Cloud in the HR/HCM Sector

Cloud HCM systems have many uses. Sophisticated software means being able to track and analyze a huge range of information – including data about (and for) employees! HCM systems of all kinds help to reduce costs and improve tracking. Today, we’re looking at the ways HCM helps improve human resources (HR) and human capital management (HCM). Measure and Reward Performance …

Cloud ERP in the SCM Sector

Supply chain management is central running an efficient operation. A supply chain involves numerous vendors, multiple departments, and any number of employees – all working together to make sure supplies, raw materials, and stock are in place to meet customer needs. More and more companies are recognizing the benefits ERP software can provide in the SCM sector. As technology continues …

Challenges of Implementing an ERP

The benefits of ERP systems are numerous. Whether it’s obvious improvements to organization, or slightly more “hidden” advantages like reducing overhead or inspiring more collaboration – if you look for the good stuff, you’ll find it! Every ERP provider is more than ready to give you a list of benefits… But what about the Challenges of Implementing an ERP? Implementing …

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 …

New Growth For Workday Software Company Through Acquisition, Rising Stock

Pleasanton-based company Workday has continued to grow through both acquisitions and rising stock. Workday is a cloud-based human resources software vendor. The company also specializes in financial and human capital management. In 2016, Workday has made a few different acquisitions in order for the company to continue growing. Seeking Alpha reported that Workday acquired online learning company Zaption earlier in the …

Workday Software Company Inks New Cloud Deal With IBM

Human resources and financial management company Workday just inked a new deal with tech giant IBM. Workday will be using IBM’s Softlayer cloud for the next seven years, Fortune reported. The HR company will use the platform for developing and testing new products. Workday is an on-demand software vendor focussing on financial management and human capital management. The company’s new deal with …

Oracle Unfazed By Microsoft’s Latest Marketing Strategies

Oracle CTO Larry Ellison says his company is not fazed by Microsoft’s latest marketing strategies that have taken aim at the tech company. On March 7, Microsoft announced the move to bring its SQL Server to Linux. “SQL Server on Linux will provide customers with even more flexibility in their data solution. One with mission-critical performance, industry-leading TCO, best-in-class security, and hybrid …

Oracle Eyes India And Cloud Technologies For Investment Opportunities And Growth

Technology giant Oracle has been eyeing India and Cloud technologies for investment opportunities and growth over the past few months, and now the company is making its move. One of Oracle’s biggest investments in India will come in the form of students. Forbes reported that Oracle CEO Safra Catz traveled to the Asian country in February to hear from Prime Minister Shri Narendra …

Why Rutgers University is Looking to the Cloud

Rutgers, New Jersey’s State University has recently announced that it will be implementing several of Oracle’s Cloud Applications. The applications will help in a variety of areas in the university. They are easily scaled to fit various departments. We have seen more universities and hospitals turn to Oracle’s PeopleSoft Human Capital Management as features continue to expand with cloud services. Rutgers …