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• Supply chain digital transformation demands new skills

  Madhav Durbha's take on the evolving supply chain landscape includes a warning: Organizations will need to address the growing skills gap it is creating.  Continue Reading

• IoT and augmented reality in manufacturing show promise

  Manufacturers such as Howden and Volvo are using AR and IoT applications built on PTC ThingWorx and Vuforia technology to optimize operations and improve asset management.  Continue Reading

• Host Analytics FP&A software aids Digital Realty decision-making

  Digital Realty digitized financial planning and analysis to enable data-driven decisions. Here's a look at how that has enabled growth for the $3 billion business.  Continue Reading

• Discover the core ERP system components

  Discover core ERP systems components, as well as the benefits and challenges of implementing ERP in your organization.  Continue Reading

• Interest in industrial augmented reality grows

  The augmented reality market is gaining traction in the manufacturing sector. Learn how the market has grown and why AR might improve operations and training.  Continue Reading

• 7 steps to implementing blockchain in the supply chain

  If your organization believes blockchain will bring greater visibility to the supply chain, first understand the critical steps needed to enable a successful implementation.  Continue Reading

• 5 potential benefits of blockchain in supply chain logistics

  Blockchain is poised to disrupt a number of industries -- including logistics. Here's how the technology might help get products into the hands of customers more efficiently.  Continue Reading

• TraceLink Network delivers digital supply chain visibility

  Drug manufacturers can collaborate with customers, suppliers and contract manufacturers on the TraceLink Network, and build applications on the new TraceLink Digital Network Platform.  Continue Reading

• 8 features all enterprise SaaS applications must have

  Slick UIs and fast setup make great first impressions, but enterprise managers know they're the tip of the iceberg. SaaS features like interoperability are the real foundation.  Continue Reading

• IFS, Acumatica take aim at top-tier ERP vendors -- together

  IFS and Acumatica now share the same corporate ownership with EQT Partners, which creates the potential for the two ERP companies to collaborate on technology and business resources.  Continue Reading

• How blockchain energy consumption affects supply chains

  Blockchain's use of energy is proving to be a problem in supply chains, but why? Experts are diving into the issue and providing insight on two key factors: computation and speed.  Continue Reading

• Beta tester imagines financial modeling software future

  The Seattle Sounders FC's finance department is testing new anomaly detection capabilities in Adaptive Insights, but it also wants to see external data used to probe anomalies.  Continue Reading

• Integrated platform supports digital finance transformation

  Integrating digital technology is a challenging step in transforming financial operations. Investment firm The Carlyle Group turned to a CPM platform to help achieve its goals.  Continue Reading

• MRPeasy software helps growing cannabis business

  Here's how cannabis products manufacturer Papa & Barkley uses cloud-based MRP software from MRPeasy to manage its production and inventory processes in a highly regulated industry.  Continue Reading

• Screen maker uses financial analytics to foresee future

  Polydeck Screen Corp., a company that provides screen media solutions, adopts cloud-based management software that enables it better access to financial data.  Continue Reading

• Celonis co-CEO on impact of digital transformation on jobs

  Digital transformation will lead to changes in the workforce, as companies adopt new business processes. Employees must be ready to adapt, according to Celonis co-CEO Alex Rinke.  Continue Reading

• How to overcome digital transformation in finance challenges

  Companies like Bishop-Wisecarver and Convergint are facing challenges with employees and data while digitally transforming finance, but they're also discussing how to overcome them.  Continue Reading

• ERP reporting tool brings real estate firm closer to its data

  Spreadsheet Server from Insightsoftware saves a real estate management firm time creating reports from its operational ERP system data and improving reporting processes.  Continue Reading

• IT and staffing strategies for CFOs in digital finance

  For a successful digital transformation in finance, CFOs need IT staff support to select and implement the right technology and advanced analytical and data training for employees.  Continue Reading

• How AI in the workplace is changing ERP systems

  As AI becomes more embedded in workplace processes and bots, it will learn on the job and eventually become more independent, leading to more autonomous ERP systems.  Continue Reading

