We know signing on to do a major software upgrade at your company is a big deal. We make sure our customers do not treat this process lightly as there are many factors that need to be considered prior to any software implementation However, nothing should stop you from going through with this improvement, since, after all, it IS an improvement. Read more
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The Initial Transition to a New Software System
The implementation of any new software system can always seem a little daunting at first. What’s important to remember (and keep reminding yourself) is that this phase of any software project doesn’t have to be so terrible. Typically, what can take the most time is the initial transition from the old system to the new (or in many cases, from NO system to A system – this is when companies have been relying primarily on using Excel Spreadsheets, Word documents and Email). During this initial transition we have a ‘Learning Period’, where, of course, employees need to learn how to actually use the new software application.
There are tons of big and small ways to increase a company’s operational efficiency. In order to stay ahead of the competition, it’s critical to focus on what your customer really wants from your business (& how you can provide it faster and cheaper), figure out how work really gets done by your employees (manage and improve your business processes), and remove any obvious inefficiencies like unnecessary manual data entry, continuous order delays, overproduction, etc. Read more
Here are 4 tips to help you simplify your business processes and increase efficiency in the workplace by leveraging business technology. It’s all about choosing the right management system and integrating it with add-ons, like an eCommerce Store and Mobile Applications. See the infographic below: Read more
In this day and age, in order to stay ahead of your competitors and ahead of all those innovative startups coming along, it’s crucial to modernize your technology and business practices. Invest in the proper integrated management system, data analytics tools, website, eCommerce Store, EDI communication, etc. The more your business processes are streamlined and automated, the more your team will be able to concentrate on nurturing relationships with current customers and build relationships with new ones. Read more
It’s difficult for SMEs to find a ‘middle ground’ solution when it comes to EDI translation & communication. When looking to get started using EDI, there are currently three options:
– buy an EDI translator, targeted to developers
– go with a large EDI Vendor to outsource your EDI communication
– do it all from scratch, in-house Read more
Ever take a step back to analyze your business workflow and processes? Do you know if your business is efficient? If you aren’t sure, here’s an infographic with a list of questions to help you assess if your business if efficient or if improvements need to be made to allow your company to grow and succeed. If you need more help with this analysis, contact us for a free consultation. Read more
Today’s infographic goes on to explain six considerations for an ERP software implementation, in order for it to be successful. The following findings were taken from University of Colorado’s “System Implementation Success Factors; It’s not just the Technology” by Paula Vaughan. Read more
ERP implementation, as we’ve stated in many of our previous articles, is never an easy or comfortable topic for many business executives. Too many managers have gone through such bad software implementation experiences that they are now hesitant to upgrade their current out-dated system, only because they fear to go through a similar implementation process again. Read more
I wrote an article on the ‘Top 4 Common Business Software Misconceptions’. Today’s article is a continuation of that blog, but focusing more specifically on the misconceptions related to ERP software systems. These misconceptions have the power to prevent business executives from implementing a fully integrated ERP software solution at their company; which is why […]
