Bar Code Data Collection
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This paper discusses how bar code data collection can realise a rapid return on investment.
Key themes: Inventory management, ROI calculation.
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Developing an ERP business case
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Your business case must be based on sound financial principles. This document outlines where to look to release value to support your business case.
Key themes: Return on investment, Inventory, Manufacturing planning, Sales, Purchasing, Requisitions, Financing ERP.
Developing an ERP business case
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ERP Multi-site It can can you
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In this paper Martin Roberts suggests that the greatest challenge for some companies when considering a multi-site ERP implementation is not the limitation of the software but the culture of the company.
Key themes: Multi-site ERP, Standard Costing, Business Culture.
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ERP or Best of Breed
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Personal experience of using both ERP and best of breed software solutions in business has helped me change my mind about which is the best answer.
Key themes: Best practice, Source code, Competitive advantage.
ERP or Best of Breed
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ERP Selection
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In this whitepaper Martin Roberts proposes that there is little choice between the functionality of different ERP systems so focussing on the implementation partners and go to market strategy are key aspects to consider.
Key themes: ERP Selection, Implementation partner, vanilla or customise.
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IT Support Options
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When looking to reduce cost of in-house IT how do you reduce costs without increasing attendant risk?
Key themes: IT Risk, In-house versus Outsourcing, Employee motivations.
IT Support Options
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Securing Competitive Advantage
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If you have implemented ERP in the past then you possibly gained competitive advantage. However this advantage can be eroded over time.
Key themes: ERP implementation, Upgrade or replace
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Simply the best (ERP Project Team Members)
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In this paper Martin Roberts takes a wry view as to the types of person you need to be on your ERP Project Team.
Key themes: ERP, Project Teams, Implementation, Selection.
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Too Much Planning Hurts Your Business
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A discussion around production planning and how good planning can be subverted, unwittingly, and cause excessive overtime and late deliveries.
Key themes: Shop floor control, Master Production Scheduling, Shop floor data collection.
Too Much Planning Hurts Your Business
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Getting the best from your ERP project team
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Having a well motivated project team for your ERP project is vital to its success. This paper discusses the types of project teams and some strategies to get the best from them.
Key themes: Project team management, ERP implementation, Employee motivation.
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