Systems Integration Research
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Optimizing ERP Investments Through Manufacturing ERP Management Best Practices
Sponsored by: Infor WFM WorkbrainNavigating enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems isn't always easy, but is necessary for the success of your business. Read this expert guide to learn five key tips and best practices for managing your ERP systems.
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Confronting the Immediacy of Now
Sponsored by: InforRead this paper to learn how next-gen enterprise resource planning (ERP) software is faster than ever and can give your business a competitive edge when it comes to responding to customer requests, process speeds, and decision making.
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Navigating ERP Projects: What Every SMB Should Avoid
Sponsored by: Exact SoftwareAn enterprise resource planning (ERP) software implementation can be a huge task for small to midsized businesses (SMBs) to take on. Don't risk starting an implementation you don't have the resources or time to complete. This expert guide offers 10 dos and don'ts of navigating ERP projects for SMBs.
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SMB ERP Software Selection Process Unraveled
Sponsored by: Exact SoftwareUse this expert resource as a guide to understanding which enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems are best suited to fit your needs and why the biggest vendors might not always be the best option. Also find six steps for evaluating and selecting your ERP platform.
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How to Evaluate and Buy Small or Midsize ERP Platforms
Sponsored by: Exact SoftwareThis e-book provides expert best practices for small and midsized businesses (SMBs) to follow when evaluating enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. Read more to learn how to avoid speed bumps along the way and make the process as smooth as possible.
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Integrate banking services with IBM WebSphere DataPower Integration Appliance XI50 for zEnterprise
Sponsored by: IBMAn enterprise service bus (ESB) increases the flexibility provided by a service oriented architecture (SOA) by decoupling a service requester from a service provider. Read this white paper to learn how these capabilities can be used by banks to simplify integration of banking services, lower costs and speed up time to market.
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Considerations for making System z your ESB deployment platform
Sponsored by: IBMThis white paper explains the importance of connectivity— enabled by an enterprise service bus (ESB)— in an effective service oriented architecture (SOA) implementation, and makes a case for System z as an optimal platform for ESB reliability and performance.
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How to Build a Business Case for ERP in Today’s Economy
Sponsored by: Sage SoftwareThis expert guide helps you build a solid business case for ERP including important questions to ask, how to define your business needs, comparing in-house ERP to Software as a Service (Sass), upgrade options, and more.
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Seven ERP Software Implementation Success Factors
Sponsored by: Sage SoftwareA successful enterprise resource planning (ERP) software implementation cannot happen without a clear understanding of your business needs and requirements. Read this guide to learn seven keys to successfully choosing and implementing an ERP software that will ensure benefits for your business.
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Does an ERP Implementation Make Sense for Your Organization?
Sponsored by: Sage SoftwareHow can you tell if your organization is ready for an enterprise resource planning (ERP) software implementation? Read this guide for advice on how to know if choosing ERP is the right strategy for you and get answers to the three most important questions you should address before you select an ERP vendor.
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SearchManufacturingERP.com Tip Guide: Manufacturing Social Media Software: Where it Makes Sense
Sponsored by: Ariba, Inc.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.
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Tips for Becoming a Successful Social Enterprise
Sponsored by: SalesforceRead this presentation transcript to learn how Burberry, a luxury clothing brand, leveraged Force.com's cloud platform to extend their business to the social enterprise, broaden their audience reach, and enable mobile applications.
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Best Practices for Developing SaaS ERP RFPs and SLAs
Sponsored by: Sage SoftwareDeveloping a Software as a Service (SaaS) enterprise resource planning (ERP) request for proposal (RFP) is different from on-premise, requiring more attention to the vendor’s financial viability. In this expert guide, readers will get advice on the right questions to ask when purchasing SaaS ERP.
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Hosted ERP or SaaS: What’s Right for Your Organization?
