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ERP Project Fit-Gap Analysis
Many times, ERP project success isn't necessarily a result of technical expertise. It is often due to how well an organization handles change. A fit-gap analysis is crucial in identifying what needs to change and who needs to be involved.
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Supply Chain Efficiency vs. Effectiveness
For supply chains, efficiency equals effectiveness, right? Not so, according to Lora Cecere. She believes that incessant cost squeezing has only allowed companies to tread water.
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IoT and M2M
Many articles about the Internet of Things (IoT) use that term interchangeably with M2M (machine-to-machine). Their meanings intersect, but aren't the same.
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The Cloud's Disruption
On the Investors.com site, Patrick Seitz writes about the disruption being caused by cloud technology. The impact on hardware and software vendors, and the possibilities of innovative new developments taking place, are profound.
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The ERP Project Champion
Anyone who's been through an ERP implementation knows they generally don't run perfectly. That's an understatement. However, the best projects usually have one thing in common: a champion.
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Threats to the Internet of Things
The Internet of Things (IoT) promises a totally interconnected future. Getting from Point A to Point B can be a little tricky, though. All sorts of threats are out there, many of which are magnified due to the interconnected nature of the devices.
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Manufacturing Comes Back
The crew at Supply Chain Digest has reviewed a ton of research about manufacturing status in the US. The results are mixed- good news overall, but lots of segments are below what they were in 2007 and don't appear poised for a comeback.
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Using Big Data in Plant Operations
Mary Ramsey, on the Plant Engineering site, takes a look at how manufacturers can use Big Data to drive value in their organizations. It's much more than just capturing millions of data points- it's knowing what value is embedded in the information and extracting it.
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Fixing the Supply Chain Talent Gap
Recent research from APQC provides some great information about the overall preparedness of supply chain talent. The relative importance of skills is likewise addressed.
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Supplier Collaboration is Crucial
The value of supplier collaboration is undeniable. If that's the case, then why is it so hard to implement?
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