Material Resource Planning Software

ESSENTIAL GUIDE: This report from The Open Group introduces QLM, explains why it is necessary and how its development and acceptance will be assured.  

Posted: 18 Jan 2013 | Published: 05 Nov 2012

PODCAST: In this valuable podcast, learn about the enterprise resource planning (ERP) and enterprise software needs that are unique to defense manufacturers, and uncover key tips for identifying the software vendors who will best support these needs.

Posted: 07 Jun 2013 | Premiered: Jun 7, 2013

WHITE PAPER: Lean manufacturing is a philosophy committed to the total elimination of waste. There are seven types of waste that plague manufacturing. Shop Floor Execution (SFX) can help minimize or eliminate all of them.

Posted: 05 Dec 2008 | Published: 09 Jul 2008

WHITE PAPER: Shop Floor Execution (SFX) automates and streamlines factory operations by combining three popular applications: Labor Management, Machine Utilization and Paperless Dispatching. This provides the essential tools for real-time production process management

Posted: 05 Dec 2008 | Published: 01 Jan 2005

WHITE PAPER: This Mobile Middleware Buyer's Guide shows how an API management platform such as Intel Expressway API Manager (powered by Mashery) can securely surface enterprise data and services, enabling unprecedented productivity for employees, increased contact with customers, and new revenue streams from external developers.

Posted: 29 May 2013 | Published: 29 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: In this research paper, learn about a data protection and archiving software designed to give CommVault leverage over its traditional competitors.

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 | Published: 25 Feb 2013

EBOOK: This expert handbook takes an inside look at the consequences that BYOD, virtualization, the cloud, and other technology trends are having on application delivery, and offers advice to help you plan for mobile app success.

Posted: 31 May 2013 | Published: 31 May 2013

WHITE PAPER: In this resource, learn about the key operational challenges and unique requirements of the Process and Beverage Industries, and learn how the right enterprise resource planning (ERP) can address these issues and provide a competitive edge.

Posted: 28 May 2013 | Published: 28 May 2013

WHITE PAPER: Selecting a supplier for manufacturing ERP solutions is more important than ever before, due to the increasingly complex set of business processes involved.  Manufacturers now require the ability to share data in real time across all functional areas touching the manufacturing process. This paper takes a fresh look at manufacturing ERP options.

Posted: 21 Apr 2011 | Published: 21 Apr 2011

WHITE PAPER: Read this case study to examine plastics provider Network Polymers' enterprise resource planning (ERP) software selection process and discover the results they're seeing one year after implementing a system to replace the hodgepodge of applications that had been impeding enterprise-wide data transparency and accurate inventory tracking.

Posted: 17 Jul 2012 | Published: 17 Jul 2012

WHITE PAPER: Implementing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Contact Relationship Management (CRM), and Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) is complicated. Here are six simple steps to take to manage that complexity.

Posted: 04 Feb 2008 | Published: 01 Jan 2007

PODCAST: In this podcast, explore what DPAS ratings are and what they mean for enterprise software used by aerospace and defense contractors. Learn about the four main DPAS provisions, how you can formalize compliance processes, and more.

Posted: 07 Jun 2013 | Premiered: Jun 7, 2013

WHITE PAPER: Agile development might seem like a foreign language if you're new to the game - with a new set of roles and terminology, it's not surprising that you might be a little confused. In this quick, helpful guide, learn about one of the key concepts in agile methodology - release planning. Discover what it is, who does it, and why it's important.

Posted: 28 May 2013 | Published: 28 May 2013

WHITE PAPER: In this resource, learn about the enterprise resource planning (ERP) requirements unique to both the process industry in general and the chemical industry in particular, and find guidance to help you make an intelligent ERP choice.

Posted: 29 May 2013 | Published: 29 May 2013

WHITE PAPER: In this report, Workday is named a leader among select companies in Human Resource Management by Forrester Research, Inc.

Posted: 23 Apr 2013 | Published: 25 Jan 2012

WHITE PAPER: When over half of enterprise resource planning (ERP) system implementations run over schedule and over budget, it's understandable that manufacturers would seek out ways to streamline the process. Read this white paper to learn well-established best practices to ensure a smooth, efficient, and effective ERP implementation.

