Cloud-based ERP systems

While many vendors tout the hype around cloud-based ERP systems, companies must cautiously approach these setups with a long-term vision that includes ROI and performance concerns. Research how your company fits into the cloud ERP market with stories that compare the various technologies, features and options available for systems that are hosted over the internet.

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News 27 Jan 2022
Infor: Marketplace will drive ERP industry functionality

At Inforum 2022, Infor touted its Infor Marketplace as complementing and furthering the industry functionality of its CloudSuite ERP products. Continue Reading
News 26 Jan 2022
Acumatica execs talk up ERP industry specificity

Acumatica highlighted customer stories of digital transformation, the vendor's industry-focused acquisitions and its commitment to sustainability at Acumatica Summit 2022. Continue Reading

Feature 10 Jan 2022

Experts predict flexibility as a top ERP trend in 2022

In the year ahead, industry experts expect the ERP market to be less monolithic and more industry-specific. Continue Reading
News 05 Jan 2022

Composable ERP may break up monolithic systems

In this Q&A, Unit4's Claus Jepsen calls cloud-based composable ERPs, which enable companies to pick and choose the applications and vendors they want, the future. Continue Reading
Feature 14 Dec 2021

8 ERP security best practices to implement now

As many employees continue to work from home, ERP security is more important than ever. Learn some best practices to get started protecting your system. Continue Reading
News 30 Nov 2021

Syspro focuses on hybrid ERP to fuel growth

In this Q&A, Syspro's Scott Hebert explains why the company is walking the line between pure cloud and on-premises ERP for its manufacturing and distribution customer base. Continue Reading
Podcast 16 Nov 2021

Unit4 CEO Mike Ettling on people-centric, HCM-inflected ERP

Unit4 CEO Mike Ettling discusses the midmarket vendor's evolution to multi-tenant SaaS ERP and the "people experience" of ERP for service industries. Continue Reading
Feature 29 Oct 2021

General-purpose security doesn't go far enough for ERP

Organizations need to pay more attention to security as ERP systems move to the cloud, are opened up to other applications and services and face an uptick in cyber attacks. Continue Reading
Podcast 13 Oct 2021

Workday ERP claims hold up despite inroads by SAP, Oracle

TechTarget editors discuss where Workday stands 16 years after popularizing SaaS HCM and whether it can continue to thwart the cloud ERP ambitions of Oracle and SAP. Continue Reading
Feature 08 Oct 2021

Top ERP systems need ability to deliver as well as tech

Panorama Consulting Group's '2022 Top 10 ERP Systems' report focuses on function set, technology, usability and ability to deliver on implementation, support and services. Continue Reading
News 30 Sep 2021

The future of Epicor ERP is cloud

In this Q&A, Epicor's Himanshu Palsule discusses how the vendor has embraced the cloud, its strategy to expand its product portfolio and its push to broaden its global presence. Continue Reading
Feature 22 Sep 2021

ERP digital transformation can fail due to hidden cloud costs

In this Q&A, Asim Razzaq, CEO of Yotascale, explains why the hidden costs of moving enterprise systems like ERP from on-premises infrastructures to the cloud can cause trouble. Continue Reading
Feature 21 Sep 2021

Epicor ERP sheds stodgy image in cloud makeover

At Epicor Analyst Day, Epicor customers described how the company has transformed into a cloud-first industry-focused ERP company, while still supporting on-premises deployments. Continue Reading
Feature 16 Sep 2021

Understand cloud ERP project team duties

Assembling an ERP project team is a challenging task, so every group should fill particular jobs. Here are the project team duties every cloud ERP implementation should include. Continue Reading
Feature 15 Sep 2021

Learn effective cloud ERP implementation methodology

Each cloud ERP implementation methodology has its pros and cons. Learn more about each strategy and decide which is best suited for your organization. Continue Reading
News 13 Sep 2021

ECI Software Solutions adds process ERP firm Deacom to roster

ECI Software Solutions expands its ERP product roster with the acquisition of Deacom, which produces ERP applications for process and batch manufacturers. Continue Reading
Feature 08 Sep 2021

