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Cloud ERP – a sleeping giant awakes?
By: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.com
Type: eGuide
Business applications software suppliers have, in recent years, been on a route march to the cloud. To what extent this has been driven by customer demand, and to what extent by investor demand is an open question.
A whole host of cloud-born applications vendors – such as Salesforce, Workday, Netsuite (part of Oracle since 2016), and SuccessFactors (part of SAP since 2011) – has arisen to challenge long-established firms, like SAP and Oracle. However, the pure-play cloud vendors have mostly specialised in specific functional areas, like HR, sales automation, and CRM – as opposed to the core business of planning an enterprise’s resources to carry out its central mission as efficiently as possible (ERP, to use the well-worn acronym).
For a long time now, (on-premises) ERP has been an important but sleepy aspect of enterprise IT. But is the time for cloud ERP now? Oracle, SAP, and smaller, more niche players, like Infor and Unit4 seem to be saying “yes”, but how is that in the interests of their large corporate customers, who have invested masses of capital in enterprise software since the 1990s? Perhaps it is more in the interest of SMEs, who can now, the argument runs, avail themselves of enterprise-grade IT, in ways hitherto impossible? Or is cloud ERP for all data-driven companies and organisations, who can now benefit from super-computer capacity, which can only be delivered over the cloud, not on-premise?
The lead article in this e-guide explores these issues. The others convey the theory and practice of cloud ERP, on both sides of the market, today.
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Global Manufacturers Get Serious About Sustainability
By: Sage
Type: Infographic
Recent years have seen several global discrete manufacturers pursuing sustainability through circular economy practices and servitization, and they’re motivated by:
- Increased revenues and reduced costs
- Energy efficiency productivity and resilience
- Improving their brand image
- And more
However, despite that 97% of green manufacturers have adopted a circular economy strategy and 95% expect a positive impact over 2 years, many organizations still struggle to realize the importance of sustainability and servitization.
Access this infographic to take a look at why so many companies are pursuing these ideas, as well as the benefits and risks of doing so.
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Orchestrating A Data Governance Strategy in Manufacturing
By: Reply
Type: White Paper
The manufacturing industry continues to evolve towards a digitized data landscape, presenting companies with many new challenges. For data-related challenges, the best solution is to implement a data governance framework that outlines the processes and policies used to manage and secure a company’s data.
A comprehensive framework ensures a consistent approach across Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), and other systems while laying the groundwork for establishing a data-driven organization.
Read on to learn about 9 critical practices that should be considered when establishing a formal data governance strategy in manufacturing.
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Teleperformance puts one auto maker’s contact center on the fast track
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Manufacturers, are you familiar with Industry X? For a comprehensive introduction to the digital-transformation strategy that can supercharge how products and services are manufactured, tap into this white paper.
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4 benefits of digital twins for manufacturing
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As they strive for a competitive edge, many manufacturers have turned to digital manufacturing to evolve their processes and products. For an executive’s ultimate guide to digital manufacturing, browse this 20-page e-book.
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16-page e-book: Digital twins for automotive manufacturing
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With an accelerated shift to electrification, automotive manufacturers are challenged to evolve their processes quickly while delivering consistent, compliant products. So, how can manufacturers approach that incredibly complex undertaking? Dig into this e-book to find out how adopting digital manufacturing technologies can help.
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Digital twins for manufacturers: 10-page guide
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Why, and how, are manufacturers leveraging digital twins? In this 10-page guide, discover use cases for digital twins and find out the value that the technology can drive for your manufacturer.
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Automotive MBOM: Common pitfalls & how to avoid them
By: Siemens
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To learn how automotive manufacturers can better manage their manufacturing bill of materials (MBOM), check out this blog by Siemens.
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101 guide to simulation-based manufacturing
By: Siemens
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How can you boost your manufacturing process’s efficiency without sacrificing quality? Simulation-based manufacturing, Siemens argues, can help. Check out this video for a quick introduction to simulation-based manufacturing process planning.
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How to reduce manufacturing errors & save money
By: Tacton
Type: Blog
The biggest mistake manufacturers make is assuming all errors stem from the factory and production lines. Errors can happen as early as the conversation between your sales rep and the customer. Access this blog post to discover the power of industrial manufacturing CPQ solutions and learn about strategies for reducing manufacturing errors.
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Connecting your products to provide instant remote support
By: TeamViewer
Type: Product Overview
As different as their industries may be, there is one thing that all manufacturers have in common: When a problem occurs, their customers expect quick support. That’s why many have begun connecting their products to provide instant remote support. Download this resource to learn more.
