August 2020
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Aug 2020
Ontario Automotive Modernization Program Grants for Manufacturing Innovation
When automotive manufacturers or suppliers introduce new lean manufacturing initiatives or technology such as an ERP, SPC, PLM, Quality Management system to your organization’s operations, you can qualify for government funding through the Ontario Automotive Modernization Program (O-AMP). Read along to learn more
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Aug 2020
Sticking With EPICOR Was Always Risky but Now Could Be Riskier
Once a strong contender as a mid-market manufacturing and distribution ERP, Epicor ERP seems to be a sinking ship. The recent news about KKR puling their investment off further validates the challenges ahead for Epicor ERP. Read on to learn about the their challenges and what Epicor ERP prospects need to know
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Aug 2020
Fake Clouds Are Worse Than Fake News - A Comprehensive Review
Buying a fake cloud ERP system could be worse than not considering a cloud ERP system at all. Whether you are inclined towards on-prem or cloud, they both could be great ERP options. However, deploying an on-prem ERP system on cloud, also known as a fake cloud, is highly inefficient. Read along to learn why
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Aug 2020
You Need to Change the Way You Measure Retail Performance
Traditional retail and brand metrics and KPIs are becoming obsolete in today's fast-changing digital retail environment. COVID-19 has not only accelerated this obsolescence. Read more to learn about this change and what retail and e-commerce executives need to do instead.
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Aug 2020
You Are Likely to Forget Scripted ERP Demos After Reading This Article
ERP demos suck. While a scripted ERP demo reduce the transition for ERP buyers, they are not best suited to identify the best ERP software for your business, which is the core purpose of an ERP demo. Read along to understand why and what could your alternatives that help in selecting best ERP system for your industry
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Aug 2020
Why You Should Start Your ERP Project TODAY
Making decision about when to implement an ERP system for your business, especially you are a startup or a SMB manufacturer or distributor, is never easy. Learn why delaying your ERP implementation is not worth it and why you should start your project sooner than later
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Aug 2020
Are You Ready for a New ERP?
If you are unsure of whether you might need a new ERP, reviewing your competitors would be one way to find out. There are several reasons why companies upgrade. E.g. outgrowing their current ERP systems such as QuickBooks, Macola, or Point.Man, read on to learn the reasons when companies upgrade their current ERP
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Aug 2020
Acumatica Changes the Way We Think of ERP Systems
Unlike other business management or ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle, Acumatica is easy. You get the user experience of simpler accounting systems such as QuickBooks while automating your processes end-to-end including inventory, warehouse, and accounting. Read on to learn what makes Acumatica so different.
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Aug 2020
What Are Your Risks of Choosing a Financially Unstable ERP Publisher?
Financial stability of an ERP publisher is critically important for businesses implementing an ERP. Stay with financially stable and profitable ERP publishers such as Infor or Acumatica to avoid any financial implications. Read on to learn about these risks and their implications for you.
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Aug 2020
Find and Solve Production Bottlenecks with the CME Technology Assessment Program (TAP) Grant
Canadian Manufacturers can receive subsidies covering up to 100% to a max of $25K of eligible consulting assessment costs through the CME Technology Assessment Program for evaluation projects such as ERP, MRP, CRM, WMS, SCM, and digital transformation. Read on to learn more.
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Aug 2020
What Does Surveillance Industry Need to Know About ERP?
With the changing customer behavior and business model, legacy simpler ERP systems are no longer enough to support the complex evolving business processes of surveillance and security industry. They need a comprehensive and agile cloud ERP system. Read to learn why.
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Aug 2020
Sticking With an Outdated ERP May Be Riskier Than You Think
There are several dozen outdated ERP products in the market such as Macola, SAP R3/ECC, Point.Man, older versions of Syteline or Epicor, legacy ERP products published by Sage, IBM, Oracle, or Microsoft, and the list goes on. There are major risks associated with not upgrading them. Read on to learn about them.
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Aug 2020
What CFO Candidates Need to Know About Manufacturing Industry
If you are a new finance leader(CFO/Controller) of the manufacturing industry and have not been exposed to manufacturing accounting or operations yet, it’s very important to understand the nuances of this industry to be successful in your role. Read on to learn more about how manufacturing financial operations differ.
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Aug 2020
How ETO Manufacturers Can Digitally Transform Their Business Model
ETO (Engineer-to-order) manufacturing practice may be overused in some industries such as sign manufacturing, industrial automation, and machinery. Read on to learn how ETO manufacturers can transform their business processes by utilizing modern ERP systems and combine it with CTO (configure-to-order).