6 cloud ERP implementation challenges and how to solve them

Addressing risks early and closely monitoring the cloud ERP implementation process can help avoid problems down the road. Learn about some of the most common challenges. Continue Reading
Feature 31 Aug 2021

Can't-miss expert advice on researching ERP vendors

The ERP sales and marketing messaging can obscure issues around cloud maturity and other important information. Use this expert advice to start cutting through the hype. Continue Reading
Feature 27 Aug 2021

ERP cloud migration can be boosted by HCM integration

In this Q&A, Pritam Dutta of ArcLight Consulting explains why some ERP cloud migrations run into trouble, and how integrating HCM systems can aid migration and improve processes. Continue Reading
Feature 29 Jul 2021

12 cloud ERP data migration best practices

Data migration is a key component of a successful cloud ERP implementation. Learn what best practices -- such as data mapping and deciding on migration parameters -- you'll need. Continue Reading
Feature 28 Jul 2021

8 tips for a successful cloud ERP project plan

Although the cloud can bring many benefits, migrating to cloud ERP is not without its challenges. Here are the top eight project tips for a smooth transition. Continue Reading
News 22 Jul 2021

Acumatica Summit focuses on cloud ERP and growth

Acumatica touted growth and new integrations with Adobe and Microsoft at its annual summit. Analysts like the ERP vendor's innovations and customer-centric approach. Continue Reading
News 30 Jun 2021

Epicor ups its cloud ERP game with Kinetic rebrand

If you build a cloud-native ERP, customers will come. That's the thinking behind rebranding Epicor ERP 10 as Epicor Kinetic, a multi-tenant SaaS ERP. Continue Reading
Feature 13 May 2021

8 benefits of SaaS ERP

Learn about the benefits of using SaaS ERP software, including lower infrastructure costs, as well as some possible drawbacks, including possible data breaches. Continue Reading
Feature 04 May 2021

Should you move to SaaS ERP? Top factors to consider

Although SaaS ERP holds the promise of agility for many companies, understanding the nuances of migration is critical. Here are six areas to consider. Continue Reading
News 29 Apr 2021

Acumatica ERP upgrade built around customer needs

Acumatica 2021 R1, the latest version of the SaaS ERP, includes CRM and industry-specific enhancements inspired by close customer engagement. Continue Reading
News 23 Apr 2021

SAP earnings strong for Q1, Oracle claims dismissed

SAP results in Q1 2021 were strong, led by a growth in cloud revenue and the growth of the customer base for SAP S/4HANA. However, there are weaknesses in the Intelligent Spend unit. Continue Reading
News 11 Mar 2021

IFS Cloud focuses on simplicity for customers

IFS Cloud integrates all IFS enterprise products under a single user interface and unified data model, enabling customers to implement and get value faster. Continue Reading
Feature 03 Mar 2021

Epicor Software applications make transition to SaaS

In this Q&A, Epicor CEO Steve Murphy discusses how the ERP vendor is moving its products from on premises to a SaaS model but gives customers the choice on when to migrate. Continue Reading
Podcast 25 Feb 2021

SAP cloud migration effort enters new, accelerated phase

With strong cloud growth already on the books and the new Rise program enticing customers to S/4HANA Cloud, 2021 could be the year SAP finally breaks from its on-premises past. Continue Reading
Feature 14 Jan 2021

ERP alternatives poised to take the stage in 2021

The momentum for companies to adopt cloud-first and industry-specific ERP systems has created an opening for alternative ERP companies. Continue Reading
Feature 13 Jan 2021

IFS Field Service Management software: Overview, pros, cons

IFS FSM software is meant to manage field staff and assets. Learn about its advantages and disadvantages and whether your company should put it on a vendor shortlist. Continue Reading
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
Feature 14 Dec 2020

Cloud ERP vs. on-premises ERP: 10 key differences

Understanding the differences between on-premises ERP and cloud ERP, especially multi-tenant SaaS, is critical in buying decisions. Here's how they compare in 10 important areas. Continue Reading
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
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
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
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
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
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
News 23 Sep 2020

