Whitepapers
ERP Selection
Synopsis: 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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Securing Competitive Advantage
Synopsis: 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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IT Support Options
Synopsis: 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.
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Too much planning hurts your business
Synopsis: 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.
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ERP or Best of breed?
Synopsis: 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.
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Developing an ERP Business Case
Synopsis: 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.
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Bar Code Data Collection
Synopsis: 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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Simply The Best (ERP Project Team Members)
Synopsis: 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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ERP Multi site. It can, can you?
Synopsis: 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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