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Next generation ERP is a far cry from traditional ERP solutions of the past. New technology platforms allow users to engage with ERP in new and different ways with intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces, which don't rely on intimate knowledge of how the system or the data is structured. This opens doors to a whole new level of executive involvement.

Selecting the right firm that can meet your requirements can be challenging, however, consultants vary in their level and type of ERP expertise, experience, geographic coverage, size and vertical industry knowledge. Fortunately, there are some common criteria to consider when selecting your next ERP consulting firm.

Your company is growing with new subsidiaries, new acquisitions and new global markets. You need to run these new entities efficiently and get real-time visibility into their performance—but can you afford a year-long implementation and multimillion-dollar price tag to standardize global operations on your on-premise ERP system?

Implementing a Big Data project might make sense for your organization. But before you start investing in the time and resources required, make sure the effort will ultimately enable you to differentiate between the beneficial “signals” and the distracting "noise.”

Companies that succeed over the long term tend to focus on both “performance” and “health,” with heavy emphasis on upfront training in new tools, processes, and approaches so they can build up a cadre of experienced managers who can sustain this effort far into the future.

Purchasing and successfully implementing an ERP system is one of the costliest, labor intensive, stressful and business critical undertakings any business can embark upon. In this article we look at the importance of understanding the system, collaboration, budget control, resources, data migration, ongoing development and user adoption.

At many companies, there is a divide between procurement and supply chain operations that robs the organization of vital efficiencies. Companies that have recognized that gap and worked hard to close it now see sizeable financial benefits along with qualitative wins such as supplier-integrated contracts and streamlined processes.

Experts point to certain key traits of procurement excellence, including an overall strategic orientation, alignment with business objectives, a risk management role, and an ability to collaborate both internally and externally. Here are some insights on developing these capabilities.

Gone are the days when the priorities of a few high-tech startups determined the pace of business technology development. Today, innovators come in all shapes and sizes, and they're all looking to maximize the return on their technology dollars by embracing more flexible and powerful solutions. In the year to come, these X trends will dominate the discussion and set the pace for global technology leadership.

This Analyst Insight will illustrate Best-in-Class strategies for delivering software that provides the organization with high Return on Investment (ROI) while managing the triangle of quality, cost, and time.

Our preliminary analyses suggest that the biggest gain could come from initiatives to build trust among the team members. Managers should also make an effort to nurture this trusting environment over time.

Trunki, a children's travel product manufacturer and retailer, switched from Sage to NetSuite cloud ERP and SuiteCommerce to streamline key business processes, boost productivity, and support international growth.

A cloud pioneer sees more manufacturers and distributors taking to the cloud

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