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The 2025 Top 10 ERP Systems Report
Our experts have highlighted ten vendors that can help your organization make data-driven decisions.
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4 Tips for Improving ERP Financial Reporting
Business intelligence (BI) tools have become an enterprise software staple, and it’s easy to see why: the ability to explore, visualize and share business data has made BI solutions a bedrock upon which faster, better decisions can be made. While there’s no question...
What is HCM Software? A Guide to Human Capital Management Systems
What is HCM software? Human capital management (HCM) software is a powerful tool for any company pursuing digital transformation. The main component that sets human capital management software platforms apart from other HR software solutions is the emphasis on...
How to Determine ERP Customization and Configuration Needs
At the beginning of an ERP implementation, your company might be of the mindset that your ERP system will go live with out-of-the-box settings. In fact, many businesses start their ERP journey with this goal in mind and with good reason – staying out-of-the-box will...
ERP Software Selection Process Best Practices
Selecting the right ERP software for your company can lead to numerous business benefits. However, achieving these benefits entails an awareness of software selection process best practices. The secrets to successful selection are spreading like wildfire. If you...
An Overview of Software Requirements Gathering
Baseball great Yogi Berra used to say, “If you don’t know where you’re going, you might not get there.” This quote has survived through the years because it holds an undeniable truth: you need to have a goal in mind, or you’re likely to miss your target. This saying...
Strategic ERP Vendor Negotiation Tips and Tactics: How to Handle Deals and Find an Expert
ERP software can be a multi-million-dollar investment, but companies often don’t invest the same time, expertise and resources into negotiating these deals as they do negotiating other major capital outlays. This is not to say that companies aren’t concerned about the...
ERP Demo Tips: Ensuring ERP Demos Address Your Unique Processes
At a glance, organizing ERP demos can seem like a simple task – find a system that seems to fit your needs, call the vendor and have a representative conduct a demo. By following this method, you are guaranteed to see several impressive software solutions, but you are...
How Artificial Intelligence Improves ERP Software
While artificial intelligence (AI) is a relatively new technology, it has already demonstrated its disruptive potential and created a buzz in the software market. In fact, according to Gartner, as much as 80% of emerging technologies will have artificial intelligence...
ERP Data Migration and Cleansing Tips
What’s one of the most important questions to ask before beginning ERP implementation? Is our data clean? If your answer is no, you’re not alone. Most companies have data spread across multiple platforms and formatted in various ways. Our advice to these companies is...
5 Tips for Prioritizing ERP Requirements
When your organization decides to implement a new ERP system, it can be an exciting time for employees. There is hope on the horizon that the tedious workarounds or functional gaps within the current system will be replaced with a better and more advanced system....
How to Assess ERP Software Scalability
ERP projects can be lengthy. Depending on the scope of the project, implementation can last anywhere from six months to three years. After implementation, ERP software should support an organization for at least five to ten years. As you can imagine, choosing an ERP...
The Truth About ERP Project Teams
If you’re beginning an ERP implementation, you’re probably wondering, “Who needs to be on the ERP project team, and how much time will they need to dedicate to the project?” Providing a detailed answer will require an understanding of what it takes to build a winning...
Dynamics AX vs. Dynamics 365: Comparing Microsoft’s ERP Versions
Many organizations that are using Microsoft Dynamics AX are considering an upgrade to Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations (D365). If your organization is considering this upgrade, you may be interested in learning more about the differences between these...
4 Reasons to Replace Your ERP System
Whether your business operates on a collection of homegrown applications, a select suite of products designed for specific business needs or a full ERP system that does it all, there are several reasons why your organization might benefit from new ERP software. Some...
Oracle’s Shift in Focus: From Oracle JDE to Oracle Cloud Applications
Most organizations would agree that evaluating ERP software is as enjoyable as being stranded in a blizzard. There are so many ERP vendors in the market today that it’s hard to see the details while there’s a flurry of snow blowing around you. If you’re about to begin...
7 Tips for Developing an ERP Business Case
More organizations are realizing the benefits of ERP software. Not only are Fortune 500 companies implementing and upgrading ERP systems, but small businesses are taking advantage of niche ERP solutions tailored for their industry. If your organization is looking to...
5 Functional Areas That an ERP System can Automate
Organizations implement ERP systems for a variety of reasons. While one organization may want to streamline its order-to-cash process, another might be more interested in refining its hiring practices. To address these unique needs, ERP vendors have developed systems...
Is Postmodern ERP Right for Your Organization?
With advancements in technology and faster, more reliable internet capability, we’re seeing more organizations use a mixture of IT solutions to address their specific needs. This mixture is sometimes referred to as a postmodern ERP approach.A postmodern ERP system...
7 Common Questions About ERP Software
You know you need new ERP software, but before you dive in, you should understand the basics of this often-misused technology. Once you understand the basics, you can develop an ERP strategy. What is ERP software? Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software is used by...