Sponsored by: Sage SoftwareRead this e-book to compare traditional hosted enterprise resource planning (ERP) apps to Software as a Service (SaaS). Uncover the benefits and challenges of each alternative and decide which is best for your organization
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The Midmarket Manufacturer’s Guide to Getting Started with ERP
Sponsored by: Sage SoftwareIn this e-book, learn how to build a business case for a midmarket ERP system and get tips on navigating the market and implementing software.
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ERP Technology Trends Point to a ‘Bright’ Future, Forrester Says
Sponsored by: Plex SystemsA report by Forrester Research Inc. predicts that there are seven technologies to be on the lookout for in the next five years because they will be changing enterprise computing. This tip guide outlines the upcoming trends including mobile technology, Software as a Service (SaaS), and business process management (BPM).
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SaaS Solutions With a Vertical Slant
Sponsored by: Plex SystemsSeeking better supply chain management, the CIO of a manufacturing company found his answer in an unusual place - Software as a Service (SaaS) enterprise resource planning (ERP). In this case study, learn how a SaaS ERP system enabled this manufacturer to save costs, share hardware and software with other customers, and satisfy security needs.
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Gartner: SaaS-Based ERP Can Help With IT Governance
Sponsored by: Plex SystemsA recent Gartner study unexpectedly found that Software as a Service (SaaS) enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems reinforce IT governance policies. In this expert guide, learn how SaaS ERP platforms can be customized, are simpler to use than on-premise ERP, and support better IT governance.
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Users consider Oracle EBS R12 upgrade as Premier Support for 11i ends
Sponsored by: Fujitsu & OracleAs availability for Oracle E-Business Suite Release 11i premier support is quickly running out, many organizations are contemplating an an upgrade to release 12. However, the headaches associated with an upgrade are sparking hesitation in many businesses. This guide offers expert suggestions for making an Oracle upgrade less challenging.
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Oracle E-Business Suite users face EBS R12 upgrade challenges
Sponsored by: Fujitsu & OraclePremier support for Oracle E-Business Suite 11i is quickly coming to a close. Businesses should be anticipating an upgrade to release 12, but the challenges associated with moving their data are weighing heavy on their minds. In this guide, find strategies and tips for easing the transition to the latest release of E-Business Suite.
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Forrester Report: The Total Economic Impact™ Of The Cisco Unified Computing System
Sponsored by: CISCO & INTEL® XEON® PROCESSORThis white paper quantifies the advantages of unified computing and presents key findings from interviews with organizations who implemented it. Discover the savings you can expect across several key categories and determine whether this IT model is right for your organization.
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Cisco Unified Computing System: Meet the Challenges of Today’s Microsoft Exchange Server Workloads
Sponsored by: Cisco Systems, Inc.This white paper explores the challenges of upgrading Microsoft Exchange and explains why it is essential that you successfully coordinate between server, storage, and network stacks to ensure stable business operations. Read this white paper to learn how a unified computing system can help you achieve this goal.
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ASNA Staged Application Modernization and Migration with Wings and Monarch
Sponsored by: ASNAMost IBM i-centric businesses face one or both of two core challenges today: frustrations with the green-screen user interface and/or the need to migrate off of RPG and perhaps even the IBM i platform. Explore how you can use ASNA’s application modernization strategy to get an affordable, easily improved user interface for your RPG programs.
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Quick Start Guide – Oracle SOA Suite 11g
Sponsored by: Oracle CorporationBy planning for problems now, you can avoid them all together. Check out this white paper, Quick Start Guide for Oracle SOA Suite 11gR1, for an extensive look at how you can properly implement an Oracle service-oriented architecture (SOA) at your organization.
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Top mistakes made when automating IT tasks
Sponsored by: BMC Software, Inc.Automating data center processes may seem like a cure for tight IT budgets, but if you implement it incorrectly you risk incurring extra costs. Access this expert e-guide to find out how to overcome the top five common automation errors made when automating IT tasks, plus more.