Posted: 26 Jul 2012 | Published: 26 Jul 2012

WHITE PAPER: Planning, budgeting and forecasting always will be crucial components to your organization. But choosing the right performance management software can be a tough task. This paper from IBM outlines the business challenges and drivers, as well as organizational and technological best practices to follow, and includes a software selection matrix.

Posted: 10 May 2012 | Published: 06 Mar 2012

EGUIDE: With proper business intelligence (BI) tools, human resources (HR) is empowered to gain insight into the company's workforce and thus improve overall business efficiency and financials. Read this e-guide for tips on making the most of your workforce data to make educated business decisions.

Posted: 27 Feb 2012 | Published: 27 Feb 2012

WHITE PAPER: Workforces are aging, and there also is a critical shortage of talent in today's business pool, creating an imperative initiative for human resources. This paper explains the necessity to forecast the future through strategic workforce planning and also offers up six pitfalls to avoid when venturing down the recruitment and talent management path.

Posted: 27 Apr 2012 | Published: 27 Apr 2012

WHITE PAPER: This resource explores the key trends shaping the consumer products sector, and details how you can use smart inventory optimization tools to drive critical savings across the entire supply chain. See if these tools can solve your manufacturing troubles by reading on now.

Posted: 03 May 2013 | Published: 31 Jan 2012

BOOK: Learn how to estimate the effort and timescales required for IT projects with this extract from Project management for IT-related projects.

Posted: 13 Dec 2012 | Published: 13 Dec 2012

WHITE PAPER: This white paper demonstrates why progressive organizations are looking toward effective resource management solutions that provide line-of-business executives with clear visibility into IT departments in order to increase overall efficiency and allocate necessary resources to high-priority projects.

Posted: 19 Nov 2012 | Published: 19 Nov 2012

WHITE PAPER: Project-centric manufacturing business models that involve outsourcing and short product lifecycles expose manufacturers to a number of risks they were not vulnerable to previously.

Posted: 01 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Jun 2008

WHITE PAPER: Is your HR department feeling pressured to develop new workforce management practices to accommodate today's growing mobile and distributed workforce? Traditional HR practices won't cut it anymore. Read on to learn the benefits of adopting HR-related technologies and review 6 case studies of other company's success with these tools.

Posted: 11 Jan 2013 | Published: 11 Jan 2013

WHITE PAPER: This resource provides you with a detailed analysis of SRM and SAN tools enabling ease-of-use to manage shared storage environments. These fully featured, integrated and user-friendly tools are offered as solutions ranging from the holistic to the specialist, delivering a broad range of maturity levels and requirements.

Posted: 14 Jun 2013 | Published: 27 Mar 2012

ANALYST REPORT: Recent developments in programming languages and platforms made HR solutions more user friendly and easier to deploy and manage, says analyst Nucleus Research.  

Posted: 19 Oct 2012 | Published: 19 Oct 2012

WHITE PAPER: Organizations that want to enter the market for a new human capital management (HCM) solution are faced with the challenge of making an informed decision about new vendors. This white paper provides advice on how to uncover an efficient, cost-effective HCM solutionswith the top 10 questions organizations should be asking.

Posted: 07 Feb 2011 | Published: 07 Feb 2011

WHITE PAPER: In today's business environment, supply chain management cannot afford inefficiencies caused by planners using outdated inventory management models. Read this white paper to discover an SAP application that enables planners to manage today's complex supply chains by facilitating analysis of many variables, constraints, and scenarios.

Posted: 22 Mar 2013 | Published: 31 Aug 2012

EGUIDE: In this e-guide, readers will learn more about the basics of ERP and how to reduce maintenance and support costs for these systems.

Posted: 01 Feb 2012 | Published: 01 Feb 2012

WHITE PAPER: The new work environment is dominated first and foremost by a new type of worker -- one who expects and thrives in socialized, mobile, and cloud-based environments. Using Workday's SaaS HR solutions, companies can get (and remain) up to speed with the new Web 2.0-breed of worker.

Posted: 28 Feb 2013 | Published: 31 Dec 2012

WHITE PAPER: Large warehouses can have an overwhelming amount of responsibility when it comes to ensuring that orders are delivered on time and accurately. Fortunately, a solid supply chain management system can virtually eliminate all problems for warehouse management. View this resource to learn how SAP can improve your business.

Posted: 29 Jan 2013 | Published: 29 Jan 2013