The entire point of an audit – whether focused on processes, payments, security, or anything else – is to identify problems. Performed internally or by a third party, an audit is capable of digging into the fine details of the way a business operates, and that usually means uncovering practices and policies that aren’t working, gaps in training, or operational …
What Is ERP?
Perhaps you’ve heard the term “ERP” floating around your online circles. Maybe you’ve heard it mentioned by someone in your organization. With increasing popularity (and huge benefits for businesses of all kinds), it’s no surprise that ERP is making its way into water cooler chats and strategy sessions. So, in case you aren’t already familiar with what ERP is – …
ERP Mobile Technology
Nearly everyone has a smartphone in their pocket these days. Industries across the board are embracing the use of iPads and other tablets in offices and even on job sites. The technology itself continues to improve, and because of it, the use of mobile devices only becomes more widespread. It only makes sense that ERP systems would be included in …
What is Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V)
Systematic quality control is essential for meeting customer and regulatory standards. With that very need in mind, Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) is a method of meeting requirements and establishing assurance of quality. To understand the two components simply: • Verification is the evaluation that a product, service, or system is compliant with regulations, legal requirements, etc. • Validation is …
The Effect of ERP on ROI
For all the considerations a given company might have to make… From product quality to community outreach, continuing education to guiding principles and so much more… One factor remains a central part of every business: MONEY. No matter how you slice it, finances play a huge role in the operation of any organization. Even with higher missions, service to customers and …
How to Select The Right ERP System
If you’ve made your way to this article, you’ve taken the first step toward an ERP system in your business… Now you’ve got the hard part to deal with. What system will you choose? Selecting an ERP system is no small undertaking. Not only do you have many factors to consider, you also have a learning curve and training to …
ERP in the Financial Sector
All industries rely on resources. Those “raw materials” can include people, models, intellectual property, and so on – not just commodities or fuel. Managing resources of all kinds is a critical part of running a successful organization. Today, we’re looking at how ERP can be implemented in the financial sector to keep track of the unique “resources” of the industry. …
Cloud ERP in Manufacturing
Manufacturing today is no small undertaking. With rising costs of labor and materials, evolving technology, and more informed consumers than ever, manufacturers are walking a tightrope of managing expectations, overhead, a global customer base, and countless other pitfalls. For all of these challenges, cloud-based ERP systems provide solutions. It ultimately comes down to data management – exactly what ERP software …
Cloud ERP vs. On-Site ERP
When choosing an ERP solution, you’re faced with two main options: on-site (or on-premise) software, or cloud-based software. Before making a choice, it’s important to understand the differences between the two types of systems, and see the strengths and weaknesses of each so you can make an informed decision. The big difference is how each system is “delivered.” With on-site …
Tips for Implementing HR Software
Maybe you can remember the time when taking care of employee issues was simply looking around the office, making a few decisions about employee time-off, sick days, hours worked and occasionally advertising for and hiring a new employee. Then, because your business grew before your eyes, those previously simple tasks became complex, and time-consuming. This is where HR Software steps in …
