We’ve been talking a lot about ERP systems and ERP implementations, and now you know that the benefits of implementing an ERP system are numerous and that your company would undoubtedly profit from making the change. We also know that ERP implementations are no small undertaking – they take a long time, require a lot of work, and cost a lot of money.
Topics: ERP, stages, implementation stages, successful erp implementation, oates and company, implementation
Posted by John Shepperson | Oct 4, 2013 7:40:00 AM
In many companies, inventory is the largest asset. Mismanagement of inventory will lead to financial problems because it will contribute to losses. If inventory is mismanaged badly enough, a business will close.
Topics: oates, oates and company, inventory management, inventory, inventory control, just in time, economies of scale, john shepperson
Posted by John Shepperson | Oct 2, 2013 7:40:00 AM
Sage 100 ERP is the most comprehensive enterprise resource planning software suite for small to midsized businesses. Their software is perfect for streamlining a company’s operations in a cost-effective, efficient, and secure manner.
Topics: ERP, oates and co, 100 ERP, Sage Software, enterprise resource planning, software upgrade, Sage 100 ERP, john shepperson
Inventory control is one of the biggest challenges for any company that manages a supply chain. Suppliers from numerous industries are seeing the advantages of switching to Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI).
Topics: vendor managed inventory, vmi, build customer relationships, oates and company, inventory, inventory control, john shepperson
Posted by John Shepperson | Sep 27, 2013 7:40:00 AM
Choosing an ERP, as we’ve discussed before, is not an easy undertaking. Previously, a blog entitled “6 Mistakes to Avoid When Implementing an ERP” was published. We’ll now be looking at one of those mistakes in further depth. This mistake could very well be the most common mistake made when an ERP implementation occurs at a company, possibly because everyone is simply relieved that the implementation is completed successfully.
Topics: ERP, ERP implementation, oates and co, enterprise resource planning, erp maintenance, erp mistakes, go live, john shepperson
Choosing an ERP, as we’ve discussed before, is not an easy undertaking. Previously, a blog entitled “6 Mistakes to Avoid When Implementing an ERP” was published. Today we’re going to look at the fifth mistake, which is failing to use real data to test your new system.
Topics: ERP, ERP implementation, oates, oates and company, enterprise resource planning, implementation, erp mistakes, john shepperson
Inventory control procedures are crucial to keeping accurate and reliable inventory counts for any organization or business. Control is a delicate balance from the time of order placement, reception into the warehouse, counting, verification, labeling, putting away, picking and shipping. Knowing where every single piece of inventory is at all times is essential to business success.
Topics: product distribution, oates and company, inventory management, inventory, inventory control, inventory management procedures, john shepperson
Posted by John Shepperson | Sep 20, 2013 7:40:00 AM
Choosing an ERP, as we’ve discussed before, is not an easy undertaking. Previously, a blog entitled “6 Mistakes to Avoid When Implementing an ERP” was published. In this blog we’ll be looking at how not to build your team if you want to make your ERP implementation successful.
Topics: ERP, ERP implementation, erp mistakes, consultant, ERP team, Oates & Company, consulting, john shepperson
Posted by John Shepperson | Sep 18, 2013 7:40:00 AM
It's not unusual for inventory control to be a challenge in a physician's office, especially in practices with multiple doctors. Out-dated and/or manual inventory control systems consume too much staff time and are less effective than other types of inventory management procedures.
Topics: inventory management, inventory, Sage 100, data management, Sage 100 ERP, inventory management procedures, john shepperson
Posted by John Shepperson | Sep 16, 2013 7:40:00 AM
Choosing an ERP, as we’ve discussed before, is not an easy undertaking. Previously, a blog entitled “6 Mistakes to Avoid When Implementing an ERP” was published. Here is a more in depth discussion about the third mistake – not understanding how much preparation is necessary before a switchover happens.
Topics: ERP, mapping business processes, successful implementation, oates and company, enterprise resource planning, erp mistakes, john shepperson
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