Aptean Introduces New Identity
Aptean, a leading global provider of mission-critical, industry-specific software solutions and support, has introduced a new, modern identity to reflect the company’s transformation and expansion since its formation five years ago. “Aptean is now 2,100 employees, 7,000 customers and close to 50 products strong, with a renewed focus on operations and innovation so we can […]
Microsoft Dynamics Partner Roundup: Engagement for banks & CUs; Canadian CSP; Certified doc management; ISV’s 8000th customer
Hitachi Solutions America launches Engage for Banking and Engage for Credit Unions Hitachi Solutions America has launched Hitachi Solutions’ Engage for Banking and Hitachi Solutions’ Engage for Credit Unions, products re-engineered specifically for Microsoft Dynamics 365. Engage for Banking and Engage for Credit Unions are part of a suite of industry products designed for the […]
Master Scheduling and the Due Dates for Safety Stock Requirements in Microsoft Dynamics AX & 365 for Finance and Operations, Enterprise
By: Scott Hamilton Safety stock requirements often represent a critical element in the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) game plans for stocked products. For example, the safety stock quantity can be used to anticipate demand variations in S&OP games plans for end-items with demand forecasts and period lot-sizing logic, or it defines the minimum quantity […]
Microsoft pledges “highest-value support available” standard with Azure
By: Dann Anthony Maurno Microsoft on its Azure blog has announced changes to Azure Standard support, claiming that Azure “now offers the most cost effective and predictable support offering amongst major cloud providers.” What’s different? A significant price cut from $300 USD per month to $100 USD per month for eligible Azure customers, being those […]
Three Game-Changers in the Automotive Industry in 2018
New data-driven services, strong light-weight materials and a rapidly built-out infrastructure for electric vehicles (EVs) are trends impacting the automotive industry this year. Stefan Issing, the Global Industry Director for Automotive at IFS, presents his industry predictions for 2018. Trend #1 SERVICE REVENUE IN THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY WILL INCREASE BY 30% DURING 2018 When German […]
CHINA WINNING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE WAR AGAINST U.S.
By: Nicole Goodkind Chinese artificial intelligence is now capable of outperforming humans in reading comprehension. A neural network model created by Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba beat its flesh-and-blood competition on a 100,000-question Stanford University test that’s considered the world’s top measure of machine reading. The model, developed by Alibaba’s Institute of Data Science of Technologies, […]
Cloud Elements Delivers New Connectors for MicroStrategy Platform
Cloud Elements, an API integration provider, today announced a strategic partnership with MicroStrategy® Incorporated, a leading worldwide provider of enterprise analytics and mobility software, to add connectors from the Cloud Elements library of over 130 third-party applications. The strategic partnership will help organizations connect to new sources of data and drive greater BI and analytics […]
Is ERP Smart Enough for the IoT ?
As the cost of computing continues to decrease, more smart and connected devices will be produced, fueling the rise of the Internet of Things (IoT). Several industries are already embracing the IoT with open arms, generating innovative platforms and products so that businesses and individuals can maximize the power of it. This era of interconnectivity […]
IQMS Launches New eLearning Program for Manufacturing ERP Customers
IQMS, a leading manufacturing ERP software and manufacturing execution system (MES) authority, today announced the IQMS eLearning program. The new web-based training platform offers self-paced courses that let manufacturing customers build a learning path and track progress to maximize retention. It is part of IQMS’s suite of educational offerings aimed at empowering customers to optimize […]
Coupa Recognized as a Global Leader in the First IDC MarketScape for Procurement Applications
Coupa, a leader in business spend management (BSM), was named a leader in the inaugural IDC MarketScape: Worldwide SaaS and Cloud-Enabled Procurement Applications 2018 Vendor Assessment (Doc #US42219917, January 2018). Among the 13 vendors evaluated, Coupa is recognized as a Leader for capabilities and strategies. The IDC MarketScape report cites that “companies in nearly every […]