better prepared the company for the risks and disruptions brought on by COVID-19. Continue Reading
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Definition
09 Nov 2020
SAP BusinessObjects BI
SAP BusinessObjects BI (SAP BO) is a centralized suite of reporting and analytics tools for business intelligence (BI) platforms. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Nov 2020
Early days for digital twins in the supply chain
A digital twin that solves every supply chain problem may not yet be a reality. Learn why and which types of projects are realistic for today. Continue Reading
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News
05 Nov 2020
Clevest acquisition bolsters IFS' field service management
IFS strengthened its field service portfolio with the acquisition of Clevest, a firm that provides field service management capabilities specific to the utilities industry. Continue Reading
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News
02 Nov 2020
Coupa acquires Llamasoft for supply chain agility
Coupa Software's acquisition of Llamasoft for $1.5 billion will bring AI-based supply chain planning and modeling capabilities to its business spend management platform. Continue Reading
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Answer
02 Nov 2020
Data migration vs. data conversion: What are the differences?
Data migration and data conversion are related, but not the same. Discover how each one factors into an ERP or other software implementation and its importance. Continue Reading
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News
30 Oct 2020
Syniti platform helps enable better data quality management
FrieslandCampina uses Syniti Knowledge Platform for data governance and data quality to improve its SAP ERP and other enterprise systems. Continue Reading
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Answer
30 Oct 2020
What are some SAP license optimization best practices?
Optimizing SAP licenses is critical in today's insecure business landscape. Here are some best practices organizations can follow to lower costs and get the most from their investment. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Oct 2020
The disruptive impact of COVID-19 on warehouse automation
The pandemic has had mixed effects on warehouse automation. Learn why this has been the case and what warehouse leaders say are important takeaways. Continue Reading
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News
28 Oct 2020
SAP Q3 earnings tumble in wake of pandemic economic woes
SAP's stock value sank as third-quarter earnings disappointed investors, but analysts believe the short-term pain does not reflect SAP's long-term prospects as it more fully commits to the cloud. Continue Reading
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Answer
26 Oct 2020
How can customers stay on SAP ECC and continue to innovate?
Many SAP customers are reluctant to move to S/4HANA just yet -- or maybe ever. Here are some ways companies can optimize the SAP ERP Central Component and find ways to innovate. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Oct 2020
Crafts Technology manages COVID-19 changes with ECI JobBoss
Crafts Technology, a medium-sized manufacturer that performs small-volume jobs, is using ECI JobBoss ERP software to manage workplace changes from the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue Reading
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News
21 Oct 2020
Partnerships add more supply chain visibility to SAP LBN
New SAP Logistics Business Network partnerships provide users with key logistics data on shipment location and estimated arrival times for road, freight and ocean shipments. Continue Reading
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Podcast
21 Oct 2020
Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP inches ahead in AI contest
Oracle released new AI and RPA features for its cloud ERP and HCM suites during the virtual OpenWorld conference. Learn what they might mean for Oracle users and competitors. Continue Reading
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Answer
20 Oct 2020
What are the main Microsoft Dynamics ERP products?
Learn about Dynamics 365 Business Central and Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management, why Microsoft narrowed its ERP portfolio, and why this move is important. Continue Reading
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News
19 Oct 2020
Celonis expands to action with Execution Management System
Celonis released the Execution Management System, which enables companies to automate actions in operational processes, improving business capacity and process efficiency. Continue Reading
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News
16 Oct 2020
Unit4 plans to release next-gen ERP platform, Unit4 ERPx
Unit4 said people-focused companies need people-centric ERP platforms. Unit4 ERPx, due out in March, aims to be just that. Continue Reading
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Answer
15 Oct 2020
Is a move to cloud ERP inevitable for most companies?
More companies are turning to cloud ERP for modernization, cost and security. Here's a look at whether those factors are enough to make cloud a foregone conclusion. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Oct 2020
Decide on SAP S/4HANA Cloud: Single-tenant vs. multi-tenant edition
Understanding the benefits and limitations of S/4HANA Cloud versions is essential to making the right choice. Here are some factors for consideration. Continue Reading
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News
09 Oct 2020
How 2 S/4HANA projects wrapped up remotely due to COVID-19
Here's how two SAP S/4HANA migration projects by De Nora Group and Vistaprint were completed on time after the COVID-19 crisis forced the implementation teams to work remotely. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Oct 2020
EAM vs. CMMS: What are the differences?
