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ALSO CALLED: Resource Planning, Enterprise Resource Planning, E R P
DEFINITION: ERP (enterprise resource planning) is an industry term for the broad set of activities that helps a business manage the important parts of its business. The information made available through an ERP system provides visibility for key performance indicators (KPIs) required for meeting corporate objectives. ERP software applications can be used to manage product planning, parts purchasing, inventories,  … 
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ERP Reports
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Why Price Shouldn’t Be the Final Factor When Investing in Manufacturing ERP Software: The Hidden Expenses Often Found in Low Cost ERP Systems
sponsored by IQMS
WHITE PAPER: Access this resource to uncover potential concealed costs of manufacturing ERP software and the right questions you should ask to avoid ending up with a shoddy system.
Posted: 16 Mar 2012 | Published: 16 Mar 2012

IQMS

Enhance Business Insight with Globalized ERP Software
sponsored by Workday
WHITE PAPER: Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems designed before the days of global competition are poorly integrated, expensive to maintain, and fail to provide enterprise-wide visibility, even with add-on functionality. Read this white paper to learn what functionality is needed to support today's requirements and how cloud-based ERP meets these needs.
Posted: 14 Mar 2012 | Published: 31 Dec 2010

Workday

5 Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) Steps to RCM
sponsored by IFS
WHITE PAPER: Read this white paper to understand the importance of reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) and the five levels of enterprise asset management (EAM) development that you must achieve in order to reach effective quintessential asset management (QAM) and RCM.
Posted: 12 Mar 2012 | Published: 12 Mar 2012

IFS

Armstrong International Reduces Inventory, Increases Efficiency by Achieving Global ERP with IFS Applications
sponsored by IFS
CASE STUDY: Read this white paper to learn the benefits that a multinational manufacturer achieved after they replaced four different enterprise resource planning (ERP) applications with one single system.
Posted: 12 Mar 2012 | Published: 12 Mar 2012

IFS

Cloud Computing: A Silver Bullet for Finance?
sponsored by Workday
WHITE PAPER: Questions regarding security, performance, privacy, risks, and actual cost and value have kept CFOs and other finance leaders from making the leap to cloud services. This paper delves into some of the risks versus the rewards of the cloud delivery model and sets out to determine if cloud computing is truly the silver bullet for finance.
Posted: 01 Mar 2012 | Published: 23 Feb 2012

Workday

Top Manufacturing ERP Best Practices for Project Planning
sponsored by Infor WFM Workbrain
EGUIDE: This guide provides the top enterprise resource planning (ERP) system implementation best practices, including how to migrate your data, pick the best project team, and train your employees.
Posted: 19 Mar 2012 | Published: 15 Mar 2012

Infor WFM Workbrain

ERP Technology Trends Point to a 'Bright' Future Forrester Says
sponsored by Infor WFM Workbrain
EGUIDE: Forrester predicts that technologies like mobile, Software as a Service (SaaS), business process management (BPM), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and social networks are going to dramatically change the enterprise resource planning (ERP) landscape in the near future. Read this expert guide to learn more about the future of ERP systems.
Posted: 16 Mar 2012 | Published: 16 Mar 2012

Infor WFM Workbrain

Optimizing ERP Investments Through Manufacturing ERP Management Best Practices
sponsored by Infor WFM Workbrain
EGUIDE: Navigating enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems isn't always easy, but is necessary for the success of your business. Read this expert guide to learn five key tips and best practices for managing your ERP systems.
Posted: 16 Mar 2012 | Published: 16 Mar 2012

Infor WFM Workbrain

ERP: Much Better Off With than Without
sponsored by Infor
WHITE PAPER: Read this paper to identify exactly what to look for in an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system to satisfy your business needs and how an implementation can dramatically effect your efficiency.
Posted: 15 Mar 2012 | Published: 01 Jan 2011

Infor

Expert Tips for ERP Upgrades and Consolidation
sponsored by Infor WFM Workbrain
EGUIDE: Many organizations put upgrades off as long as possible as to avoid the complexity involved. Read this expert e-guide to learn Gartner Inc. best practices and tips for simplifying your enterprise resource planning (ERP) upgrades.
Posted: 15 Mar 2012 | Published: 15 Mar 2012

Infor WFM Workbrain

ERP in Complex Manufacturing
sponsored by Infor
EBOOK: Read this Aberdeen Group e-book to understand how complex manufacturers are benefiting from enterprise resource planning (ERP) system implementations. Learn what it takes to become a best-in-class organization including driving ERP usage, improving mobile access to ERP data, and more.
Posted: 15 Mar 2012 | Published: 15 Mar 2012

Infor

Accelerating Business Change Through Next-Generation ERP — Call to Action for the Industrial Machinery and Equipment Sector
sponsored by Infor
WHITE PAPER: A recent IDC Manufacturing Insight survey of equipment and machinery manufacturers found that since the economic downturn the biggest priority for organizations is profit growth. This white paper summarizes the results of the survey and explains how next-gen enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems can help manufacturers turn a profit again.
Posted: 14 Mar 2012 | Published: 14 Mar 2012

Infor

10 Reasons to Love Sage Fixed Assets
sponsored by Sage Software
WHITE PAPER: Read this paper for the top 10 reasons why users like Sage Fixed Assets 2012 for reporting and accounting purposes.
Posted: 09 Mar 2012 | Published: 09 Mar 2012

