ERP software systems for billion dollar companies are rarely described as “friendly and familiar”. And employees rarely have the freedom to easily customize the system when they see a way to make their business unit more productive. But that is exactly what happened for DENTSPLY, a $2.2 billion dollar global manufacturer of dental products for professionals, [...]
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Some Say: “ERP Systems Have Become a Commodity.” I Say: “No Way. ERP Systems Solve Business Issues.”
If you travel in the same circles that I do, you’ve probably heard this “complaint” before: “ERP systems have become a commodity.” Another indication of that mentality is the claim that “It’s all about price.” I reject those statements, because the implication is that it’s all about the technology. Sure, technology in and of itself [...]
continue reading...Pitch the Crystal Ball for ERP and Have More Accurate Inventory Control (ERP)
Trying to connect inventory levels with customer demand can be a challenging task with about the same accuracy as using a crystal ball – or spreadsheets and calculators. Confidence in the accuracy of your data can mean a world of difference when you’re running your business and there just isn’t any room for guessing. You can [...]
continue reading...Mobile Solutions Opening New Doors for Manufacturers
Mobile solutions are opening new doors for manufacturers and companies in general. With the boom of tablet devices and their incredible ease-of-use, mobile solutions are a quick and effective way to improve your operations. Mostly everyone knows how to use them and let’s face it, the novelty of the item makes it fun! But how [...]
continue reading...Warehouse Management System (WMS) Considerations When Selecting ERP Software
Selecting the right ERP software for your business is a process you just can’t rush through. After all, the solution you decide on will manage the daily operations that are crucial to your business success. Primarily, you will need to figure out your overall budget and map out timelines associated with software implementation and training. You [...]
continue reading...WEBINAR / RESOURCES: How Cloud ERP Maximizes Business Value
As Cloud ERP adoption continues to accelerate, companies who are considering it need to grasp two things: (1) why companies are moving to the Cloud (the benefits they derive) and (2) how they use it to maximize business value and miminize risk. If you’re exploring Cloud ERP options, here are some resources to help you make these evaluations [...]
continue reading...Nucleus Research Report: The Value of Microsoft Dynamics AX For Manufacturers
Plenty of manufacturers already know the benefits offered by Microsoft Dynamics AX (formerly Axapta), but Nucleus Research confirmed this in their report, The Value of Microsoft Dynamics AX For Manufacturers. Its findings strongly indicate that Microsoft Dynamics AX is a valuable business management application for manufacturers, one that increases visibility, drives higher margins, boosts productivity, [...]
continue reading...Inventory Valuation Methods for a Dynamics GP Dummy
During the sales process I try to avoid questions regarding inventory valuation and to be honest I do this because I do not understand the differences and what impact the valuation options have on the financials. I am not an accountant nor do I try to be, however I should really have a better understanding [...]
continue reading...Microsoft Dynamics GP for Manufacturing – The Features You Need
As a member of the manufacturing team here at Altico Advisors, I spend 40-60 hours a week (which sometimes feels like 24 hours a day) working with new manufacturing clients to implement the Microsoft Dynamics GP manufacturing modules, train, trouble shoot, develop workflows, write reports. Or, I’m working with our existing manufacturing clients to enhance [...]
continue reading...Relief for Government Contractors and Project-centric Companies
Do you struggle to track project profitability? Is the prospect or the practice of complying with federal or state government contracts a heavy burden? Complex project management and/or strict government compliance shouldn’t bar you from effectively accounting for projects and making a profit. To effectively account for costs and revenues on projects and/or contracts, it’s critical [...]
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