WHITE PAPER:
See how manufacturers are adding value to product offerings with a new business model. Using their ecosystems to build a solution provider network, they are enabling supply network collaboration with suppliers, engineers, and financial services organizations, as well as developing industry coalitions to drive more value to customers.
ANALYST BRIEF:
In this paper, IDC Insight highlights the important elements of the IBM Smarter Commerce announcement and looks at the implications of the announcement in the context of a powerful movement that is occurring in the commerce solutions marketplace, both business to business (B2B) and business to consumer (B2C).
EBOOK:
This eBook explains the latest demand planning software tools and strategies, provides an update on advanced demand-sensing technologies, and offers tips on handling BI challenges,
WHITE PAPER:
This resource reveals how a new cloud-based approach to two-tier ERP can deliver the full functionality that your organization needs to support global operations – while still keeping costs low.
EGUIDE:
Alternatives to traditional, on-premise enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems like Software as a Service (SaaS), server virtualization and cloud computing have complicated the selection process for manfuacturers. Explore this expert e-guide to find out which ERP software is right for your organization's needs.
EGUIDE:
Not all companies are truly ready for Software-as-a-(SaaS), and other factors could indicate that using a traditional on-premises server and ERP application might by the smartest move for some small and medium-sized enterprises. In this Tip Guide, readers will learn the factors to consider when choosing a SaaS ERP delivery model.
EGUIDE:
To get on the right path towards manageable enterprise resource planning (ERP) software maintenance, license and support costs, there are several steps manufacturers can take. Read this e-guide to learn ways to reduce long-term total cost of ownership. Also, find expert advice on ERP customization.
EGUIDE:
According to a recent Aberdeen Group study, companies are prioritizing supply chain visibility, inventory optimization, supply chain analytics, and supply chain outsourcing as ways to cut supply chain management (SCM) costs this year. Read this e-guide to explore the latest expert tips and guidance on SCM cost-cutting strategies.
EBOOK:
This expert e-book will help manufacturers analyze the costs and benefits of two-tier enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. Inside, learn why two-tier ERP is on the rise, find best practices for sticking with a legacy ERP system, and more.