Managers share corporate pandemic strategies

At last week's ERP conference Inforum 2020, managers talked about their pandemic strategies, lessons learned and how COVID-19 may change the way their firms operate going forward. Continue Reading
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
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
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
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
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
Feature 12 Jun 2020

Epicor Eclipse distribution ERP helps Yesco through COVID-19

Yesco Electrical Supply is using new features in its Epicor Eclipse ERP system to transform some processes and make it easier to deal with changes caused by COVID-19 disruption. Continue Reading
Feature 02 Jun 2020

ERP implementation projects need not stop during crisis

In this Q&A, Unit4's Andy Brockhoff discusses the COVID-19 crisis and why organizations may find it a good time to keep going with ERP modernization projects. Continue Reading
News 29 May 2020

Cloud-based ERP rollout benefits from remote work

Vertical Aerospace launched a cloud-based ERP project at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The shift to remote work turned out to help -- not hurt -- the project. Continue Reading
Feature 13 May 2020

Managed cloud ERP services keep businesses afloat in crisis

In this Q&A, Ryan Etinson of Syntax discusses why companies that use a managed cloud services provider for their ERP systems don't have to worry about system stability. Continue Reading
Feature 06 May 2020

Cloud-based ERP keeps SMBs running during pandemic

Many SMBs have found that moving to cloud-based ERP systems has helped keep the lights on by allowing employees to access enterprise applications from home. Continue Reading
Feature 04 May 2020

How to renegotiate your ERP contract during a pandemic

ERP consultant Marcus Harris provides advice on renegotiating ERP contracts when the scopes of ERP implementation projects change due to the COVID-19 crisis. Continue Reading
Feature 01 May 2020

ERP implementation challenges grow in COVID-19 crisis

ERP implementation experts Marcus Harris and Daniel Saeedi tell how organizations can manage ERP project disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic crisis. Continue Reading
Feature 14 Apr 2020

SaaS ERP vs. cloud ERP: What's the difference?

SaaS ERP and cloud ERP represent two types of software systems that share some similarities. Learn what they have in common and how they are different. Continue Reading
Tip 14 Apr 2020

COVID-19 remote work security: 5 ways to boost cybersecurity

HR leaders and their teams have an important role to serve in enterprise information security. Here are five ways they can help mitigate cyberthreats and provide user education. Continue Reading
Feature 10 Apr 2020

ERP security issues with working remotely during COVID-19 outbreak

Keeping the organization's enterprise systems safe is everyone's job -- from top leadership on down. Now that the coronavirus has millions homebound, that's never been more important. Continue Reading
News 26 Mar 2020

Priority Software mobile apps open ERP systems

Priority Software's mobile apps and Mobile App Generator improve access to its ERP systems and improve productivity for processes like inventory management and sales operations. Continue Reading
News 23 Mar 2020

Pandemic will delay, cancel ERP deployments and test vendors

The pandemic will challenge ERP deployments in some unique ways. Travel restrictions are shutting down access to the people needed to plan and implement projects, and remote working may create a hurdle. Continue Reading
News 19 Feb 2020

Panorama ERP report shows continued satisfaction

Panorama Consulting Group's 2020 ERP report finds that satisfaction with ERP remains high and the cloud is now the main deployment choice. Continue Reading
Feature 13 Feb 2020

Take care of ERP data security when moving to the cloud

In this Q&A, ERP data security expert Greg Wendt of Appsian discusses data security needs to be addressed by organizations as they move ERP systems to the cloud. Continue Reading
Answer 12 Feb 2020

What are the benefits of cloud ERP?

More and more businesses have turned to cloud technologies, even when it comes to their ERP systems. Here's a look at the many benefits cloud ERP systems offer. Continue Reading
News 11 Feb 2020

Solid growth helps IFS ERP take aim at top-tier vendors

Solid growth for 2019 may help IFS take on SAP and other top-tier ERP vendors, but it faces the same problems in moving customers to innovative cloud-based systems. Continue Reading
Feature 10 Feb 2020

What it takes to create ERP integration strategy success

Companies are using more standalone systems, yet users are demanding better technology experiences. Bridging this chasm requires a solid integration strategy. Continue Reading
News 05 Feb 2020

