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ERP Evaluation Center

Nov 23, 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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Rising Elephant Creates Euphoria: India's Growing Markets Are a Boon for SCM Vendors (3 Pages)
by Ashfaque Ahmed
Apr 13, 2007 Abstract : The nature of the organized retailing market in India may present challenges for software providers, but the opportunity to tap into and benefit from this market's huge (and growing) potential can yield sizable returns for supply chain management software vendors.
Type: Article
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Justification of ERP Investments Part Three: Costs of Implementing an ERP System (3 Pages)
by Dr. Scott Hamilton
Feb 12, 2004 Abstract : Enterprise resource planning (ERP) implementation costs can be divided into one-time costs and ongoing annual costs. Both types of costs can be segmented into hardware, software, external assistance, and internal personnel. Reprinted from Maximizing Your ERP System by Dr. Scott Hamilton.
Type: Article
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Justification of ERP Investments Part Four: Replacing or Re-implementing an ERP System (3 Pages)
by Dr. Scott Hamilton
Feb 13, 2004 Abstract : An investment analysis focusing on enterprise resource planning (ERP) benefits frequently applies to those firms initially justifying an ERP implementation. It can also be used to justify a 're-implementation' when the initial efforts have failed to produce desired results. Reprinted from Maximizing Your ERP System by Dr. Scott Hamilton.
Type: Article
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Justification of ERP Investments Part Two: The Intangible Effects of ERP (6 Pages)
by Dr. Scott Hamilton
Feb 11, 2004 Abstract : The intangible or non-financial benefits of an integrated enterprise resource planning (ERP) system can be viewed from several perspectives. For illustrative purposes, the discussion will focus on the benefits for accounting, product and process design, production, sales, and management information system MIS functions. From the overall company standpoint, ERP provides a framework for working effectively together and providing a consistent plan for action. Reprinted from Maximizing Your ERP System by Dr. Scott Hamilton.
Type: Article
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The ERP Market 2001 And Beyond – Part 4: Market Predictions by P.J. Jakovljevic
Oct 11, 2001 Abstract : ERP will be redefined as a platform for enabling e-business globally. Originally focused on automating internal processes of an enterprise, ERP systems will include customer and supplier-centric processes as well. The conclusive evidence of this redefinition is the move of all major ERP players into CRM and SCM applications.
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Small ERP Vendors Missing The ASP Boat (3 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic & B. Spencer
Feb 22, 2001 Abstract : Our experience from conducting dozens of ERP software selection engagements recently teaches us that some number of smaller enterprises, first-time ERP buyers, opt for an ASP. Surprising, however was that an even more significant number of incumbent mid-market vendors by not addressing this trend have been handing over a big opportunity to their bigger brethren.
Type: Article
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Enterprise Software Product Outsourcing: A Fresh Perspective for Mid-market Vendors (4 Pages)
by Ashfaque Ahmed
Dec 1, 2005 Abstract : Creating outsourcing centers is a viable option for companies under pressure to develop quality products with tight time and budget restraints. Mid-market companies, however, often do not have this option, but can still benefit from partnering with an outsourcing provider.
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ERP Beginner's Guide In So Many Words (4 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Feb 5, 2001 Abstract : ERP remains the information backbone for contemporary manufacturing enterprises. However, today's ERP systems are required to address more than traditional processes taking place within the walls of an enterprise. This is a concise ERP reference guide for anyone needing a general knowledge of ERP features and the ramifications of implementing it (or not).
Type: Article
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ERP Showdown—Round 2! Exact Macola ES vs. Infor SyteLine vs. QAD MFG/PRO (1 Pages)
by Dylan Persaud
Abstract : I'm Dylan Persaud, senior analyst at Technology Evaluation Centers. Due to the overwhelming response to our first ERP Showdown, we're pleased to present another head-to-head discrete enterprise resource planning (ERP) comparison. Here, then, is ERP Showdown, Round 2!—featuring Exact Macola ES vs. Infor SyteLine vs. QAD MFG/PRO.
Type: White Paper
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