Manufacturing Software Reports

EBOOK: Your peers are comparing SaaS and on-premise ERP and starting to adopt new tools for better, faster financial reporting, forecasting, analytics, CRM, SCM and much more. Learn the risks and trends of moving to a cloud-based software and how to ensure a successful implementation.

Posted: 12 Nov 2013 | Published: 31 Jan 2012

WHITE PAPER: Access this fascinating case study today to see how Symmons - a mid-sized, US-based manufacturer in the plumbing industry - implemented expert solutions that enabled production-line staff to adapt manufacturing schedules and meet demands in real time, and much more!

Posted: 05 Nov 2013 | Published: 05 Nov 2013

WHITE PAPER: Access this white paper today to learn more about how implementing a comprehensive track-and-trace solution brought success in this case study, and consider applying the solution to your own business!

Posted: 17 Oct 2013 | Published: 16 Oct 2013

EGUIDE: In this e-guide from the experts at SearchManufacturingERP.com, uncover essential strategies for creating an effective supply chain plan and learn how to drive supply chain management (SCM) success.

Posted: 12 Sep 2013 | Published: 12 Sep 2013

EBOOK: In this e-book, learn how to build a business case for a midmarket enterprise resource planning (ERP) system and get tips on navigating the market and implementing software.

Posted: 11 Sep 2013 | Published: 31 Dec 2012

EGUIDE: This E-Guide focuses on selecting the right midmarket ERP software for your growing business and offers advice for the best way to go about upgrading an old ERP system from an SMB model to a larger one that can scale appropriately.

Posted: 24 Jul 2013 | Published: 24 Jul 2013

EGUIDE: A report from IDC Manufacturing Insights states that cloud computing will be the main driver of manufacturing IT productivity in the coming decade - but if you're not already leveraging the cloud, what will the move to cloud computing cost you? Access this expert e-guide for key considerations when migrating to cloud ERP.

Posted: 24 Jul 2013 | Published: 24 Jul 2013

EGUIDE: How are macro technology trends such as mobile and cloud affecting the manufacturing sector? What implications does the Dodd-Frank Act and an increasing numbers of Millennials in the global workforce have on supply chains? This E-Guide exposes trends to watch out for in 2013 and beyond

Posted: 24 Jul 2013 | Published: 24 Jul 2013

EGUIDE: In this expert e-guide, learn how you can simplify the challenges of enterprise resource planning (ERP) integration and increase efficiency through data consolidation, standardization, and supply chain visibility.

Posted: 23 Jul 2013 | Published: 23 Jul 2013

EGUIDE: This e-guide from the experts at SearchManufacturingERP.com explores the recent popularity of software as a service (SaaS) applications amongst today's leading manufacturers. Also inside, count down five technology trends shaping the world of HR.

Posted: 30 May 2013 | Published: 30 May 2013

WHITE PAPER: This resource describes how enabling supply chain visibility can help you eliminate disruptions and improve your bottom line. Learn how you can get started by reading on today.

Posted: 07 May 2013 | Published: 31 Jan 2012

WHITE PAPER: Consult this resource to learn how greater visibility into the supply chain can help you effectively combat efficiency and performance challenges and pave the way for business success.

Posted: 07 May 2013 | Published: 31 Jul 2011

EBOOK: In this expert eBook, manufacturers will learn how machine-to-machine (M2M) technology is bridging real-time information gaps. Also inside, explore the universe of M2M software options, and uncover tips for deploying this technology in the warehouse.

Posted: 23 Apr 2013 | Published: 23 Apr 2013

EBOOK: This expert e-book will help manufacturers analyze the costs and benefits of two-tier enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. Inside, learn why two-tier ERP is on the rise, find best practices for sticking with a legacy ERP system, and more.

Posted: 17 Apr 2013 | Published: 31 Dec 2012

EGUIDE: This e-guide examines the business case for manufacturing BI, and shows how manufacturers can take both demand and supply side signals into account when predicting future needs.

Posted: 08 Nov 2012 | Published: 08 Nov 2012

EGUIDE: This e-guide reveals key trends and technologies driving the adoption of sustainable, collaborative and dynamic supply chain management strategies and explains why manufacturers are embracing third-party logistics providers (3PLs).

Posted: 08 Nov 2012 | Published: 08 Nov 2012

EGUIDE: Read this expert e-guide to learn what you need to consider when choosing manufacturing business intelligence (BI) software— including tips on deciding between "best of breed" options and enterprise resource planning (ERP) add-ons— in order to ensure a rapid, cost-effective, easily-integrated implementation that provides enhanced business insight.

Posted: 26 Jul 2012 | Published: 23 Jul 2012

EGUIDE: There is great potential for manufacturers to get ahead of the competition by leveraging business analytics or "BI". However, there are several considerations that manufacturers need to keep in mind in order to achieve a successful BI implementation. Read this expert e-guide to learn best practices for addressing these key considerations.

Posted: 24 Jul 2012 | Published: 19 Jul 2012

EGUIDE: According to a recent Aberdeen Group study, companies are prioritizing supply chain visibility, inventory optimization, supply chain analytics, and supply chain outsourcing as ways to cut supply chain management (SCM) costs this year. Read this e-guide to explore the latest expert tips and guidance on SCM cost-cutting strategies.

Posted: 13 Mar 2012 | Published: 12 Mar 2012

EGUIDE: Read this guide to learn best practices to become strategic partners with your suppliers and understand how a sourcing strategy can make or break a company.

Posted: 08 Feb 2012 | Published: 08 Feb 2012

EGUIDE: Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn have taken social media by storm, but widespread adoption of social networking systems in manufacturing has not taken off. In this guide, learn best practices for implementing social media software and highlights of the business benefits provided.

Posted: 08 Feb 2012 | Published: 08 Feb 2012

EGUIDE: Workforce management (WFM) helps manufacturers improve operational efficiency and enable them to establish control over their enterprise. This e-guide offers an expert definition of WFM software and divulges best practice tips for deployment.

Posted: 07 Feb 2012 | Published: 07 Feb 2012

EGUIDE: Nearly two-thirds of manufacturers use time-consuming, unreliable spreadsheets for their business analytics, and many say the information is stale or unreliable, leading to time consuming, costly mistakes for companies. In this tip guide, readers will learn more about the shortcomings of manufacturing analytics.

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 | Published: 08 Dec 2011

EGUIDE: Inside this guide, you’ll find information about most of the major vendors that offer enterprise resource planning (ERP) software for manufacturers.

Posted: 12 Dec 2011 | Published: 12 Dec 2011

ANALYST BRIEF: In this paper, IDC Insight highlights the important elements of the IBM Smarter Commerce announcement and looks at the implications of the announcement in the context of a powerful movement that is occurring in the commerce solutions marketplace, both business to business (B2B) and business to consumer (B2C).

Posted: 17 Nov 2011 | Published: 31 Mar 2011