The growth engine of the world’s economy has shifted from manufacturing to project-based, people-centric services businesses. These businesses rely on project-based Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), also known as Services Resource Planning (SRP), applications to manage the financial aspects of the firm. These solutions automate core business processes such as quote-to-cash, resource and talent management, time capture and billing, and provide […]

As the pace of innovation accelerates, customer needs change and industries converge, many companies find it challenging for their information technology to support the rapidly changing needs of the business. This whitepaper examines how organizations can evolve their IT infrastructure to enable modern business innovation, agility and growth.

Change is afoot in cloud Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Two years ago, a two-tier cloud ERP strategy was often pitched as an effective means of rapid consolidation and real-time reporting across a cloud platform. Cloud ERP’s common data model was a breakthrough for companies looking for better oversight across far-flung subsidiaries. But amidst heated global competition, transformation is no longer a wish list item; it’s an operational imperative.

Analysis of customer feedback shows enterprises, large and small, are increasingly frustrated with their on-premise technology vendors. They also know the history of the software industry—few vendors successfully navigate major architectural shifts. Tired of waiting for these vendors to modernize their environments, many customers are increasingly doing so on their own.

A new generation of Industrial Distributors is throwing out the rule book and writing new rules for the sector, including leveraging technology, innovative approaches to the business, extending their business models to gain market share. Find out more now in this informative report that examines: • Changing business models • eCommerce • Product portfolio and inventory management • And much […]

Ten years ago, when less than 2% of retail sales were conducted online, everyone knew ecommerce was primed for growth. What no one could have predicted was the perfect storm that was brewing. Digital commerce would soon explode onto the scene, fueled by a fortuitous convergence of demographic acceptance of “alternative” shopping channels and the phenomenal growth of mobile technology. […]

The proliferation of 3rd Platform solutions is rapidly disrupting software business models, resulting in an increase in new software business models. Various subscription models are now growing much faster than traditional license models. IDC expects to see more adoption of consumption-based models including pay per use and subscription plus usage approaches that scale up or down according to actual utilization […]

This comprehensive buyer’s guide lays out the key practices for a successful business management systems evaluation. Learn about the key factors to consider in this important decision and the outcomes to strive for when selecting the ideal solution for your business.