Today many field service organisations still rely on legacy systems and business processes when managing oilfield operations. Remote locations limit the visibility into field activities and manual processes impede efficiency, customer service and profits. [Read More]
Contrary to popular belief, Europe’s largest economy, Germany is not all about work. Why is it then, that Germany is the European powerhouse? [Read More]
Don’t let the phrase “ERP implementation” scare you. ERP implementations can, but don’t have to be a nightmare as long as you’re sure to stick to a few basic guidelines. [Read More]
There is no doubt about the relevance and importance of ERP in modern business today but the cost of implementing an ERP cannot be ignored. [Read More]
Most of the manufacturing world has gone global. Access to larger markets drives higher demand for products and as manufacturers grow in size, so does the complexity of running their business. [Read More]
Everyone in the manufacturing world is familiar with Kanban, the scheduling system for lean manufacturing and just-in-time manufacturing. This system was Toyota’s disruptive force to improve manufacturing efficiency. Based entirely on demand, organisations using this system significantly reduced waste as inventory is produced only when there is demand for it. [Read More]
We all know how hard it is to choose the right ERP software for your organisation. The months and months of planning and shortlisting the top ERP software’s in the market, going through countless reviews, reading a 100 brochures, it’s definitely a long and arduous road. [Read More]
There has been a major shift from HR’s traditional function of tactical management of employees to the development of strategic insight and value creation. But payroll remains predominantly a tactical function in most companies. It is easy to under evaluate and under appreciate the payroll function so long as employees get their salaries on time and this makes it difficult to explain to upper management, the need for change. [Read More]
No matter how difficult your current operational and technical environment, convincing senior management to invest in ERP is far worse. The bottom line is everyone wants to earn money but nobody wants to spend it. Well, the secret lies in a simple ROI calculation. [Read More]
This morning’s read of Deloittes analysis on 2018 retail, wholesale and distribution industry trends gives the reader a sense of optimism on the marriage between technology and the retail, wholesale and distribution industry. [Read More]
