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ERP Evaluation Center

Nov 24, 2009
Today's usage of Decision Support Systems (DSS), combined with vetted ERP knowledge bases, allows organizations to save time and money, achieving better and more reliable/fully-documented decisions, a quantum improvement over the widely-used subjective process of selecting complex enterprise software...
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Let the (Excess) Inventory Flow! (3 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jan 26, 2007 Abstract : Because companies focus primarily on new product development and promotion, the problem of excess and obsolete inventory, once addressed, often leads to both the inventory and dollars flying out the door. There should be smarter ways of handling this problem.
Type: Article
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Inventory Planning & Optimization: Extending Your ERP System Part Three: Business Case for Inventory Optimization Solutions (2 Pages)
by D Hooiman
Apr 7, 2003 Abstract : Inventory Optimization software recognizes that different industries have different inventory profiles and requirements. Research has indicated that solutions are priced in a large range from tens of thousands of Dollars to millions of Dollars. In this niche market sector, price is definitely not an indicator of the quality of solution. ROI and usability are paramount.
Type: Article
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Seagate Software 'Crystallizes' Its New Name: Crystal Decisions (3 Pages)
by M. Reed
Apr 10, 2001 Abstract : Seagate Software has announced a new chapter in its corporate history by changing its name to Crystal Decisions. Crystal Decisions is an information infrastructure company that is a market leader in business intelligence, specifically for query and reporting tools. The new name reflects that of its flagship product, Crystal Reports.
Type: Article
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Managing Demand Using the Vendor Managed Inventory and Consignment Inventory Model by PATNI
Abstract : Integrating supply chains for better demand and supply management is a growing trend. Inventory, seen as the lifeblood of supply chains, is being streamlined and managed to meet lean manufacturing, just-in-time (JIT), vendor managed inventory (VMI), and value chain collaboration needs. VMI and the "consignment" inventory model, a distinctive flavor of VMI, can manage demand and improve operations.
Type: White Paper
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Supply Chain Decisions - Make Sure You Understand the Dollars and Sense (3 Pages)
by Jim Brown
Jul 21, 2003 Abstract : Companies make decisions about their supply chains every day. But do they really understand the impact of their decisions on the P&L, Balance Sheet, and key operational metrics? Do they have the tools to available to consider a broad set of possible options and their inherent trade-offs?
Type: Article
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Supply Chain Decisions - Make Sure You Understand the Dollars and Sense (3 Pages)
by Jim Brown
Jul 21, 2003 Abstract : Companies make decisions about their supply chains every day. But do they really understand the impact of their decisions on the P&L, Balance Sheet, and key operational metrics? Do they have the tools to available to consider a broad set of possible options and their inherent trade-offs?
Type: Article
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Inventory Reduction: Effectively Turning Excess Into Cash (5 Pages)
by R. Michael Donovan
May 16, 2002 Abstract : In virtually all manufacturing companies, there is a direct correlation between inventory levels and overall business performance. In fact, CEO's and CFO's believe that their companies consistently carry 25 to 40 percent or more inventory than is needed.
Type: Article
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Inventory Planning & Optimization: Extending Your ERP System Part Two: How It Works (5 Pages)
by D Hooiman
Apr 5, 2003 Abstract : Organizations today realize that although strategies focusing on outsourcing transportation, e-business and new distribution models are important, these are all secondary in relation to what lies at the heart of any supply chain: INVENTORY. Although firms have invested significantly in ERP and MRP systems in the last decade, overall inventory levels within the extended supply chain remain relatively unchanged.
Type: Article
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Active RFID Solutions for Asset Tracking and Inventory Management by Ficus Computer Engineering, Inc.
Abstract : Radio frequency identification (RFID) technology is fast replacing ScanCode technology in asset tracking and inventory management. Traditionally, asset tracking and inventory management in retail supply chain or manufacturing or service units depended heavily on manual scanning of bar code printed on each item at every strategic point. This white paper focuses on details of RFID technology and how you can automate asset tracking and inventory management of your enterprise using it. The white paper takes aid of a case study on how FicusSoft has developed and successfully implemented RFID integrated asset tracking and inventory management solutions for a reputed manufacturer of ultra-sensitive instruments used in the field of biotechnology and pharmaceutical research.
Type: White Paper
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