Manufacturing

Your ERP Knows What Happened. But Can It Tell You What’s Coming?

Traditional ERP systems track what happened. Modern architectures enable predictive, AI-driven decisions. This article explores how manufacturers can prepare for ongoing supply chain disruption.

Expertise + AI – The New Competitive Moat for Mid-Market Manufacturers

AI becomes a true competitive advantage when embedded within manufacturing expertise. This article explores how ERP foundations and captured knowledge create scalable operational intelligence.

Why Most ERP Implementations Miss the Point

Most ERP implementations focus on technology rather than operational expertise. This article explains how systemising knowledge creates scalable assets that drive sustainable growth.

“It Almost Broke Us” or The Hidden Cost of Winning Big Contracts

Winning major contracts in regulated industries can expose hidden operational risks. This article explains how ERP readiness, compliance and scalable processes enable sustainable contract delivery.

The Rise of Cognitive ERP – Why AI’s Value is Only as Good as Your Processes

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The Hidden Costs of Invoice Disputes and How AP Automation Helps You to Prevent Them

Invoice disputes are a common but costly reality of doing business. They can stem from minor issues like missing purchase order numbers or escalate into complex disagreements over pricing, delivery terms, or quantities

Transforming Expertise into Assets: The Next Frontier for Manufacturers

Many manufacturers reach a point where growth outpaces their systems. Success relies not just on people, but on turning expertise into scalable assets. The next frontier is building resilient businesses where knowledge lives in systems, not just in minds.

Balancing Standard Functionality and Customisation in ERP Solutions

ERP solutions streamline manufacturing operations, balancing standard functionality with essential customisation. While out-of-the-box features enable faster deployment and cost savings, customisation supports unique workflows and business growth. However, excessive modifications can increase costs and maintenance challenges. The key is partnering with ERP experts to optimise functionality without unnecessary complexity.

Epicor ARM 2024.2.2 Released

Unlock smarter procurement with Epicor ARM 2024.2.2! From flexible approval workflows to seamless invoice matching, this release is packed with customer-focused improvements to boost efficiency and control. Discover how the latest Epicor ARM enhancements can streamline your procurement and AP management, making it smarter, faster, and more efficient!

Unlock Seamless UI Testing with Kinetic’s Test ReCoder Tool

Kinetic customers can now harness the power of the Test ReCoder UI Test Tool to set their QA processes on a smarter, faster track! This core enhancement in the latest Kinetic release (2024.2) is loaded with benefits including reduced test execution time, lower error rates, and enhanced productivity.

AI-Driven ERP Software

AI-Driven ERP Software

ERP software developers are keeping pace with advanced technologies by innovating and adapting ERP solutions to meet evolving industry challenges and demands. The future of AI in ERP software is a journey marked by continuous evolution and rapid growth—forecasts predict the AI market will increase twentyfold by 2030.

ERP to Maximise Equipment Uptime

ERP to Maximise Equipment Uptime

Predictive maintenance and ERP integration enhances an organisation’s ability to make informed decisions, optimise maintenance resources, reduce downtime, and ultimately improve the overall reliability and efficiency of its operations.

ERP Future Trends

ERP Future Trends

Rapid evolution is the norm in the world of business technology, and future ERP technology is at the forefront of this transformation. Each advancement is not just an upgrade but a leap towards a tomorrow where these systems are streamlined, intuitive, and indispensable to modern business strategy.

Archaic ERP Nightmares

Archaic ERP Nightmares

Is it time for your business to banish the ghosts of the past and embrace ERP modernisation? ERP systems that no longer meet the needs of modern organisations are not just a source of frustration and significant challenge; they can haunt your business operations in truly frightening ways.

ERP and CRM Synergy

ERP and CRM Synergy

An ERP system with embedded CRM functionality, and ERP with integrated CRM functionality, are two approaches to combining ERP and CRM capabilities within a single software environment. The choice between the two approaches depends on factors like the level of customisation required, and the overall technical and operational preferences of the organisation. Is your business leveraging ERP and CRM for sustainable growth?

Cybersecurity and ERP

Cybersecurity and ERP

It’s crucial to grasp the potential consequences of security breaches and data leaks within your ERP system. Recognising potential threats is the first step toward fortifying ERP security so let’s dive into the common security risks you need to be aware of.

Maximising ERP Implementation

Maximising ERP Implementation

Businesses are becoming savvier around how to realise a faster time-to-value for their digital transformation technology investment. They are recognising the advantages of partnering with an ERP consultant to help them navigate the risks and challenges across the phases of an ERP purchase and implementation journey (and beyond) to maximise ERP benefits.

Best-in-class Procurement Tech

Best-in-class Procurement Tech

Procurement is an integral part of a company that involves operations, finance, logistics management, supply chain, and vendor relationships. Procurement thinkers understand digital technology is key to unlocking mutual benefits from these business areas while mitigating ongoing external risks.

ERP for Big Data Analytics

ERP for Big Data Analytics

The convergence of ERP and embedded big data analytics, offers tailored solutions that align with organisational nuances, industry dynamics, and market demands.

Conquer EOFY With an ERP

Conquer EOFY With an ERP

With an ERP system, manual data entry becomes a thing of the past, data silos are shattered, and collaboration thrives during year-end financial management and beyond.