• Make better business decisions with financial analytics

  Find out why finance is beginning to shift its emphasis on advanced and predictive analytics and the capability to use big data to support future business decisions.  Continue Reading

• Benefits and challenges of blockchain food supply chain growth

  Using blockchain in the food supply chain may improve consumer safety, but experts say reluctance from suppliers and a lack of viable use cases are preventing widespread adoption.  Continue Reading

• Blockchain food supply chain growth depends on clean data

  Traceability to ensure freshness, safety and compliance is an obvious benefit of blockchain in the food supply chain, but it won't happen without solving data acquisition issues.  Continue Reading

• The benefits of implementing RPA in finance

  Now is the chance to begin transforming your company's finance department by implementing RPA, which can automate the tedious, manual tasks that are keeping it from evolving.  Continue Reading

• A deep dive into Oracle Adaptive Intelligent Apps

  Oracle Vice President Melissa Boxer provides details on how Oracle Adaptive Intelligent Applications take 'repetitive and mundane' ERP and supply chain tasks off people's hands.  Continue Reading

• Advanced 3D printing machines on display at Rapid + TCT

  While there won't be a 3D printer in every home any time soon, here's a look at three machines that were on display at the Rapid + TCT 3D printing industry tradeshow and are having an effect on manufacturing.  Continue Reading

• CFOs could benefit from digital technologies in finance

  Find out why emerging digital technologies like chatbots, blockchain, AI and machine learning are not only beneficial to finance, but can also serve as useful tools for the CFO.  Continue Reading

• What does digital transformation in finance really mean?

  Digital technology can transform finance processes and create better data to drive revenue and customer satisfaction. So what's holding back digital transformation?  Continue Reading

• Challenges slow the union between blockchain and ERP

  Rather than technical challenges, building the business networks and hammering out governance and rules of engagement are the toughest hurdles to blockchain-enabled ERP.  Continue Reading

• Vendors step up efforts to marry blockchain and ERP

  Companies are working on enabling their ERP platforms to support the distributed ledger technology, along with courting partners and consortiums to create industry-specific solutions.  Continue Reading

• ERP and blockchain work together for complex, multiparty transactions

  Blockchain -- the immutable, distributed ledger technology -- is well on its way to strengthening the multiparty transactions that fuel complex supply chain networks.  Continue Reading

• To avoid ERP implementation failure, start with clearly defined requirements

  Companies can avoid litigation caused by unsuccessful ERP implementations by defining requirements at the start of a project, according to ERP consultant Brooks Hilliard.  Continue Reading

• 10 blockchain problems supply chains need to look out for

  Blockchain is proving to be useful in the supply chain, but without a strong understanding of it and a viable use case, your organization can run into several problems along the way.  Continue Reading

• 7 supply chain management key terms you need to know

  Consumers are demanding greater visibility, but how do you give it them? We're starting with a list of supply chain management basic terms that you should be aware of.  Continue Reading

• SaaS enterprise financial applications inspire one platform

  Single cloud integration platforms are among the options, from simple to complex, for hooking up multiple business processes like HR, CRM and supply chains with SaaS financials.  Continue Reading

• ERP alternatives are small but powerful systems for SMB manufacturers

  Small manufacturers that want full-functioning ERP systems don't have to go to the major vendors, as smaller ERP companies offer cost-effective systems and more personal service.  Continue Reading

• Deacom ERP helps process manufacturer pump up the volume

  California Custom Fruits and Flavors chose to implement a process manufacturing-oriented ERP tool from Deacom over industry heavyweights like SAP, Oracle and Microsoft. Here's why.  Continue Reading

• 7 critical ERP digital transformation questions CIOs must answer

  We've compiled a list of key questions you must ask before embarking on a digital transformation of ERP to ensure that it's aligned with your company's business goals.  Continue Reading

• Integrating business processes with SaaS financial applications

  Organizations should consider integrating business processes, such as HR and supply chain, with SaaS financial applications to attain better business alignment and better results.  Continue Reading

• New ERP skills needed to staff today's cloud systems

  Manufacturers need to cultivate a new class of generalists who have expertise across technology and functional domains, including change management and collaboration.  Continue Reading

• Words to go: Industry 4.0 basics

  We've compiled a list of the key terms used to describe the fourth industrial revolution, as well as some of the technologies that are driving the vision forward.  Continue Reading

• What's next for ServiceMax's service execution management suite?