When it comes to EAM vs. CMMS, making the right choice comes down to understanding what each software type does. Here's an overview of each to help you decide. Continue Reading
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News
07 Oct 2020
Wookey returns to SAP to head Intelligent Spend unit
Industry veteran John Wookey is back at SAP to run the newly formed SAP Intelligent Spend and Business Network as SAP Ariba executive Chris Haydon departs. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Oct 2020
Digital transformation requires upskilling and reskilling
Manufacturers undergoing digital transformation must address workers' skills gaps, but new technology shouldn't be imposed from above without early input and buy-in from workers. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Sep 2020
In a time of crisis, S/4HANA implementation strategies shift
During a pandemic, organizations may consider pausing a major project like an S/4HANA migration, but experts believe they can use the disruption to their advantage. Continue Reading
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Answer
28 Sep 2020
How can IT improve existing ERP system benefits?
A canceled ERP project due to the COVID-19 pandemic doesn't have to stall productivity. Here's how to get the most from your current system. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Sep 2020
Augmented reality in field service: Why FSM needs AR now
Augmented reality can improve field service by empowering technicians with better information. Learn why interest in AR for FSM has grown and what some early adopters are saying. Continue Reading
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Answer
24 Sep 2020
How can SuccessFactors CPM improve performance management?
Learn how SuccessFactors Continuous Performance Management can help more organizations realize that a good employee experience requires ongoing performance management. Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2020
SAP Digital Boardroom helps Parkland Health manage pandemic
Parkland Health managed a surge of cases caused by the COVID-19 pandemic by using data analytics based on SAP Analytics Cloud and SAP Digital Boardroom. Continue Reading
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Podcast
23 Sep 2020
Making sense of the cloud ERP architecture of Oracle and SAP
The top ERP vendors offer more choices than ever for cloud deployment. Learn more about their public cloud, single-tenant and multitenant SaaS and other cloud options in this podcast. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Sep 2020
10 top ERP systems CIOs and business leaders should consider
From SMBs to global enterprises, companies of many sizes need the efficiencies the right ERP system brings to their businesses' processes. Here's a look at the top ERP systems. Continue Reading
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News
18 Sep 2020
With cloud-based ERP, customers can focus on outcomes
Infor general manager Rod Johnson discusses the company's strategy for delivering its Infor CloudSuite ERP systems, and why it's placing such an emphasis on customer experience. Continue Reading
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News
17 Sep 2020
Multi-tenant ERP's value touted at Inforum 2020
The Infor CloudSuite approach includes industry-specific functionality intended to make cloud ERP implementations more efficient and less complex while yielding a faster ROI. Continue Reading
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News
17 Sep 2020
What's next for Epicor after its sale
Epicor Software Corp.'s newest owner, private equity firm Clayton, Dubilier & Rice LLC, may deliver new investments in the firm's ERP systems -- at least, that's the hope. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Sep 2020
Real-life look at SAP intelligent RPA uses, benefits, limitations
SAP intelligent RPA works with the SAP ecosystem to help automate time-consuming processes. Learn what intelligent RPA is, how some companies are using it and a few of its limitations. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Sep 2020
AWS: Cloud migration doesn't require a move to S/4HANA
The AWS approach for migrating SAP systems to the public cloud doesn't emphasize a move to S/4HANA but enables customers to go at their own pace. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Sep 2020
RPA and AI strengthen weak links in supply chain workflows
Instead of an all-or-nothing approach to supply chain automation, RPA is most effective when targeted at subprocesses to improve high-volume, repetitive, error-prone tasks. Continue Reading
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News
08 Sep 2020
SAP sets alternatives to master/slave, blacklist/whitelist
SAP is making language for documentation, training materials and user interfaces and on websites more inclusive. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Sep 2020
Supply chain-customer service partnership is vital
A company's success depends on a supply chain that can meet customers' expectations. To do that well, supply chain leaders must partner with their customer service counterparts. Continue Reading
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News
08 Sep 2020
TikTok data could be gold mine for ERP, HR systems
TikTok's data and AI tech may have applications beyond marketing. That could be why Microsoft and Oracle, two enterprise tech powerhouses, may be interested in the company. Continue Reading
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Podcast
31 Aug 2020
Experience management tales from the trenches
Reports from three users of Qualtrics XM software suggested that experience management technology is gaining real ground in enterprises, but the quick ROI is still in the surveys. Continue Reading
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News
31 Aug 2020
ThoughtSpot Embrace opens SAP HANA to business users
The ThoughtSpot Embrace BI platform could put SAP HANA data into the hands of business users. Continue Reading
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Answer
27 Aug 2020
How can SAP Analytics Cloud help boost business agility?