Analysts see Infor-Koch combo boosting ERP vendor

ERP vendor Infor will soon be a subsidiary of Koch Industries, a $110 billion multinational firm. Continue Reading
News 30 Jan 2020

Acumatica cloud ERP tightens focus on SMB market

At Acumatica Summit 2020, the cloud-based ERP company announced new manufacturing features, a new Payroll module and a new acquisition of JAAS Systems. Continue Reading
Feature 14 Jan 2020

SAP competitors see openings with S/4HANA qualms

SAP customers may consider other ERP vendors as the clock speeds up for the 2025 support end for ECC, but some observers believe a move to another vendor may be just as difficult. Continue Reading
Feature 19 Dec 2019

The top ERP trends for 2020 and beyond

The cloud is the seedbed of the new technologies affecting ERP, including AI and IoT. It could soon lead to autonomous software that takes over many everyday business processes. Continue Reading
Feature 19 Dec 2019

Mega-suites, cloud shape 20 years of ERP history

Big suites from SAP and Oracle showed how ERP could run an entire business. The same complexity that led to lawsuits and cost overruns now makes the move to cloud challenging. Continue Reading
News 06 Nov 2019

With Scout, Workday acquisition strategy takes shape

Workday's planned acquisition of Scout RFP, a sourcing and procurement platform, says one thing to analysts: It is pushing to become a full-service ERP vendor. Continue Reading
News 29 Oct 2019

Epicor cloud, on-premises ERP get equal treatment

Epicor upgraded its platform, and the improvements are available to both cloud and on-premises ERP users. The upgrade takes advantage of Microsoft Azure technologies. Continue Reading
News 25 Oct 2019

Unit4 ERP software aims to prioritize people experience

Unit4 promises to deliver features including the ability to self-drive, automate repetitive administrative tasks, integrate third-party applications and add customer extensions. Continue Reading
News 24 Oct 2019

New small business ERP delivers SAP Business One alternative

SMBs in search of an affordable ERP app can look to Priority Zoom a cloud-based platform designed to help small and medium-sized businesses manage each phase of the sales cycle. Continue Reading
News 23 Oct 2019

SAP's McDermott joins ServiceNow to push enterprise growth

SAP's Bill McDermott will take over as ServiceNow CEO, replacing John Donahoe, in a move that analysts say could take the fast-growing ITSM vendor in new product directions. Continue Reading
News 18 Oct 2019

Acumatica cloud ERP, IFS systems fit together well

Acumatica and IFS share a similar manufacturing ERP industry focus but target different markets. In this Q&A, Acumatica CEO Jon Roskill explains how the vendors are working to integrate systems and services. Continue Reading
News 10 Oct 2019

AWS ups the ante to win SAP cloud ERP workloads

New AWS high-memory instances geared for SAP ERP implementations reflect an ongoing push by hyperscalers for these lucrative workloads. But many SAP customers are early in their move to the cloud. Continue Reading
News 03 Oct 2019

Infor positions CloudSuite ERP as alternative to S/4HANA

Infor's Rod Johnson, general manager and head of Americas, said the company is focused on two things: getting its customers to the cloud faster and helping its customers get more value out of their investments. Continue Reading
Conference Coverage 01 Oct 2019

Oracle OpenWorld 2019 coverage: Oracle seeks loftier cloud perch

This guide covers technology developments and other news from the Oracle OpenWorld 2019 conference, plus key trends for Oracle cloud, database and application users. Continue Reading
News 26 Sep 2019

Inforum 2019 focuses on ease of deployment and intelligent ERP

Infor talked up AI, machine learning and embedded RPA as intelligent tools that will help make ERP projects more successful. But do customers need features like these? Continue Reading
Podcast 25 Sep 2019

How big of an advantage is Oracle autonomous technology?