  ServiceMax is no longer in GE Digital. But its relationship with Predix will continue, and there are new opportunities to integrate with other IIoT platforms, according to CEO Scott Berg.  Continue Reading

• Finding the right ERP consultants is key to project success

  With ERP implementations, choosing the right or wrong project consultants can be the difference between success and failure, so experts agree that you should choose wisely.  Continue Reading

• Cummins and Noble Plastics see factory of the future vision

  When it comes to manufacturing, Cummins and Noble Plastics are embracing technological innovation. But with new technologies come new challenges.  Continue Reading

• How to obtain the skills needed in a smart factory

  As factories continue to evolve with the use of innovative technologies, manufacturers must ensure that their workers are evolving right along with them.  Continue Reading

• Tips for preventing supply chain attacks

  Defining your company's security requirements and having a cyber-risk management program to evaluate third-party services can reduce the risk of attacks on supply chain software.  Continue Reading

• Predix platform may benefit from GE Digital spinoff

  The spinoff of GE Digital and the sale of ServiceMax have left the future of the Predix platform hazy and underscores the difficulty of digital transformation.  Continue Reading

• How to mitigate risks caused by supply chain software

  Performing penetration testing and engaging in red teaming are two ways companies can identify and evaluate cybersecurity risks to the software they use to manage supply chains.  Continue Reading

• ERP skills gap may open with moves to the cloud

  Organizations must decide between using internal experts or outside consultants as they implement ERP systems. Experts say a combination of both may be the best option.  Continue Reading

• Supply chain software poses security risks

  Poor internal security procedures and a lack of compliance protocols -- especially for small suppliers -- can introduce cybersecurity threats into global supply chains.  Continue Reading

• Smart manufacturing technologies enable digital transformation

  Manufacturers are increasingly implementing smart factories to improve efficiency and productivity. But companies need to plan well before adopting new systems.  Continue Reading

• Smart factory may hinge on identifying needed skills

  One expert says flexibility is more important than specific skills. But tell that to the manufacturer that needed a full stack developer and Oracle database architect.  Continue Reading

• Oracle ERP Cloud forced Cetera Financial to rethink ways

  Some users resisted Oracle SaaS platforms for ERP, EPM and HCM but came around to single entry point, modern tools for planning and budgeting, and familiar, Excel-based UIs.  Continue Reading

• Keys to mastering the 5 main SaaS ERP subscription models

  Realizing the SaaS promise of cheaper, more flexible and scalable ERP is only possible if you know how to keep usage-based, per-user and other common pricing schemes straight.  Continue Reading

• Discover the best cloud ERP software for your company

  Explore the leading cloud ERP software and vendors currently on the market to make this complex decision-making process just a little bit easier.  Continue Reading

• Smart manufacturing technology can leave old systems behind

  Smart technology like IIoT is changing the way manufacturers operate, but they face issues with older unconnected systems. Should they rip and replace or retrofit the stranded assets?  Continue Reading

• Cloud ERP system selection: How to evaluate your company needs

  This article can help you evaluate your business needs and make sure you're getting the right cloud ERP system for your organization.  Continue Reading

• Oracle Autonomous Data Warehouse aiding analytics developers

  Early adopters of Oracle's new AI-based, partly self-managing data warehouse say it can free up time to develop value-adding enterprise applications, workflows and analytics.  Continue Reading

• GE and others head to factory of the future vision with Oracle

  Four manufacturing companies explain how Oracle IoT technology has helped them move forward with Industry 4.0 pursuits, including cloud ERP and industrial IoT.  Continue Reading

• Oracle cloud migration: Vendor's own saga has familiar ring

  Oracle's effort to move from on-premises E-Business Suite to Oracle ERP and HCM Cloud faced integration and change-management challenges. Analytics and order management are next.  Continue Reading

• Cloud bound: Does your business need a cloud ERP system?

