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AMA customer testimonial
VIDEO: Learn how one manufacturing-specific ERP solution has helped them achieve their highest levels of success in this short video. Discover how AMA was able to consolidate information and streamline operations to increase ease of access to information and revenue.
Posted: 09 Apr 2015 | Premiered: 27 Mar 2015


4 key dimensions for ERP success
EGUIDE: This e-guide provides experts' top five signs that multiple ERP systems are standing in the way of ERP optimization, starting with multiple databases and servers. Read on to reveal ERP consolidation tips to address four key dimensions: business processes, user perspective, technology and cost.
Posted: 03 Oct 2013 | Published: 03 Oct 2013


How to: Establishing a baseline for manufacturing metrics
EGUIDE: Fore a look at mission-crticial metrics, this e-guide provides an overview of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) metrics and the Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) model, addressing the fundamental tenets and benefits of each.
Posted: 03 Oct 2013 | Published: 03 Oct 2013


Useful tips on how to choose the right Cloud or ERP solution
EGUIDE: This e-guide outlines important issues for manufacturers to consider when establishing requirements. Mike Canniff, senior partner at Mercury Consulting and professor of management information systems at the University of the Pacific, provides his insights for cloud ERP integrations.
Posted: 02 Oct 2013 | Published: 02 Oct 2013


Barcodes vs RFID: The pros and cons of each side reviewed
EGUIDE: This e-guide reviews the pros and cons of bar code technology, and addresses niche areas where radio frequency identification (RFID) is gaining traction.
Posted: 02 Oct 2013 | Published: 02 Oct 2013


What manufacturers should know before moving to the cloud
EGUIDE: Taking advantage of SaaS and PaaS cloud computing options can help you reduce software costs. But before you dive in, there are few things you should consider. In this e-guide, Forrester Research senior analyst Glenn O'Donnell, IDC Manufacturing Insights vice president Bob Parker, and other industry experts share their insights.
Posted: 16 Jan 2013 | Published: 08 Jan 2013


Strategically leveraging Sales and Operations Planning in manufacturing
EGUIDE: Read this SearchManufacturingERP.com e-guide to find industry expert recommendations for how to choose the right sales and operations planning (S&OP) tools for your organization (ERP add-ons vs. specialized "best of breed" tools) and leverage new S&OP capabilities such as what-if analysis and financial performance data integration.
Posted: 16 Jan 2013 | Published: 08 Jan 2013


Practical tips for deploying sustainable supply chains
EGUIDE: In this e-guide, explore expert tips for developing an effective sustainability model for your supply chain, factors and obstacles you'll need to consider, and two case studies detailing the real-world challenges and successes of manufacturers identified as "leaders in sustainability" by the analyst firm IDC Manufacturing Insights.
Posted: 16 Jan 2013 | Published: 08 Jan 2013


Mobile computing strategies in manufacturing
EGUIDE: Understanding the challenges you'll face and finding the right role within your operations for mobile devices or applications will be crucial to the success of a manufacturing mobility initiative.Read this expert e-guide to understand the current state of the market for mobility in manufacturingand how it stands to shape up in the coming months.
Posted: 16 Jan 2013 | Published: 08 Jan 2013


Beginner’s guide to manufacturing PLM tools
EGUIDE: In this product lifecycle managment (PLM) e-guide, discover an overview of the basics of PLM tools, software selection and implementation tips from industry experts, the value of cloud PLM, 3D CAD imagery, and social media add-ons, and why− and how− PLM is branching out from discrete manufacturing into process manufacturing.
Posted: 16 Jan 2013 | Published: 08 Jan 2013


A Focused Look: How Payroll in a Comprehensive System Saves Time & Money
WHITE PAPER: Read this case study to discover the benefits Wisconsin Plastics, Inc. (WIS) achieved by implementing a software module for these processes that integrates seamlessly with its existing enterprise resource planning (ERP) software.
Posted: 08 Nov 2012 | Published: 01 Nov 2012


Beyond barcodes and RFID: WiFi,RTLS, and other next-gen sensor technologies for manufacturing
EGUIDE: In this eBook, read expert advice on finding the right mix of next generation wireless sensor technologies for every warehouse and shop floor.
Posted: 01 Nov 2011 | Published: 01 Nov 2011


