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Clouds Are in the Forecast for Modern Businesses

Posted by John Shepperson | May 27, 2015 11:00:00 AM

Modern business practices are moving from traditional hardware and software solutions to the cloud. The cloud is a place where you can host your software and sometimes even hardware on someone else’s system. Hosting your information online has become easier and less expensive with the advances in server technology over the last 15 years. You'll have the same network security as Google, Amazon, or Microsoft but without having to invest the same time, capital, and labor costs. 

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Topics: ERP, enterprise resource planning, cloud, integration, john shepperson, cloud-based ERP, oates co, customization, scalable, security



Cloud-based ERPs - Are You Ready?

Posted by John Shepperson | May 12, 2015 11:00:00 AM

According to a recent study by Gartner, cited in the Manufacturing Business Technology magazine, cloud-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems are becoming more proficient at offering the services manufacturing companies need. The study found that a significant number of businesses are planning to move their ERP systems to cloud-based hybrid software as a service (SaaS) solutions integrated with business process outsourcing.

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Topics: ERP, enterprise resource planning, cloud, john shepperson, cloud-based ERP, oates co, business technology



Tips for Distributors Using a Cloud ERP System

Posted by John Shepperson | Apr 7, 2015 1:35:09 PM

Acumatica is a cloud-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) software system for managing distribution businesses. An ERP’s value is often overshadowed by its implementation learning curve, which makes it easy for business owners to overlook their many positive attributes. For distribution businesses considering Acumatica or trying to improve the effectiveness of their current ERP systems, here's how an ERP can help increase efficiency, drive revenue, and cut costs.

Enterprise resource planning systems can:

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Topics: ERP, enterprise resource planning, cloud, inventory management, integration, john shepperson, cloud-based ERP, oates co, customization



Clouds Are More Than Just Soft and Fluffy

Posted by John Shepperson | Dec 3, 2013 8:00:00 AM

Are you wondering how a cloud-based ERP system can improve mobility? Actually, the answer is in the question: cloud-based ERP software actually ISmobility – mobility on steroids. In this age of devices – desktops, laptops, tablets, smart phones, etc. – the potential for harnessing cloud-based ERP software is limited only by how quickly developers can bring multi-platform business applications to those devices.

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Topics: Sage, sage erp x3, cloud technology, oates and company, cloud, Sage X3, cloud-based ERP, modules, on demand



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