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Automating Complete PO Document Packages for Procure-to-Pay Performance with ERP Systems

Intelligent automation technology offers businesses the ability to eliminate the inefficiencies of manual document management within the purchasing process, including automated bundling of purchasing document packages, validation workflow for approval of purchases, notification of delivery status, archiving for ready access to purchasing documents and outbound delivery in the formats and...

Tags: ERP System, Esker S.A., ERP, Esker DeliveryWare, Supply Chain Management (SCM), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Document Management, Enterprise Software, Software, Finance, Managerial Accounting

White papers 2008-09-18

Levi Strauss: SAP rollout 'substantially' hurt quarter

SAP implementation problems prevented Levi Strauss from fulfilling orders for a week during the second quarter and contributed to a 98% decline in net income relative to the same quarter last year. by Michael Krigsman

Tags: Deloitte LLP, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Enterprise Software, ERP, ERP System, Internal Control, Levi Strauss, Michael Krigsman, PROJECT FAILURES ANALYSIS Levi, SAP AG, Software

Blog posts 2008-07-18

Roxtec International Eliminates Expensive Downtimes

Roxtec International wanted to ensure the future stability of the ERP system, 24 hours a day during the company's continued global expansion and minimize the risk of downtime in order to reduce costs and business risks from production loss, production faults and disruption of the administration and distribution processes. The...

Tags: Oracle Corp., Downtime, ERP System, ERP, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Enterprise Software, Software

Case studies 2008-05-01

BIRDS ERP System (zip)

Formerly known as PiTA ERP, This is a new ERP model as well as Development Framework with Auto Database Design Parameter Mapping capability to develop/implement (already 15 modules covering Invoice, POS, Inventory, SCM and CRM) in a record short time. This could be used to develop additional customizable modules. Login:...

Tags: Module, ERP System, ERP, Butterfly Informatics, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Enterprise Software, Supply Chain Management (SCM), Software

Software downloads 2008-03-31

Chemical Manufacturer Finds Formula for Greater Efficiency With Powerful ERP System

Founded in 1954, Electrochemical Products, Inc. EPI specializes in developing and manufacturing high-quality chemicals used in metal plating and metal finishing. The company wanted to streamline its business processes to accelerate market delivery of its products and achieve stronger growth. For years, the company relied on a specialty system called...

Tags: Business Management, ERP System, ERP, Microsoft Corp., Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Strategy, Enterprise Software, Software, Management

Case studies 2008-03-01

Shipcom Uses IBM WebSphere Application Server to Bring the Benefits of a Full Enterprise Solution to Oil and Gas Rigs and Other Remote Sites

At the "Edge of the enterprise" such as on oil and gas rig platforms, access and visibility are needed to an entire ERP system to ensure, for example, on demand delivery of critical supplies to keep production flowing without interruption. But the screens need to be viewed and acted upon...

Tags: IBM WebSphere, Application Server, Benefit, ERP System, Server, Remote Site, IBM WebSphere Application Server, IBM Corp., Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Application Servers, Enterprise Software, Middleware, Software

Case studies 2008-03-01

Automated Sales Order Processing: for Order-to-Cash Performance with ERP Systems

Business performance depends on how well a company manages its internal processes. Companies with effective business process management in place are able to analyze key performance indicators to monitor efficiency of day-to-day activities and employees against operational targets. Order-to-cash is a generic term used to encompass the...

Tags: Business Process, Business Performance, ERP System, ERP, Order-to-cash, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Sales Strategy, Operational Planning, Enterprise Software, Sales Force Management, Software, Sales, Business Operations

White papers 2008-02-14

11 Criteria for Selecting the Best ERP System Replacement

It's no light matter to replace your Enterprise Resource Planning ERP system. By definition, the ERP system is your information backbone and reaches into all areas of your business and value-chain. Replacing it appears to be a difficult and painful process, but done right, it can open unlimited business opportunities....

Tags: ERP System, ERP, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Enterprise Software, Software

White papers 2008-02-13

ERP implementations and outsourcing: The white board rarely reflects reality

In the things you must read today department check out Michael Krigsman's analysis of a bankruptcy filing by American LaFrance, a maker of custom firefighting equipment. In the filing, American LaFrance alleges that IBM is responsible for the company's bankruptcy because of a botched ERP implementation. Michael...

Tags: Board, ERP System, ERP, Outsourcing, Bankruptcy, IBM Corp., Michael, ALF, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Litigation, Enterprise Software, Software, Business Operations, Larry Dignan

Blog posts 2008-02-11

Customer blames bankruptcy on IBM IT failure

American LaFrance ALF, the "leading brand of custom-made fire fighting, fire rescue vehicles, ambulances, and heavy-duty work refuse vehicles," has declared bankruptcy, blaming IBM and a failed ERP implementation. According to filings in the District of Delaware bankruptcy court (PACER case no. 08-10178),...

