The distribution and sale of a project is itself a project that should be supported by a fully integrated ERP application. The requirements for this should not be underestimated. The aspects that should be considered when selecting software for sales in the project business are highlighted here.
Read MoreIn search of the project costs
Project management software is a dime a dozen.
Read MoreERP project: when it needs to be complex
If you look up the meaning of the word „project“ in the Duden dictionary, you'll come across the following explanation: a project is a (large-scale) planned or already begun undertaking. This description also fits perfectly when it comes to ERP projects – only that „large-scale“ should be doubly underlined, rather than bracketed.
Read MoreLinear vs. agile: project management in a roundabout way
However, for those who find the approaches a bit too complex, there are now two „simpler“ methods to consider. Here you only really need to ask yourself one question: would you rather take the linear or the agile route?
Read MoreProject management and its methods
Every scientist knows that reliable methods are essential for good results. And project management is a science in itself. The right method for planning and controlling can make or break a project's success - simply because it is the only way to measure it. Only those who document with specific procedures can make the right decisions for the project based on the data. Therefore, even the best method is no substitute for thinking for yourself.
Read MoreInternally in the ERP project: key users
While some decisions regarding an ERP project are made consciously, others are made carelessly. For example, the choice of key user is often underestimated.
Read MoreCorrectly delimit maintenance with Pro Rata functions
For all companies that bill for any kind of maintenance (e.g. in the software & IT industry), the billing of maintenance fees is a regular challenge. This is doubly true for companies that not only sell maintenance but also purchase it from other software manufacturers.
MARIProject's contract management for SAP Business One provides some exclusive functions for the management of maintenance invoices.
Update: MariProject for SAP Business One
Maringo has released a new update ( 5.2.003) for MariProject. The new version of the SAP Business One extension for project-orientated companies contains a number of new features.
Read MoreLet's be honest: Do ERP projects have to be so complicated?
After years of arguing about function and technology, SAP has been moving in a new direction on the marketing side for some time now. Simple is the keyword right at the top. Access to Business It should be simple.
Read MoreThe big ERP project no-go's
If you've been following our posts for a while, you've probably heard it before: ERP projects are often approached with the wrong expectations.
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