What exactly is ERP and why is it so valuable?
ERP Definition = ERP stands for Enterprise Resource Planning, which is a fully integrated software suite. It allows users to view, manage and track core business processes and resources using one single database, all in real-time. Read more
IT Software Implementation is a crucial step in improving an organization’s processes. This article explores the different stages and best practices required for a successful implementation. Discover how to effectively plan, prepare, deploy, and maintain software while minimizing operational disruptions. Maximize your company’s potential by establishing robust processes and fully leveraging the software’s functionalities.
One of the biggest challenges a company faces during an IT implementation project is having all employees (aka users of the new system) accept that change is coming. Many employees get used to doing specific tasks the same way each time. At a certain point in time, these tasks become habit. The implementation of a new software system, like an ERP solution, basically forces these employees to break their habits by completing their tasks and projects a different way, albeit more efficiently. Read more
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Many business people are unaware of the difference an integrated ERP system can do for their business processes, employee productivity and cost savings. It’s understandable since a few years ago, these systems were costing enterprises hundreds of thousands of dollars and were only used at large corporations. At that point, SME executives decided to use many separate out-of-the-box systems for different functions or departments. Unknowingly, this way of doing business isn’t the most efficient. At first it may seem like it’s less expensive but in the long run, it will cost your company way more in errors, inefficiencies, manual data entry, lack of easy data access and lack of reporting, etc. This makes it very difficult to stay ahead of the game, outperform your competitors and provide excellent customer service. Read more
Recently, all we keep hearing about are the bankruptcies of reputable, well-established retail businesses and the closing of brick and mortar stores. The most recent examples include Mexx Canada, Boutique Jacob, SmartSet and many others. Most of these big-name companies seemed to have struggled to keep up with the changing retail environment causing them to fall way behind. Read more
Strategic Planning is often a process that is pushed aside by many business owners. Most of the time, many complain that they don’t have the time as they get caught up in their daily tasks. However, it’s essential to take some time every so often to analyze your company and plan for the future; define your vision, develop financial forecasts, and create an action plan for the near future (1-2 years). The business world is constantly evolving which is why it’s important to keep up with the latest trends, IT solutions, market demands, industry policies, etc. Read more
What better way to improve overall business efficiency than to equip your field workers with a mobile business application that they can access from their personal mobile devices, on Android or Apple operating systems. This will allow for better visibility into their projects, all in real-time. By getting rid of all of this paperwork, fieldwork can be done much more efficiently and customer requests can be handled and completed much more quickly. Read more
EDI communication is known to be complex and expensive. In recent years however, many small and mid-size businesses are looking into EDI in order to do business with major retailers, like Target, Wal-Mart, Sears, etc., or simply to gain a competitive advantage. It is one of the best ways to exchange important business documents, such […]
Any kind of benefit has an impact, small or large, on a business. Today’s article will list some tangible and intangible benefits executives and managers will see once their business implements an ERP solution, like 