Nobody should ever jump into making a major business decision. The wrong choice, after all, could put your company in the red and have you scrambling to recover your investment. But sitting on the fence for too long also has its negative consequences,...
The dawn of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software marked an exciting time—for big businesses. ERP software went beyond material requirements planning (MRP) functionality to help organizations manage finances, deliveries and other back-office ...
Since the Great Recession, American manufacturing has bounced back, giving us more products made in the U.S.A. A strong economy is opening new opportunities to U.S. manufacturers, but unfortunately, there’s another side to the story. Amidst ...
If you’re a mid-market manufacturer, you’ve come a long way to get to where you are now, but the journey doesn’t end here. There are still markets to conquer and plenty of room to grow. Unfortunately, there are also several challenges that might be...
Latin American manufacturers and distributors have a long way to go when it comes to incorporating the latest technology into their business practices. Though the region has experienced high levels of urbanization, their technology adoption rates fall...
The term “digital divide” often refers to obstacles that restrict particular regions and demographics from accessing the internet and modern technology. However, it’s also been applied to small and mid-size businesses (SMB) that have fewer resources for...
A survey of 900 IT decision-makers found that systems integration is rapidly becoming a priority among modern enterprises. 88% of respondents believe that becoming a more connected business will drive revenue. Additionally, the level of enterprise...
IT departments have never been busier. The rapid evolution of enterprise technology and intense global competition have motivated businesses to pursue digital transformation. With the latest software, manufacturers and distributors can streamline supply...
Many small to mid-size businesses (SMBs) are under the impression that digital transformation is outside of their budget, but chances are they’re undergoing some method of digital transformation without even realizing it. Digital transformation takes on a myriad...
Digital transformation is a term that gets lightly tossed around in the tech industry, but most people don’t truly understand what this means. Digital transformation is all about the journey, not the destination. As industries and technology change, so too will...