ERP products and vendors
Whether you're considering an ERP software system upgrade or an entirely new system, understanding the software market is critical. Read guides and tips on choosing among vendors and types of products, such as cloud and on-premises ERP, and get the latest news on releases from vendors such as Microsoft, SAP and Infor.
Top Stories
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News
22 May 2026
Disrupted by AI, SAP grapples with exposing its ERP data
Customers enticed by third-party AI apps might go elsewhere for ERP if SAP doesn't foster a healthy partner ecosystem that can access the wealth of data stored in its platforms. Continue Reading
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News
13 May 2026
The AI technology behind SAP's Autonomous Enterprise pitch
Product management VP Richard Grandpierre explains Joule Work, RPT-1 upgrades, deployment options and what giving AI to on-premises customers means for the 2027 S/4HANA deadline. Continue Reading
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Answer
12 Jun 2014
Should the CFO sit at the top of the IT reporting structure?
Approximately half of all IT departments roll up to the finance department. Discover how to determine if a hierarchy shakeup is in order. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
02 Apr 2014
Buying ERP: Top 10 midmarket ERP systems
This buyer's guide provides a rundown of the top 10 midmarket ERP systems out there today. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Dec 2013
Updates of cloud-based applications not as automatic as they may seem
According to experts, some of the onus still falls on users to update cloud-based applications, despite vendor promises of automatic upgrades. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Dec 2013
Budgeting process case studies demonstrate how to keep it simple
Barry Wilderman analyzes two budgeting case studies and breaks down their differences and similarities. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Nov 2013
Budgeting software vs. Excel: Which one meets your organization's needs?
To make your decision easier, read expert Barry Wilderman's explanation of the pros and cons of each, plus cloud considerations. Continue Reading
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Tip
03 Oct 2013
Which budget technique is right for your organization?
Budgeting is not one size fits all. The size of your organization may determine which technique fit bests. Try these techniques on for size. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
31 Jul 2013
What is IT's role in the order to cash cycle?
The order to cash cycle is an important business process with numerous steps. It's vital for IT to know the system and choose the right software. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Jul 2013
Using the cloud for rapid deployment of FP&A technology
Steve Player explains five key advantages to using cloud applications in financial planning and analysis and dispels two common objections. Continue Reading
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Opinion
28 Nov 2012
Why integrated business planning is relevant -- and how to automate it
ERP systems and CPM software already provide some of the best tools for automating IBP. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Nov 2012
Budgeting and forecasting software rescues firm from 'spreadsheet hell'
Adaptive Planning's SaaS budgeting, planning and forecasting tools cater to NPD Group's global needs in a way that Excel couldn't. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Sep 2012
Six data privacy questions to ask SaaS financial software vendors
The answers to these questions can help CFOs shake data privacy fears and feel more confident about moving financials to the cloud. Continue Reading