As we all know, disruption is a great instigator of change, and the world has never seen a disruption to business quite as significant as the current coronavirus crisis. As businesses resume operations, going back to a new normal will not be enough. To learn from the current situation,...
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The COVID-19 crisis has impacted every industry across the globe. Many companies have pivoted faster than others, making operational changes to every element of their business. While governments navigate the re-opening of the economies in some areas, business are strategizing how to get on a path that will help...
As COVID-19 spreads and panic-being causes shortages of certain goods, many manufacturers are focused on increasing automation. However, while automation has great potential to help keep our shelves stocked with cleaning wipes, toilet paper and face masks, a shift in process will only be possible for companies with the...
The right enterprise resource planning (ERP) software is important to the continuity of your business, but choosing who to work with to help select, customize and implement this software is critical to its success. What is ERP? Enterprise Resource Planning is the integrated management of a business’ main processes,...
While it’s wonderful that colleges and universities are deeply rooted in tradition (think ivy-covered walls and centuries-old teachings), an attachment to the past simply isn’t efficient when it comes to running a business. And, according to a collaborative report from Education Dive and Unit4, nearly 50% of academic institutions...
When considering a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, receiving expert guidance is of the utmost importance. By ensuring that this new technology will meet your business’ needs correctly, you’ll avoid unnecessary spending—and get things right the first time. This year, UK-based pub and hotel company Fuller’s learned this...
Like the old adage says, the only constant in this world is change. This is undeniably true for businesses of all sizes—especially when it comes to Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. A minimal number of companies hit the ground running with a complete ERP solution suite: generally, capabilities are...
As a business owner, maintaining a bird’s eye view of your corporation is imperative. However, this form of 360-degree surveillance can be incredibly difficult—especially if your organization is highly segmented. Luckily, this burden can be eliminated with the use of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. As a pivotal...
The ABCs of open-source ERPs Let’s face it: implementing a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system can be a costly endeavour, especially if you’re paying for custom-built services. However, this monetary load can be lessened via the use of open-source ERP software—without having to sacrifice quality or customizability. What...
As it turns out, the oldies aren’t always golden—especially when it comes to antiquated enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. Whether your business is still using a legacy ERP or is simply behind on updates, out-dated operating systems could be holding you back from success. How do I know if...