6 ERP Selection Criteria

How do you decide which ERP system to implement when internal bias and vendor enthusiasm threaten to sway you? The best way to evaluate ERP systems is to weigh the strengths and weaknesses of each according to the following six criteria. ERP Selection Criteria 1. Deployment Options Most Tier I ERP vendors are heavily investing…

MES: WHEN ERP IS NOT ENOUGH

MES: WHEN ERP IS NOT ENOUGH

ERP vs. MES, this is a constant topic of debate in many industries. The argument generally revolves around the capability of an ERP to handle manufacturing activities and whether or not an MES is really a necessity. Today, we will visit both ERP and MES and try to gauge which application is more suited for…

What is Value Stream Mapping?

When organizations want to increase efficiency and run a lean company, many turn to value stream mapping. Value stream mapping is a proven Lean Six Sigma technique that provides high-value information and a bird’s eye view of different factors within an operation. It optimizes processes by focusing on the actions, timeframe and people involved. You…