Warehouse management tips, techniques, and technologies
EBOOK: This eBook explains the benefits of warehouse management systems (WMSs) and how to boost their effectiveness through integration with related technologies, such as labor management systems (LMSs) and RFID.
Posted: 05 Sep 2011 | Published: 05 Sep 2011


Newest techniques for using technology to enable the demand-driven supply chain
EBOOK: This eBook explains the latest demand planning software tools and strategies, provides an update on advanced demand-sensing technologies, and offers tips on handling BI challenges,
Posted: 11 Aug 2011 | Published: 10 Aug 2011


E-Guide Planning for a successful ERP and MES integration
EBOOK: This eGuide provides buying tips and implementation advice for manufacturers looking to implement manufacturing execution systems (MES) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems to manage inventory, supply chains and more.
Posted: 29 Jul 2011 | Published: 07 Jul 2011


Business intelligence and analytics for improved supply chain management
EBOOK: This eBook discusses how analytics technology can transform supply chains by improving visibility, making it a more efficient process, and contributing to more timely, accurate predictions.
Posted: 05 May 2011 | Published: 05 May 2011


Getting the Most Out of ERP: Cost reduction tips and fast payback projects
EGUIDE: In this eGuide, get expert tips for reducing support and maintenance costs, and read about fast payback projects to help you get the most you can out of your ERP applications.
Posted: 08 Apr 2011 | Published: 08 Apr 2011


A manufacturer’s guide to navigating the procurement and sourcing technology landscape
EBOOK: In this eBook, learn what the newest procurement tools can do and gain a better understanding of how to move beyond indirect spend management to the direct goods that impact the entire product lifecycle.
Posted: 18 Mar 2011 | Published: 16 Mar 2011


E-Book: Project Management Tips for Successful ERP Implementations
EBOOK: ERP implementation projects require the complex coordination of people, process, and technology. If one part is mismanaged, the entire implementation can go off track. Project management can make or break ERP implementations. This e-book explains the tools and best practices that can keep an ERP implementation on time, in scope, and under budget.
Posted: 27 Oct 2010 | Published: 27 Oct 2010


E-Book: How to Justify, Plan, and Execute a Successful ERP Upgrade
EBOOK: Seems like you’ve just finished a multi-year ERP implementation and already it’s time to consider an upgrade. Do the new features justify the hassle and expense? Or should you wait - and risk paying more to maintain an obsolete system? This eBook provides expert advice on making the case for an upgrade and executing a plan to ensure a positive ROI.
Posted: 04 Aug 2010 | Published: 04 Aug 2010


E-Book: Best Practices for Selecting Midmarket ERP Software
EBOOK: With over 80 different ERP packages available today, determining what’s right for your organization can seem like a daunting task. But, with this e-book you will get advice and best practices for every step of the ERP software selection process. Ensuring you will not get lost in the sea of ERP software.
Posted: 20 Apr 2010 | Published: 20 Apr 2010


E-Book: Manufacturing IT Guide - How to Evaluate and Buy Small to Mid-Size ERP Platforms
EBOOK: This E-Book offers best practices for SMBs and midmarket organizations evaluating ERP platforms and provides suggestions on how to avoid procurement pitfalls.
Posted: 04 Mar 2010 | Published: 04 Mar 2010


E-Book: Lean manufacturing and ERP: How to leverage ERP to get lean
EBOOK: A manufacturing firm adopting the principles of lean manufacturing can effectively leverage the company's ERP system during its transition to lean. This E-Book explains what part of the plant you should start with; the importance of simplifying the ERP system; how to balance the ERP system with lean principles; and what pitfalls to avoid.
Posted: 05 Mar 2009 | Published: 05 Mar 2009


eBook: Manufacturing ERP software selection demystified: How to evaluate ERP platforms
EBOOK: There are many choices and considerations in the manufacturing ERP software market - and navigating the many options to find the right choice for your organization can seem like an overwhelming task. In this E-Book, read how SearchManufacturingERP.com turned to the experts at Panorama Consulting Group find the right one.
Posted: 05 Mar 2009 | Published: 05 Mar 2009


How Successful Manufacturing ERP Selections Are Made: The Top Things to Look for, Look at, and Look beyond When Evaluating an ERP Purchase
WHITE PAPER: This paper examines the major considerations manufacturers looking to add, upgrade of replace Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software should be aware of. By being cognizant of these aspects you'll ensure that you'll be able to select a solution that best fits your needs, both now and in the future.
Posted: 24 Dec 2008 | Published: 24 Dec 2008