Oracle continues to spread machine learning 'autonomous' software throughout its infrastructure and application offerings. But is it as revolutionary as Oracle claims? Continue Reading
News 25 Sep 2019

At Inforum 2019, Infor takes aim at SAP

Infor wants to take SAP head-on. At Inforum 2019, Infor executives described SAP's push to migrate customers to SAP S/4HANA by 2025 as an opportunity to do just that. Continue Reading
Feature 20 Sep 2019

Oracle strengthens autonomous cloud positioning

Oracle announced a host of new features for EPM, ERP and HCM clouds, including machine learning OCR and new jobs for the Oracle bot, and a new UX. Continue Reading
News 22 Aug 2019

Shakeup in the Infor leadership tree

Charles Phillips moved from Infor CEO to become chairman of the board of directors. He has been replaced by CFO Kevin Samuelson. Analysts believe recent revenue results may be behind the moves. Continue Reading
News 12 Aug 2019

Cloud is driving force behind 2019 ERP industry trends

Interest in deploying ERP systems to the cloud continued to increase in 2019, but deployments may be slowed by misunderstanding and uncertainty about vendor roadmaps and costs. Continue Reading
News 12 Aug 2019

Liberty Steel forges future growth with Infor

Steelmaker is using cloud-delivered software from Infor to stoke its growth, replacing SAP systems provided by its former parent, Tata Steel Europe Continue Reading
News 06 Aug 2019

Aysling launches new vendor management software

Vendor Management is a cloud-based software designed to help businesses manage their vendors and vendors' employees. It lets users track payments, store files, see invoices and more. Continue Reading
Feature 30 Jul 2019

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
Feature 25 Jul 2019

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
News 24 Jul 2019

Beer maker brews up cloud alternative with Dell EMC VxRail

With breweries in Colorado and North Carolina, New Belgium Brewing Co. moved shared production apps from cloud to local cluster of Dell EMC hyper-converged infrastructure. Continue Reading
Guide 01 Jul 2019

Digital finance technologies at epicenter of CFO transformations

Technologies like AI, analytics, bots, big data and blockchain could transform the finance function into a valued strategic partner for companywide digital transformation. Continue Reading
News 20 Jun 2019

ERP vendor IFS makes a near-merger with Acumatica

EQT Partners, which owns ERP vendor IFS, has acquired Acumatica, another ERP vendor. Both firms will be working together, sharing leadership and expertise in hope of each broadening market share. Continue Reading
News 30 May 2019

ERP vendors get high marks in Panorama report

A substantial majority of ERP customers are satisfied with their ERP vendors, according to a new report from Panorama Consulting. But whether they're realizing the benefits of ERP implementations remains unclear. Continue Reading
Feature 29 May 2019

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
News 15 May 2019

Sage cloud ERP services add production management module

Sage has released the Production Management module for its cloud-connected ERP Sage 100cloud. The new module is designed to give users visibility into the production process. Continue Reading
News 03 May 2019

ERP upgrade sought job efficiency, not job loss

Protecting jobs, not replacing people with automation, was an ERP system upgrade requirement by the Industries for the Blind and Visually Impaired. It wanted efficiency without job loss. Continue Reading
News 15 Apr 2019

Del Monte Foods makes SAP ERP migration to AWS

Thanks to an acquisition, Del Monte Foods' IT had both on-premises and hosted systems, which proved costly and inflexible. It has since moved its IT systems to AWS. Continue Reading
Feature 04 Apr 2019

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
News 04 Apr 2019

Oracle promises NetSuite performance gains at SuiteWorld

NetSuite customers will get a lot of the same tech that Oracle customers on other platforms are getting. This includes Oracle Autonomous Database and its Oracle Cloud Infrastructure service. Continue Reading
Feature 01 Apr 2019

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
News 29 Mar 2019

Sabre outage puts its 99.995% uptime goal in question

An airline reservation system outage created long lines for travelers and raised questions about whether Sabre's uptime goals are achievable. They may not be. Continue Reading
News 21 Mar 2019

Oracle makes its ERP financials smarter -- and talkative

At its user conference in Las Vegas, Oracle demonstrated how voice can now be used to conduct complex business actions, including financial ERP transactions. Continue Reading
News 05 Mar 2019

5 ERP trends the C-suite should keep an eye on

ERP has been around for decades, but technology development is not stagnant. Here are some of the biggest ERP trends taking shape in 2019. Continue Reading
Feature 29 Jan 2019

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