The primary goals of any ERP implementation are to increase efficiency and reduce costs. This begins right at the very start of the project, before you’ve even chosen your ERP software. By giving careful consideration to a variety of key factors early on, you’ll be better able to control your project costs, more effectively manage [...]
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Deployment Options: On-Premise, Cloud or Hosted
Determining the best deployment option for their business software has given companies even more decisions to make during the software evaluation process. What is the best option for your company? Work with a provider that understands your unique business challenges, including budgets and internal resources, to assist you in making the best decision for your particular [...]
continue reading...Leveraging Web Services and SSRS or More Real Differences between Microsoft Dynamics NAV and AX
The conversation on real differences between Microsoft Dynamics NAV and AX continues as contributing technical blogger and ex-Microsoft product expert Thom Doss discusses leveraging web services and SSRS. This is part three of a series. To review previous articles: More Real Differences between Microsoft Dynamics NAV and AX Sustainable Engineering in Microsoft Dynamics NAV and [...]
continue reading...Report Models in Microsoft Dynamics GP Helps You Get at Your Business Data Fast
Some people might be afraid to create a report with Microsoft® SQL Server® Reporting Services (SSRS) – thinking they must be a “SQL Expert.” You don’t need to be an expert to create ad-hoc reports in SSRS for Microsoft Dynamics® GP. Using the report models for Microsoft Dynamics GP makes it easy for both novice and [...]
continue reading...Six Considerations for Contemplating the Cloud for New ERP and CRM Solutions
I am speaking this week at a Michigan Association for CPAs mega conference in Frankenmuth, Michigan, and I was asked to help explain the cost considerations for using the cloud for business solutions, like ERP or CRM systems. This is an extremely hot topic with CPAs as they navigate the pros and cons of using systems on [...]
continue reading...The Evolution of Scheduling for Process Manufacturers
From my perspective companies evolve into their manufacturing scheduling process as their business evolves. Attempting to implement a complex scheduling model when a company is beginning to automate their ERP is often a mistake. The key is to take a realistic view of what stage the company is in and grow from there. Formula manufacturing [...]
continue reading...Why Does Cloud ERP Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Matter To Your SMB?
When evaluating technology within your business, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) is an important measurement of value. All too often, the technology vendor and buyer focus on one thing – the acquisition cost. This is primarily due to budgetary cycles that tend to be focused on the short- or near-term. Numerous studies, going back to [...]
continue reading...Data Migration and ERP Implementations: Do Not Be Afraid
You’ve undoubtedly heard the horror stories of botched data migration and the disastrous effects it can have on ERP implementations. Some businesses are so terrified of the process that they remain prisoners to their ill-fitting, work-around accounting software, when what they need is an integrated business management solution. Data migration doesn’t have to be a [...]
continue reading...The 3 P’s of ERP Selection
When considering a new ERP solution, so many organizations focus only on the product and ignore the other elements that are essential to having a successful implementation and ongoing use of their software solution. There are three basic building blocks to a successful software experience: Partner, Process, and Platform. Placing too much emphasis on any [...]
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