Once a company has implemented an ERP solution, that is not the end of it. Even a successfully completed ERP project does not guarantee the long-term success of a system.
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15
Sep
4
March
The small difference: ERP and merchandise management
Although enterprise resource planning software and ERP software are sometimes still used as synonyms, they refer to different system solutions. But what is the difference between an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system and an ERP solution? Whereas merchandise management focuses on goods, their storage and related warehousing, ERP software has the task of using all resources (goods, capital and personnel) efficiently(er) and thus improving business processes. The difference can best be seen in the task areas:
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26
Nov
10 statements that will show you that you need an ERP system
10 statements that will show you that you need an ERP system
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24
Nov
User survey: ERP fit for the future?
The clocks of the digital market world tick differently. That time is running out for IT systems in SMEs is shown by a recent survey by the strategy consulting firm Pierre Audoin Consultants (PAC).
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7
Aug
The future of ERP software
Flexible and individual - that's how today's ERP system should be. A recent study shows this. At the same time, however, user-friendliness must not be reduced.
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The standard usability of ERP systems in 9 points
Time and again it happens that certain services in ERP systems are touted as special and innovative, although they have long been standard in today's state of the art. Usability in particular is always a major issue. In order to clarify which requirements users may have of a standard ERP system, we have summarised the basis of user-friendly ERP software here.
1. Quick search with filter
Every ERP system that is user-friendly definitely offers the possibility to search for data records via a quick search. The user can activate the search field via a button or a shortcut and search for a name or a number, for example. The possible hits displayed are continuously compared with the filter.
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ERP failure and then? - How to prepare your company for problems with the ERP system
Fortunately, major problems or total failures are not the rule with ERP systems. Nevertheless, the day comes when the screen goes dark and work has to be done without the support of the software. Even if such incidents cannot be avoided directly, a company can still prepare for problems caused by an ERP failure.
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19
Jan
More usability for ERP systems
It is well known that ERP systems are the general answer to the complex processes of a company. However, a system must also be operated. This aspect is often not taken into account during the ERP introduction, which is why it often causes more confusion for the users after the start-up than they can fully use the ERP system. In addition, the general level of knowledge about software is often not uniform within the company. It usually requires a high level of support for the users to be able to use the system in its entirety. The multitude of functions is often daunting for ERP beginners and therefore not very user-friendly.
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7
Jan
The search for the right part 3: The ERP selection
Errors in ERP selection are usually due to ignorance. That is why an ERP selection process should also be tailored to the company's level of knowledge. Accordingly, the company must be prepared for the selection and the selection process must be prepared for the company.
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25
Nov
ERP solutions: The answer to data chaos
A sea of systems, a variety of software: In small and medium-sized enterprises, the IT landscape is manifold. But many companies are not aware that the use of diverse parallel systems can be detrimental to company growth. However, ERP systems have long offered a solution to this problem.
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