Posts Tagged EBS
Do all signs point to an unorganized implementation of Order-to-Ship?
Posted by ryan.alford in Uncategorized on July 1, 2010
It’s not an easy job. An optimized Order-to-Ship business process offers continual progress towards improved cost control and delivery performance.
However, there might be a few challenges in the systems, including:
- Rework to correct data accuracy issues
- Late shipments and setbacks in delivery performance
- Increased customer complaints
- Time spent on complaint resolution
- Poor management of backorders
- Inefficient order processing and fulfillment
- Untimely invoicing
- Diminished cash flow and sales margins
In an Aberdeen Research study called “Working Capital Optimization: Increase Cash Flow in the New Economy,” author Nari Viswanathan said that “Best-in-Class companies are 30% as likely as all others to use cash conversion metrics as part of their supply chain organization metrics. Companies that embed cash conversion metrics into the set of supply chain metrics are twice as likely to have reduced their cash conversion cycle over the past year (45% versus 21%). Some of the key metrics that have been adopted as part of the process are: Sales forecast accuracy, on-time shipping, on-time delivery, inventory turns, logistics costs as a percentage of sales, and gross profit margin.”
Achieving an on-time shipping and delivery system is an industry standard met by few. Using JD Edwards can get you on your way, but will only take you so far.
To read more, click here.
InsightSoftware.com is Hiring a Southeast Presales Consultant in Atlanta
Posted by ryan.alford in Uncategorized on June 24, 2010
Are you looking for employment? Do you live in the Atlanta area? Join the InsightSoftware.com team as its new Southeast Presales Consultant!
More details:
- Business Analyst is the preferred background, someone who has experience across the technical and functional functions
- Manufacturing/Supply Chain background (preferably with Oracle EBS or JD Edwards) although other vendors ERP’s would not preclude consideration. Financial background would be considered as well.
- A Business Intelligence implementation under your belt would go a long way towards understanding our value proposition versus the competition
- Agile and adaptable to changing priorities and multiple sales cycles
- Coachable in presales, with a personality that supports interacting and presenting
Apply via LinkedIn.com: http://bit.ly/doJAe2.
JD Edwards Executive Luncheon in Greensboro, NC
Posted by ryan.alford in Uncategorized on June 9, 2010
Bring your appetite and join InsightSoftware.com and brij for a sumptuous meal and great networking on June 23, 11:30-1:30. You will see why InsightSoftware.com is quickly becoming the reporting tool of choice within the JD Edwards community.
With Insight you truly revolutionize operational reporting throughout your organization. Insight supplies solutions for functional areas such as: Finance, Human Capital, Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Project and Asset Management. Insight goes beyond mere reporting to drive productivity and profitability gains throughout your organization.
Leave with knowledge of the solutions that can help you optimize your business processes, all over lunch. We will treat you to lunch at the UNDERCURRENT restaurant . Click here to RSVP.
User Group meetings on the horizon:
Rocky Mountain User Group on June 10: http://bit.ly/diOd8T
JD Edwards Southeast Regional User Group in Atlanta, GA on June 17: http://bit.ly/9ewZJR
Eastern Canada Regional User Group on June 21 in Mississauga: http://bit.ly/9zCbOF
Forecast-to-Make: A Structurally Sound Process?
Posted by ryan.alford in Uncategorized on June 1, 2010
Do you experience materials shortages and capacity constraints? It’s vital to increase productivity and information accuracy by proactively ensuring that key managers and users can access accurate and timely information to make sound, in-the-moment decisions.
Running a world-class operation starts with the necessity for at least 99 percent accuracy of Item Master data. For many, this is easier said than done. However, with the correct tools the accuracy of Item Master records, Bills of Material, and Routings can be assured.
Once this initial foundation is secured, then focus turns to proactively optimizing scheduling to maximize available capacity and ensure availability of raw materials. Again, although JD Edwards stores meaningful information in these areas, many struggle to access real-time actionable information that enables optimized processing. Finally, having a full grasp of manufacturing cost variances and their drivers can make the difference in driving increasingly lower costs and fewer surprises.
With the correct tools you can unlock the rich data stored in JD Edwards to ensure the following: manufacturing tactics are aligned with the corporate strategy; forecasted demand matches market requirements; manufacturing processes are tuned to meet forecasted demand; and that ongoing reduction of cost and variances is possible.
To read more, click here.
The Influx of Business Intelligence
Posted by ryan.alford in Uncategorized on May 14, 2010
What’s your take on Business Intelligence?