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Bringing sustainability to your industrial data architecture
By: HighByte
Type: Blog
While industrial processes are a big contributor to a company’s CO2 emissions, data processing and storage is also an important part of the sustainability equation. Read on to learn how manufacturers can support their sustainability goals while potentially increasing production and why DataOps is crucial for success.
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How to apply lean manufacturing to data management
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The volume, velocity and variety of raw industrial data are ever increasing, making it difficult to work with. Fortunately, manufacturers already have the framework they need to streamline data production and preparation. Read on to learn how you can enable your organization with lean data.
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Ready-to-use application development platform
By: Be-Terna
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A leading manufacturer in Germany was having difficulty developing user applications directly in their ERP system, and they realized they needed a new solution. Access this case study to discover how they were able to leverage the Reactor Platform to boost efficiency and reduce operational complexity with a seamless end-to-end process.
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ERP buyer’s guide: Find the right solution for your business
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This ERP buyer’s guide is designed to give you the insights needed to make an informed choice on a solution that suits you best. Read the white paper now to learn how viewing ERP selection as a strategic partnership opens doors to enhanced productivity, sustained growth, and a lasting competitive advantage.
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How Can Manufacturers Leverage CPQ for Sustainability?
By: Tacton
Type: Blog
It has become clear that creating new and exciting ways to buy sustainable products will be a key success factor in the upcoming years for manufacturers. So, how can your organization adapt? Access this blog post to learn how CPQ (Configure, Price, Quote) software can help set your business up for sustainability success.
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Cut healthcare supply chain costs by 17% by digitizing SCM
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Under traditional supply chain scenarios, physicians have little visibility into the volume and cost of the products and devices they consume. Read this paper to understand how a digitized supply chain creates clearer consumption visibility, supports better patient outcomes, and reduces waste and expense.
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Creating Optimized End-to-End Operations with CPQ Integrations
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Disruption has become the status quo for manufacturing, but it's possible to create seamless internal processes that are always producing accurate and up-to-date quotes that can handle a changing market place. Explore this e-book to learn how CPQ software can help manufacturers transform information silos into seamless experiences.
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Supply Chain Orchestrator for manufacturers: Top 4 benefits
By: InterSystems
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CPQ: A solution for modern sales quoting in manufacturing
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ERP solution: Enable end-to-end security for your business
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In this blog post, you’ll learn what end of support means, why it matters, and how you can monitor the support status of your Microsoft ERP solutions. You’ll also discover how BE-terna can help you migrate to the latest versions of Microsoft ERP solutions and guarantee end-to-end security for your business. Read on to learn more.
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The Importance of Supply Chain Visibility
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A Computer Weekly buyer's guide to cloud enterprise applications
By: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.com
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Businesses require suitable cloud applications to manage their processes effectively. In this 17-page buyer’s guide, Computer Weekly looks at the advantages of best-of-breed SaaS products, explores the rise of industry cloud and assesses its value in the corporate IT sector.
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Public vs. private vs. hybrid cloud S/4HANA and ERP deployments
By: Microsoft, Intel, SAP
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In this expert e-guide, we explore how to future-proof your ERP system and increase its flexibility. Learn about the migration to S/4HANA as well as the pros and cons of private vs. public vs. hybrid cloud-based ERP deployments.
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Manufacturing leader’s guide to mastering logistics
By: Blue Yonder
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As manufacturers continue to face high pressures for their supply chain and logistics processes, many organizations are looking for effective ways to meet customer expectations and combat recent challenges. So, what are the best ways companies can do so? Browse this guide to learn more.
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Monitoring temperature sensitive products at scale
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7 Benefits of Adopting Smart Manufacturing
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SaaS ERP mushrooms during Covid crisis, up to a point
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Case study: How nVent Hoffman is leveraging CPQ
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CFOs and finance pros: What you can learn from lean manufacturing
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Trustwave threat intelligence findings
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Recent findings show that the average data breach in the manufacturing sector costs $4.7 million. This webcast investigates the unique challenges involved in securing manufacturing operations, as well as key research findings and strategies that can be used to overcome these challenges. Watch to learn more.
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Five stages of supply chain management
By: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.com
Type: Infographic
Supply chain management (SCM) is the optimization of a product's creation and flow from sourcing to production, logistics and delivery. Because it's such a complex undertaking, each partner must communicate and work together to create efficiencies, manage risk and adapt quickly to change. In this infographic learn about the 5 steps of SCM.
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