I was recently approached by my cell provider to upgrade to the latest and greatest plan that will support the latest and greatest smartphone. As I was conversing with the person on the other side of the line it dawned on me that in our ERP world it is not much different.
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ERP Implementation,
ERP and Technology,
ERP Upgrades,
Maintaining/Upgrading ERP
Traditional ERP systems have simplified and revolutionised modern business. However, in today’s world of globalised and digitised markets, it is becoming increasingly vital to access tools and data on the go. Here are some of the key things driving the move to mobile ERP:
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Technology (or Enterprise Technology),
ERP and Mobile Business,
Maintaining/Upgrading ERP
In my first “fighting fraud” blog, I talked about fighting fraud on the human front. And as promised this blog covers some basic tips to start fighting fraud on the technology front.
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Planning for ERP (or Purchasing ERP),
Technology (or Enterprise Technology),
Maintaining/Upgrading ERP
Everywhere you look technologists and software experts are banging on about Digital Transformation, the Internet of Things and Cloud this, that and the other.
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SYSPRO User Tips,
Applying and Operating ERP,
Maintaining/Upgrading ERP
I'm a supply chain guy but I started with a narrower focus, in manufacturing, in Glasgow. Glasgow - famous for many manufacturing and engineering innovators including Scottie of The Starship Enterprise fame. You know the guy that always complained "ah canna do it Captain Kirk, the warp drives just won't take it ...".
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Applying and Operating ERP,
Maintaining/Upgrading ERP
Planning before a journey starts is recommended and typically done. But once the trip’s underway realization can dawn too late that without the right support, beyond our own effort and MacGyver-like initiatives, our odyssey could be extremely hazardous.
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Supply Chain Management,
Maintaining/Upgrading ERP
As I mentioned in Part One of this blog, a VPN tunnel allows for the safe transfer of data across the Internet, and adds layers of security to your company network. It does this through the use of encryption and other security mechanisms (including hardware settings/passwords and approved IP addresses).
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Owning or (Running) ERP,
Maintaining/Upgrading ERP
ERP remains the backbone of any medium or large business. This is set to remain true looking ahead. But additional functionality, integration ability, and openness to interface with the plethora of new and exciting technologies already here and on the horizon remains critical. The following are some key trends in the industry for the year ahead.
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Technology (or Enterprise Technology),
Applying and Operating ERP,
Maintaining/Upgrading ERP
No networked computer system is immune to malware attacks, but some organisations actively prepare to defend themselves. Here, for example, is an illustrative news report that warms the cockles of my Technical-Support-Desk heart.
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ERP for Manufacturing,
Maintaining/Upgrading ERP
As global change and interesting rebellions fill the news we can’t escape the fact that common sense is no longer common. Established and new democracies are in upheaval globally.
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ERP for Manufacturing,
Maintaining/Upgrading ERP