Manufacturing ERP is different now
In this paper we have taken ten key areas of influence in the evolution of business practices, we look at the changes that have taken place in those areas, and then look at the way ERP systems have to support those areas. Every company’s requirements will be different, but the following ten areas highlight the areas of business change which have implications for the ERP system choice, from which a specific and detailed requirements checklist can be drawn up. At the end of the paper there is a functional checklist that can be referred to with each of the following sections.
Supplying the major retailers: How to meet customer requirements and still make a profit
Neville Merritt of SSI looks at the challenges faced by food manufacturers, and provides tips on how computer systems can be used to help.
ERP systems for CPG manufacturing: 5 essential checks for your selection list
There are scores of ERP systems available. The economics of developing software packages means that features are included to appeal to the widest market. But manufacturing companies operate differently in different sectors, and manufacturers of consumer packaged goods (CPG) will run their businesses very differently from engineering companies or batch manufacturers of assembled products. If you are selecting a new ERP system, don’t make assumptions that they all work the way you do. This article looks at some of the differentiating features of CPG manufacturing, and identifies some of the features that an ERP system must have to support CPG manufacturing.
ERP II for Mills
A special report on ERP, supply chain, collaborative commerce and supporting applications from SSI.
Covering the following industries:
Textiles, Paper, Packaging, Carpets and Floorcoverings, Primary Metals.
SSI's Presentation at eWorld: "From ERP to Supply Chain Integration"
This presentation describes six areas where an ERP system can be extended to improve the performance of the supply chain and reduce operational costs.
From ERP to Supply Chain Integration
Integrate internal and external business systems to reduce costs, improve operating efficiency and improve customer service.