In my last PLM piece I presented a big picture view of PLM and ERP, their purpose, and in what ways the two systems augment one another to create an environment in which shared information can be used to inform engineering and production. Though few in the field would argue against the notion that PLM and ERP are more effective in tandem, there are countless opinions on how the integration process should be carried out.
By observing recent trends in PLM software and ERP software, we can see that traditional methods of separating the two systems are being proven obsolete by companies that are learning to respect and capitalize on the differences between them. Here’s what you need to know about how PLM software and ERP software work together.
Businesses have been skeptical of PLM software for its overhaul of the production process, but as the software behind PLM systems becomes more powerful, companies are beginning to experience the benefits of what Mark Zuckerberg calls, “move fast and break things,” the philosophy that more flexible design processes enable agile variation and ultimately a better final product.
While many companies fail in their attempts to successfully implement their ERP systems, with reasons ranging from weak project management to a lack of focus.on organizational change management, a Sage study suggests that there are reasons to be optimistic.
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People grasp the benefits of putting their supply chain in the cloud, and as a result, software vendors are scrambling to offer cloud computing SCM software.
The process of shopping for and implementing a top ERP software solution involves much more than just choosing a vendor. You also need to choose an implementation partner, and this is an important relationship.
There is no easy way to make a good purchasing decision when it comes to an investment as significant as enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. As such, a CIO must be aware of the hidden fees, unusual licensing models, and other shifty contract terms that some vendors may employ.
Most in the ERP industry agree that software consultants can play an important role in helping their clients successfully implement a new ERP system. While some consulting firms have more expertise than others, at least most firms try to operate with their client’s best interest in mind.
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