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Trends for Enterprise Software and ERP Systems

Analyst Insight: The state of enterprise software market has changed to the point where organizations may be conflicted as to the type of systems to select. ERP, point solutions, third-party integrations and BPM tools have introduced doubt to organizations trying to match their business requirements to IT strategies. Too much choice may increase the quantity of IT failures due to companies implementing the wrong type of software. - Keean Persaud, Managing Director, Eval-Source

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The Importance of Network Design to Supply Chains

Analyst Insight: It is important to recognize that a consumer packaged goods company's network determines its supply chain efficiency and customer satisfaction. Designing an optimal supply chain network means the network must be able to meet the long-term strategic objectives of the company. Most business units or functional areas within a company are impacted by network design efforts; therefore, the involvement of key stakeholders is imperative. - Bruce Tompkins, Partner, Tompkins International

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CRM Is Dead - Long Live CRM

Analyst Insight: CRM as we know it has been turned on its head, but its importance has never been greater. In the late 1990s, CRM systems such as Onyx and Seibel were state of the art and were built to better organize and capture the plethora of data that sales teams were creating. Through the internet, the ability to share data with large and diverse teams was unprecedented. Unfortunately, digital has changed this. CRM is no longer robust enough for today's demands, but its core value has never been more important. - Guy F. Courtin, Vice President & Principal Analyst, Constellation Research

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APIs: Let the Transition Begin

Analyst Insight: At the start of 2016, one quest remains unchanged: how to take cost out of the transportation process. The focus on greater efficiencies and visibility is critical for a well performing supply chain. Shippers, 3PLs and carriers need to embrace new data visibility solutions that reduce costs, serve customers more effectively, and improve operating performance for everyone. APIs are one such solution that will continue to gain traction. - Karl B. Manrodt, Professor of Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Georgia College & State University

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Leveraging the Cloud for a Secure, Compliant Pharmaceutical Supply Chain

As pharmaceutical companies have expanded target markets and outsourced production over the last decade, the supply chain has become increasingly global, virtual and vulnerable. As a result, counterfeit activity is thriving - and patients have suffered and died from counterfeit and contaminated drugs.

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How Roland DG Corp. Is Aiming for New Markets

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Merck's End-to-End Supply Chain Vision

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What's Driving Change in Supply-Chain Planning?

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Leading the Charge in Multi-Enterprise Supply Chains

Analyst Insight: Not only is the supply chain market in the cloud growing, but a growing element in the portfolio is the supply chain network. Today, supply chain processes that call for collaboration such as transportation management, track and trace and procurement rely on the cloud to get the job done. But the supply chain network is a unique approach that facilitates complex multi-party supply chain processes and transactions. - Ann Grackin, CEO, ChainLink Research

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Consumer Goods Companies Must Focus on Their Brand

Analyst Insight: Consumers want the same experience regardless of what supply chain is in play. Consumers' expectations are growing and now the brands must be more cognizant of their supply chains and how it supports the brand. The dynamics between CPG - retail - consumer has changed drastically. Consumers no longer distinguish between channels and therefore CPGs themselves must be more proactive to manage their role in this ecosystem. - Guy F. Courtin, Vice President & Principal Analyst Constellation Research

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Data Quality and Consistency Are Key to CPG's Evolution

Analyst Insight: Data has become as consumable as a box of crackers. As a society, we expect information about product origins, ingredients, allergens and other information will be available at our fingertips prior to purchase. However, data inconsistencies often frustrate consumers on their quest to learn more and can stop them from completing their purchase. As a result, consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies are focusing on data quality to satisfy the demands of increasingly empowered consumers. - Angela Fernandez, Vice President of Retail Grocery and Foodservice, GS1 US

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