Tags: Information Technology, Problem, ERP System, ERP, Bankruptcy, IBM Corp., ALF, Freightliner, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Enterprise Software, Software, Michael Krigsman

Blog posts 2008-02-11

The wrong ERP system can be costly: Time for a check-up

Enterprise Resource Management is crucial to the efficiency and productivity of any corporation. But many companies don't have ERP systems that can keep up with their constant growth. This eKit provides a range of tools to help assess and evolve your ERP for maximum efficiency and productivity.

Tags: ERP System, ERP, Enterprise Resource Management, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Enterprise Software, Software

Resource centers 2008-01-03

Best-Practice Automation of Invoice Delivery from ERP Systems: Keeping Customers Satisfied, While Making the Move

Virtually all businesses running enterprise resource planning ERP solutions want to move to electronic delivery of customer invoices and proof of delivery documents. The advantages of e-invoicing are clear: It's faster, less expensive and more reliable, and it takes the inefficiency of paper out of the process. And by increasing...

Tags: Invoice, ERP System, ERP, Automation, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Enterprise Software, Software

White papers 2007-11-01

Creative Lighting Creates Rooms

XAL wanted a full package of CAD/PDM functionality offering the option of importing data from their own Navision ERP System. One essential prerequisite in view of the speed at which the department was growing was that employees joining the company could find information and integrate quickly, easily and efficiently. After...

Tags: Siemens AG, ERP System, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Enterprise Software, Software

Case studies 2007-09-01

Gem Services Launches Online ERP System in Six Months With Help From Expert Consultants

Founded in 1998, GEM Services is a rising star of the semiconductor packaging and testing industry. To further extend its reach, GEM Services knew it had to enhance internal control. Establishing robust management systems and strengthening its operational structure were critical. The company also realized a mature IT system was...

Tags: Oracle Corp., ERP System, ERP, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Enterprise Software, Software

Case studies 2007-07-01

Raritan Completes Global ERP System Deployment in Nine Months

Raritan Inc. is a leading global provider of Cat5 and KVM-over-IP switches, serial console servers, remote access, and centralized server monitoring and management solutions. In 2006, the company implemented a global business management platform based on applications from Oracle's JD Edwards EnterpriseOne product suite. To ensure it could meet internal...

Tags: Raritan Computer, Oracle Corp., ERP System, ERP, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Strategy, Enterprise Software, Software, Management

Case studies 2007-07-01

Radius Solutions Case Study: Berlin Industries

Berlin Industries, one of the top 50 commercial printers in North America, is a full service direct mail, commercial web printer that offers a complete range of in-house services from electronic prepress through printing, bindery, personalization, custom imaging, letter shop, mailing, distribution, and fulfillment. In search for a single system...

Tags: RADIUS, ERP System, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Network Security, Printers, Enterprise Software, Software, Networking, Hardware, Peripherals

Case studies 2007-06-27

Master Packaging Chooses Radius Solutions as MIS/ERP System Provider

Master Packaging places an emphasis on taking advantage of the latest technology to improve operations while providing customer service with a strong focus on quality and careful attention to detail - to ensure each job is always done right. The company is run by an experienced group of industry executives...

Tags: Industry, MIS, RADIUS, ERP System, ERP, Master Packaging, Network Security, Strategy, Networking, Management

Case studies 2007-05-21

Multi Packaging Solutions Selects Radius Solutions for State of the Art MIS/ERP System

Multi Packaging Solutions is a leader in supplying high-end print and packaging, supported by outstanding customer service and technology innovation. MPS has acquired a number of leading organizations including The John Henry Company, Steketee-Van-Huis, Hilltop Press and Hamilton Printing. The company required a standard MIS/ERP system that fitted its operational...

Tags: MIS, RADIUS, ERP System, ERP, Packaging Solution, Multi Packaging Solutions, MPS, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Network Security, Enterprise Software, Software, Networking

Case studies 2007-05-01

Chowgule and Company Improves Operational Efficiency With Integrated ERP System

The diversity of its operations and rapid growth in the early 2000s prompted Chowgule to review the way it managed its business. The company was using a range of disparate systems that did not provide an integrated view of its operations. The lack of transparency made information sharing difficult and...

Tags: Oracle Corp., Business Management, Auditing, ERP System, ERP, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Strategy, Enterprise Software, Software, Management

Case studies 2007-02-01

Selecting a Platform for Your ERP System

Many organizations have chosen to build their business systems on Mainframe, Midrange, and the UNIX/RISC platforms. Now, as the life cycles of many of these legacy platforms come to an end, these organizations are choosing to migrate their critical business systems to Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 Enterprise Edition with...

Tags: Platform, ERP System, ERP, Microsoft Corp., Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Servers, Enterprise Software, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware

White papers 2007-01-01