Sage Software

Manufacturing IT Best Practices: ERP Upgrades and Migrations
sponsored by SearchManufacturingERP
EBOOK: Read this expert e-book to get comprehensive answers to all your ERP upgrade and migration questions. Inside, find: expert advice on recognizing when it's time to upgrade or migrate; tips for making a business case; the top five questions to ask before buying ERP systems; and best practices for a successful implementation process.
Posted: 09 Mar 2012 | Published: 08 Mar 2012

SearchManufacturingERP

The 5 Point Plan to ERP Selection Success
sponsored by Infor
WHITE PAPER: Read this white paper and learn a five step plan for choosing the right enterprise resource planning (ERP) software for the specific business challenges you want your system to address, thus ensuring implementation success.
Posted: 08 Mar 2012 | Published: 08 Mar 2012

Infor

Confronting the Immediacy of Now
sponsored by Infor
WHITE PAPER: Read this paper to learn how next-gen enterprise resource planning (ERP) software is faster than ever and can give your business a competitive edge when it comes to responding to customer requests, process speeds, and decision making.
Posted: 06 Mar 2012 | Published: 06 Mar 2012

Infor

Expert e-zine: Business application strategy, from ERP to the cloud and beyond
sponsored by SearchSAP
EZINE: In this first issue of Business Applications Digest, find advice from industry insiders on mastering the five success factors for enterprise resource planning (ERP) upgrades, choosing the best fit between 'best of breed' business intelligence (BI) and built-in ERP tools, and how to take advantage of the latest Software as a Service (SaaS) trends.
Posted: 05 Mar 2012 | Published: 05 Mar 2012

SearchSAP

SMB ERP Software Selection Process Unraveled
sponsored by Exact Software
EGUIDE: Use this expert resource as a guide to understanding which enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems are best suited to fit your needs and why the biggest vendors might not always be the best option. Also find six steps for evaluating and selecting your ERP platform.
Posted: 27 Feb 2012 | Published: 24 Feb 2012

Exact Software

Navigating ERP Projects: What Every SMB Should Avoid
sponsored by Exact Software
EGUIDE: An enterprise resource planning (ERP) software implementation can be a huge task for small to midsized businesses (SMBs) to take on. Don't risk starting an implementation you don't have the resources or time to complete. This expert guide offers 10 dos and don'ts of navigating ERP projects for SMBs.
Posted: 27 Feb 2012 | Published: 24 Feb 2012

Exact Software

Which ERP Software Offers the Best Picture for SMBs
sponsored by Exact Software
EGUIDE: Between on-demand and Software as a Service (SaaS), there are more enterprise resource planning (ERP) software options available than ever and small to midsized businesses (SMBs) are finding it be an overwhelming situation. Read this expert guide to learn which ERP applications are becoming viable alternatives for SMBs, as the marketplace matures.
Posted: 27 Feb 2012 | Published: 24 Feb 2012

Exact Software

Five Things That Define Workforce Management Software
sponsored by Infor
EGUIDE: Every manufacturing company wants to do more with less and use their labor force as efficiently as they can. A great way to accomplish this is through workforce management (WFM) software. Read this expert resource to uncover the five best features of WFM software and best practices for using them.
Posted: 24 Feb 2012 | Published: 24 Feb 2012

Infor

Know the Rules: Workforce Management Best Practices
sponsored by Infor
EGUIDE: Before purchasing workforce management (WFM) software it's important to know exactly what you expect it to accomplish. If you're not sure how to begin, becoming familiar with WFM best practices is a good place to start. Read this expert guide to learn some of the best strategies for getting the most out of your WFM software.
Posted: 24 Feb 2012 | Published: 24 Feb 2012

Infor

Streamline, Speed and Secure the Supply Chain With Managed File Transfer
sponsored by SEEBURGER
WHITE PAPER: Your enterprise has invested heavily in SAP. But data exchange restrictions caused by large data files, FTP spaghetti and unreliable network connections create long waits, limit your ability to send and receive information, and raise costs and risks. Read this paper to find out how Managed File Transfer ensures your data flow is secure and speedy.
Posted: 24 Feb 2012 | Published: 31 Dec 2011

SEEBURGER

How to Evaluate and Buy Small or Midsize ERP Platforms
sponsored by Exact Software
EBOOK: This e-book provides expert best practices for small and midsized businesses (SMBs) to follow when evaluating enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. Read more to learn how to avoid speed bumps along the way and make the process as smooth as possible.
Posted: 16 Feb 2012 | Published: 16 Feb 2012

Exact Software

How to Build a Business Case for ERP in Today’s Economy
sponsored by Sage Software
EGUIDE: This expert guide helps you build a solid business case for ERP including important questions to ask, how to define your business needs, comparing in-house ERP to Software as a Service (Sass), upgrade options, and more.
Posted: 10 Feb 2012 | Published: 10 Feb 2012

Sage Software
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ERP DEFINITION (continued): …  interacting with suppliers, providing customer service, and tracking orders. ERP can also include application modules for the finance and human resources aspects of a business. Typically, an ERP system uses or is integrated with a relational database system. The deployment of an ERP system can involve considerable business process analysis, employee retraining, and new work procedures.Rebecca Gill, vice president of Technology Group International says:"For almost twenty years we have had people ask for demonstration copies of our ERP software, so they may play with it at their leisure. For … 
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