  There are several factors -- including business size and cost -- that organizations should carefully consider when determining whether a cloud ERP system is the right choice.  Continue Reading

• Oracle Soar cloud migration not for slackers

  In a Q&A, Oracle senior vice president Beth Boettcher details what's involved in meeting Soar's tight schedule. Get ready to leave those ERP customizations behind.  Continue Reading

• Moves to connected manufacturing hindered by stranded assets

  Stranded assets in manufacturing facilities can lead to inefficiencies and can hinder companies from moving to smart factories and taking advantage of fully connected systems.  Continue Reading

• Choosing cloud ERP vendors: Know what you need before going in

  Before deciding which cloud ERP vendors and cloud ERP software to evaluate, it's important for a business to determine its unique business needs and situation.  Continue Reading

• IFS CEO Roos: Legacy ERP system owners want 'time out'

  In a Q&A, Darren Roos, CEO of ERP vendor IFS, discusses the company's growth and how it's poised to challenge industry giants SAP, Oracle and Microsoft over legacy ERP customers.  Continue Reading

• AWS IoT button now a part of ERP processes

  ERP systems are increasingly being connected to more and more things, including the AWS IoT button. This simple button, with the right use case, can streamline some processes.  Continue Reading

• With blockchain asset tracking, Walmart pushes supplier tech adoption

  In requiring its green vegetable suppliers to use blockchain by 2019, Walmart seeks more transparency in the food supply chain. Whether suppliers will push back remains to be seen.  Continue Reading

• Celonis' process mining software helps manufacturer improve efficiency

  Chart Industries uses process mining software from Celonis to make accounts payable and receivable processes more efficient by identifying problems like delays and bottlenecks.  Continue Reading

• The time is right for IoT for manufacturing applications

  IOT technology adoption is growing as it becomes more feasible and delivers useful data. However, manufacturers should resolve issues of security, scalability and data quality.  Continue Reading

• Comparing SAP ERP ROI to Oracle, Microsoft and Infor

  Considering Oracle, Microsoft, Infor or SAP ERP software? We examine these ERP vendors on how well each delivers ERP ROI with their unique implementation methods and strategies.  Continue Reading

• Top 5 inventory management challenges for manufacturers

  Get expert advice on the technologies, best practices and organizational change management needed to master the most common inventory management problems.  Continue Reading

• 7 ways to ensure a successful cloud ERP implementation

  Understand why everything from documenting business processes to managing shadow IT can make or break your ERP implementation. Here's what you should know.  Continue Reading

• Data dominance the prize in Salesforce ERP integration moves

  Following the MuleSoft acquisition in March, the Dreamforce conference reinforces the cloud CRM leader's ambition to become the front end to enterprise data.  Continue Reading

• Why some manufacturers stick with on-premises vs. cloud ERP

  Cloud ERP is key in digital manufacturing, but it's not a fit for all companies, especially those with heavy customization needs or the need to maintain control over upgrades.  Continue Reading

• Software bots start taking over finance work in Arizona

  Software bots are being used in Arizona to help with some routine finance operations. These systems follow scripts to complete repetitive work, freeing employees for other work.  Continue Reading

• The benefits and drawbacks of cloud ERP systems for healthcare

  Is moving to cloud ERP good for your healthcare organizations? Experts tackle just that question and weigh in on issues such as security and compliance.  Continue Reading

• Postmodern ERP strategy hinges on data integration

  Analysts walk you through the data integration strategies behind a postmodern ERP approach, while a semiconductor company explains how it undertook this type of project.  Continue Reading

• Resistance to all-in cloud ERP systems is large

  For many enterprises, ERP and HCM deployments may take the path of hybrid deployments, a trend that is supported by Hewlett Packard Enterprise's quarterly earnings results.  Continue Reading

• Postmodern ERP countered by continued appeal of single suite

  The loosely coupled enterprise applications that Gartner predicted may indeed be here, but integration and data integrity challenges make them inferior to monolithic ERP for some.  Continue Reading

• SaaS ERP systems can include hidden costs

  Cloud hype tells us that SaaS ERP systems are less expensive to run than on-premises systems, but experts warn of hidden costs that you have to account for before moving to the cloud.  Continue Reading