According to an Information Management article, the BI market is growing; to read the top 10 Business Intelligence trends for 2010, click here.
Do you agree with this list?
One of Information Management’s predictions is BI’s involvement with cloud computing. The “cloud” phenomenon is a trend of its own and quickly becoming part of the everyday businessman’s vernacular.
Cloud computing is defined as “Internet-based computing – whereby shared resources, software and information are provided to computers and other devices on-demand.”
Not every BI tool is made the same, unfortunately. In fact, there seem to be more BI blunders than successes. BeyeRESEARCH conducted a study on the ease-of-use and interface appeal in BI tools. See the chart for their findings:
Do you use a BI tool? Do you think BI is ready – or already using – up-and-coming technological trends, such as cloud computing and complex event processing? Share your thoughts.
JD Edwards Support Number Fades to Black
Posted by ryan.alford in Uncategorized on May 11, 2010
On June 14, the JD Edwards support number (1-800-289-2999) will be disconnected and transitioned to the Oracle Support hotlines.
The new U.S. number is 800-223-1711. Otherwise, visit http://www.oracle.com/support/contact.html to find the Oracle Global Customer Support toll free number in your country.
Capital Asset Management: Improving Equipment Up-time, Lowering Costs
Posted by ryan.alford in Uncategorized on May 3, 2010
“It is a capital mistake to theorize before one has data.” -Arthur Conan Doyle
In today’s economy, using an effective CAM solution can make or break a business. It’s the financial advantages that are of main concern. It’s the incentive of knowing how to save money by controlling costs associated with facilities, parts and labor. This trio of asset management key points is typically where the problems related to cost-effectiveness begin.
CAM is a sensitive formula that is successful when everything is funneled through a system that works efficiently. A core function of that formula – relevant to price control – is lowering maintenance costs. This is usually priority No. 1. This includes watching the following components: inventory and depreciation, scheduling of repair, logistics, utilization, monitoring (safety and tracking), total lifecycle, performance management, capital planning, and support.
To further control costs, it’s imperative that a software solution assist with increasing maintenance resource utilization. This relates to being aware of costs related to facilities, parts and labor. However, it’s also necessary to have a solution that helps improve equipment up-time. Having a working organization that creates a system that sets a standard for quality control will save dollars on a long-term basis.
To read more, click here.
Lunch and Learn?
Posted by ryan.alford in Uncategorized on April 27, 2010
InsightSoftware.com is hosting several “Lunch and Learn” events in the Maryland and Virginia areas. Discover how Insight is quickly becoming the reporting application of choice among the JD Edwards community.
Here’s the lineup:
Baltimore MD Lunch & Learn May 13th 2010 – http://events.linkedin.com/Lunch-Learn-Insight-Software-Brij/pub/306856
Tysons Corner Lunch & Learn May 12 2010 – http://events.linkedin.com/Tysons-Corner-Lunch-Learn-Insight/pub/306851
Richmond VA Lunch & Learn May 12th 2010 – http://events.linkedin.com/Richmond-Virginia-Lunch-Learn-Insight/pub/306846
We look forward to seeing you!
Are you interested in joining our LinkedIn group? Although we host this group for our customers, we also want new and interested participants to join.
Click the following link to register: http://www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2555288.
InsightSoftware.com Debuts its Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) Module for JD Edwards
Posted by ryan.alford in Uncategorized on April 27, 2010
InsightSoftware.com, the leading provider of business process optimization software, announced the availability of Insight’s MRP module for JD Edwards. The MRP module brings added visibility to JD Edwards’ forecast and planning data.
“With better insight to information, customers can achieve more accurate forecasts and optimal planning of material and resources,” said Glenn Wirick, Director of Consulting Services at InsightSoftware.com. “Not only do our clients see a reduction in costs, but they gain improvements in delivery performance which leads to increased customer satisfaction.”
Insight software users control the information in their reports without having to rely on valuable IT resources. Enhancing access to relevant and meaningful MPS, MRP, DRP and CRP data puts the power of information into the hands of decision-makers. Insight’s interactive inquiries allow users to address material and capacity issues proactively, before they affect downstream processing. Understanding where inefficiencies and resource constraints occur allows for retooling of processes to increase profitability and enhance customer service.