SAP Analytics Cloud is meant to boost business agility, which business leaders need now more than ever. Take a look at the tool's features and how it might help. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Aug 2020
S/4HANA helps Queen of Raw improve textile sustainability
Queen of Raw's S/4HANA-based textile marketplace app is helping suppliers of the fashion industry reduce waste by keeping unused inventory out of landfills. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Aug 2020
SAP MII (SAP Manufacturing Integration and Intelligence)
SAP MII (SAP Manufacturing Integration and Intelligence) is an SAP application for synchronizing manufacturing operations with back-office business processes and standardized data. Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Aug 2020
Process mining vs. data mining: What's the difference?
Both process mining and data mining tools can help business leaders make better decisions. Here's a look at how each works and what their differences are. Continue Reading
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Infographic
21 Aug 2020
15 examples of supply chain disruptions throughout history
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused disruptions across the global supply chain. Here's a look at other disruptions that underscore why boosting resiliency has always been important. Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Aug 2020
Time is right for connected worker platforms
In this Q&A, Parsable CEO Lawrence Whittle explains why the COVID-19 era may make a strong case for connected worker technologies. Continue Reading
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News
14 Aug 2020
SAP HANA Enterprise Cloud, HPE to provide SaaS-like option
A new partnership between SAP and HPE enables SAP systems to run on HPE GreenLake, providing a way for customers to have public, cloud-like deployments in their own data centers. Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Aug 2020
7 real-life blockchain in the supply chain use cases and examples
Leading-edge companies are trying to fight supply chain network complexity with blockchain. Here's a look at seven use cases that demonstrate how well that's working. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Aug 2020
GE Digital's transformation rocky but ongoing
In this Q&A, GE Digital CEO Patrick Byrne discusses how the company is back in the GE fold, GE's digital transformation lessons, and how the COVID-19 crisis affects manufacturers. Continue Reading
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Answer
12 Aug 2020
How is SAP Climate 21 meant to reduce CO2 emissions?
SAP released program to help companies go green and achieve better sustainability. Here's a look at Climate 21 and its Product Carbon Footprint Analytics. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Aug 2020
Exploring COVID-19 food supply chain disruptions
The food sector has been hard hit by COVID-19. Learn what some of those issues have been, how some companies have escaped the worst of it and what lessons are most important. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Aug 2020
SAP S/4HANA Cloud interest increasing
In this Q&A, Jan Gilg, president of SAP S/4HANA, discusses the current state of S/4HANA Cloud and how interest in the SaaS version of SAP's ERP has grown during the pandemic. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Aug 2020
Penn State graduates from legacy ERP to SAP S/4HANA
Penn State University recently completed a greenfield SAP S/4HANA implementation to replace an old COBOL-based system with a modern, transformative ERP. Continue Reading
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Podcast
31 Jul 2020
Who are the real leaders among cloud ERP vendors?