• Q&A: Brittain Ladd on digital supply chain transformation

  Brittain Ladd of Genpact tells why organizations need to transform their supply chains with machine learning and analytics to mitigate disruptions and compete more effectively.  Continue Reading

• Industrial IoT application boosts machine utilization

  Metal parts maker uses MachineMetrics analytics cloud to spot underused equipment, help machinists squeeze out more production and monitor their own efficiency.  Continue Reading

• Supply chain blockchain is quickly taking hold

  The pieces needed to create supply chain blockchain networks are emerging. But blockchain won't fix all the problems that supply chains face, such as theft and data accuracy.  Continue Reading

• SMB reaps rewards of migrating QAD ERP system to the cloud

  Moog's medical devices group moved its on-premises ERP system to the cloud, resulting in more reliable operation and a redirected IT focus on adding business value to the entire group.  Continue Reading

• SMBs see vertical ERP technology vendors meeting specialty needs

  The industry-specific ERP market is thriving, which is good news for SMBs looking to cost-effectively maintain their existing ERP systems with immediate specialty feature upgrades.  Continue Reading

• Pressures mount on SMBs to modernize aging ERP processes

  To upgrade or replace their old and cranky ERP systems, SMBs must consider several options, and the cloud figures prominently. But the final decision is seen shifting away from IT.  Continue Reading

• Fueled by SaaS, ERP for SMBs soars into the cloud

  SaaS is making ERP accessible to more small organizations, but is there a downside? Industry insiders weigh in on the ROI of SaaS vs. on-premises and hybrid ERP.  Continue Reading

• How to make the single-tenant vs. multi-tenant cloud ERP choice

  Choosing between single-tenant and multi-tenant cloud requires understanding what each offers and which factors are most important for your organization. Here's a look.  Continue Reading

• Cloud ERP systems complicate deployment options

  The cloud has increased the options for running ERP systems, but also the complications. Companies should consider their business needs before selecting a deployment option.  Continue Reading

• Get to Industry 4.0 with a smart factory roadmap

  Creating a smart factory needn't require starting from scratch. Here's advice on how you can create connectivity with the industrial machines you do have.  Continue Reading

• The future of employee productivity begins in back office

  The technology innovations that increase employee productivity are being supported by ERP systems, and this includes embedded AI technologies.  Continue Reading

• ERP's increasing role in improving employee productivity

  ERP system vendors may be playing a central role in encouraging adoption of advanced technologies. But it may be a hard sell as IT budgets stay lean.  Continue Reading

• PLM platforms evolve for a role in IoT

  Integration with IoT systems can extend the possibilities for PLM platforms, but according to experts, they must first evolve technically to handle the IoT data and processes.  Continue Reading

• Explore enterprise accounting software benefits and products

  Explore enterprise accounting software vendors and products for growing and complex businesses -- products which fill the large gap between full-on ERP and SMB accounting software.  Continue Reading

• Making IoT and PLM systems work together takes cultural change

  Integration with IoT holds promise for extending PLM applications, but experts say there are technical and cultural changes that need to take place for this to work.  Continue Reading

• Supply chain risk mitigation strategies on multiple fronts

  Experts say you can't tackle supply chain risk with a one-size-fits-all approach. It has to address many facets -- and supplier relationships are the key.  Continue Reading

• IoT may throw a lifeline to PLM systems

  PLM systems have functioned mostly in engineering, but now IoT-connected devices are allowing PLM to be more useful across the entire product lifecycle.  Continue Reading

• Dalsin Industries returns to on premises with Epicor ERP system

  Dalsin Industries implemented a Plex cloud ERP system to replace an old Epicor system but moved back to on-premises Epicor when the cloud proved to be inadequate for its needs.  Continue Reading

• Smart manufacturing technology is changing business processes

  The future is here: AI enablement and smart manufacturing technologies are transforming business systems today, according to technology futurist Jack Shaw.  Continue Reading

• Analyst details industrial roles of 3D printing technology

  In this Q&A, Gartner analyst Pete Basiliere discusses how advancements in 3D printing may move beyond prototyping to help improve traditional manufacturing processes.  Continue Reading