Insight’s online inquiries enable reports to come to life. Simply click on summary level information to view the detailed data that make up a forecast, plan or bill of material. Comparisons across plants or product lines are a breeze with Insight. Pivot data to easily spot shortages and bottlenecks. Furthermore, charting and graphing functionality makes it easy to evaluate trends and understand short and long term capacity requirements. This ensures ongoing availability of material and labor resources.
To learn more about Insight’s MRP module, visit: www.InsightSoftware.com/jde/mrp.
Why can’t we all just Collaborate?
Posted by ryan.alford in Uncategorized on April 9, 2010
Here are a few Collaborate events and free Webinars to keep on your radar:
InsightSoftware.com’s clients are invited to partake in free drinks at our beach cabana during Collaborate 2010 (shoes optional)
Join InsightSoftware.com during Wednesday evening’s beach party at the Mandalay Bay Beach from 6:30-8:30pm. We rented a private beach cabana, cabana No. 8 (next to the Surf Cafe) for our customers. We will have a complimentary drink cart for those that have our drink tickets. Please stop by our booth, No. 1419, in the Exhibition Hall to obtain your free tickets. A small token of our appreciation for you, our customers.
Don’t forget, we are giving away an Apple iPad. It’s a beauty. We are all drooling over it. Drop your business card off at our booth for your chance to win. It’s really just another bribe to see your smiling faces at our booth, No. 1419.
Attend one of our several 2010 Collaborate presentations for additional chances to enter-to-win:
- Session 75850: Financial Reporting Within the Public Sector (with AMX International) – Monday, 4/19/10, 3:45-4:45 p.m., Room: Jasmine A
- Session 76650: Health Checks for JD Edwards EnterpriseOne (with Titan Technologies) – Monday, 4/19/10, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Room: Mandalay Bay Ballroom 1
- Session 74550: World FASTR Reports Done Funner, Faster & Easier (a Customer Presentation by Golden State Water) – Wednesday, 4/21/10, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Room: Jasmine F
- Session 77180: Take the Pain Out of Budgeting (a customer presentation with Bal Seal Engineering) – Thursday, 4/22/10, 11:00-12:00 p.m., Room: Jasmine H
- Session 4769: Transform Your Financial Statement Generator (FSG) Processes – Thursday, 4/22/10, 12:15-1:15 p.m., Room: Reef D
Free Public Webinars:
Get more from your JD Edwards Human Resources and Payroll investment
When: April 29, 10a-11a MT
Space is limited. Reserve your Webinar seat now at:
https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/239761578
Managing and paying your staff is one of the most important areas of your business. Stop spending time dumping sensitive data into Excel. Stop waiting weeks for custom reports. InsightSoftware.com’s Employee Lifecycle Solution provides powerful, simple, and secure access to essential human resource and payroll information, allowing you to be far more effective in much less time. This Webinar will provide you with an overview on how you can easily overcome challenges in validating your employee setup, benefit enrollment and payroll entries. You will see how real-time, online inquiries can help you be more efficient and answer questions quickly. For more information on InsightSoftware.com’s Employee Lifecycle solution, visit: www.mini.InsightSoftware.com/we/employee.
Transform your Financial Statement Generator (FSG) process with Insight
When: April 30, 10a-11a MT
Space is limited. Reserve your Webinar seat now at:
https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/234336394
Fast-track your Oracle FSGs in an Office 2007-style environment. Automatically check for reporting integrity issues. Transform boring report definitions into elegant interactive reports. Augment your reports with hundreds of new reporting features. Drill-down from any level to live transactions in a single click. Leave technical FSGs behind with a true end-user reporting solution.
Insight’s hassle-free solution:
- 15 minutes to install and configure before running your first report
- Import FSGs in seconds
- Instantly share reports with other users
- Highly intuitive
- Minimal training required
- No additional IT infrastructure necessary
For more information on your free FSG integrity check, visit: www.InsightSoftware.com/fsgchecker.
Customer Training Webinar:
Enhance your Reports with Links and Drill Down Capabilities
When: April 15, 10a-11a MT
Space is limited. Reserve your Webinar seat now at:
https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/504735891
Improve your productivity and streamline your processes with Insight’s built-in drill-down functionality. The advantage of Insight’s online reports and inquiries is that you can click on a figure and drill-down and through to the live, originating transaction. This Webinar will give you some tips on making drill-downs more intuitive and easier for your users. In addition, you will learn how to create report links to other meaningful information including advanced linking capabilities. To view past, recorded presentations and register for upcoming sessions, visit us at www.InsightSoftware.com/webinars.