The competition between SAP and Oracle is as bitter as ever, and contenders like IFS, Infor and Workday have serious offerings. But is multi-tenant SaaS ERP still the objective? Continue Reading
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News
31 Jul 2020
ASUG/DSAG members like S/4HANA, but implementations still lag
S/4HANA is viewed positively by most SAP customers, according to a new survey of ASUG and DSAG members, but complexity of an S/4HANA move may be delaying implementation projects. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Jul 2020
Use Qualtrics surveys to boost employee engagement
SAP Qualtrics surveys may help uncover workforce sentiment so business and HR leaders can act on it and help improve employee engagement. Learn what that entails. Continue Reading
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Feature
31 Jul 2020
Cloud ERP implementation answers need for speed and agility
As demand accelerates for greater speed, flexibility and efficiency in collecting, managing and analyzing corporatewide data, ERP migration to the cloud is paying dividends. Continue Reading
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News
27 Jul 2020
SAP floats Qualtrics IPO 2 years after acquisition
SAP's decision to spin off Qualtrics in an IPO will likely benefit both companies, analysts said. Continue Reading
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News
23 Jul 2020
SAP and IBM deepen partnership to boost digital transformation
SAP and IBM are enhancing their longstanding partnership by teaming up to help companies develop industry-specific applications on SAP Industry Cloud and move to S/4HANA. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Jul 2020
10 cloud ERP implementation challenges during COVID-19
A new cloud ERP system can help your company create digital transformation and find new opportunities. But first, you must address implementation challenges. Continue Reading
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News
20 Jul 2020
SAP, Siemens partner to advance digital manufacturing
A new deal between SAP and Siemens combines SAP ERP systems with Siemens Teamcenter PLM platform, enabling companies to develop an end-to-end digital thread for manufacturing. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Jul 2020
Remote ERP implementation: 10 project management essentials
Implementing ERP remotely can be challenging because for many IT teams it's new territory. Here are ways to make it easier. Continue Reading
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News
15 Jul 2020
SAP security vulnerability could affect 40,000 customers
More than 40,000 SAP systems could be vulnerable to a security flaw that allows attackers to gain access to SAP systems. SAP released a patch to mitigate the vulnerability. Continue Reading
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Answer
13 Jul 2020
How can CFOs pivot to a virtual financial close?
As finance teams have suddenly turned into a remote workforce, CFOs must guide them in a successful close. Here's advice to help. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Jul 2020
Clariba partners with SAP clients for intelligent enterprise
In this Q&A, Marc Haberland, founder of Clariba, explains why SAP needs partners to co-innovate with customers on applications that enable the intelligent enterprise. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Jul 2020
Discrete vs. process manufacturing: Choosing ERP
Process and discrete manufacturers use different processes to create products. Here's how the two differ and how these affect ERP and other technology selections. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Jul 2020
3 benefits of digital manufacturing
To save time and money while also streamlining production, companies are increasingly turning to digital manufacturing. Here's a look at three benefits. Continue Reading
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News
02 Jul 2020
Manufacturers turn to servitization for competitive advantage
Servitization leads to more resilient and profitable businesses, but only a few manufacturers are fully enabled to adopt the new model, according to IDC. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jun 2020
SAP Cloud Platform apps deal with pandemic problems
SAP Cloud Platform is proving to be a useful development environment for applications that address issues brought on by the pandemic. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Jun 2020
7 SAP S/4HANA implementation issues to address
A move to S/4HANA is critical for SAP users, but getting it right is difficult. Here's a look at seven issues to address. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jun 2020
Current crisis clarifies value of SAP intelligent enterprise
In this Q&A, ASUG CEO Geoff Scott discusses what SAP customers say about the intelligent enterprise and how companies that are moving to it have an advantage in uncertain times. Continue Reading
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Podcast
23 Jun 2020
Sapphire Now 2020 unveiled a new, more forward-looking SAP
Lofty goals to fight climate change and link intelligent enterprises signaled CEO Christian Klein's intention to lead a generational shift at SAP and appeal to younger customers. Continue Reading
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News
19 Jun 2020
SAP Business Technology Platform aims for simplification
SAP's Business Technology Platform groups SAP products into one foundation for developers; the SAP industry cloud initiative is designed to help develop vertical industry applications. Continue Reading
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News
18 Jun 2020
SAP's Climate 21 program sets sights on global sustainability
At SAP Sapphire Now, SAP unveiled Climate 21, a program designed to make the intelligent enterprise more sustainable. Continue Reading