Overview General Ledger, journal entries (JE’s) are made for a variety of reasons. For example, JE’s are used to record GL adjustments, accruals and recurring entries (e.g. depreciation or expense allocations). If external systems are used and not integrated with the GL (e.g. Payroll), JE’s can be used to enter the external system’s transactions into…
Your business is distribution, but increasingly, every business is in the technology industry. In order to build a resilient operation that can withstand pandemics, supply chain disruptions, and whatever else may come along, you need the right technology stack. Historically, enterprise resource planning (ERP) and customer relationship management (CRM) systems have been separate, siloed platforms.…
So, you’ve decided to move forward with a new ERP. While that’s an important decision in itself, it’s only the first of many more yet to come. You’ve probably gone through a lengthy sales process, met with several different VARS, (Value Added Re-sellers) and communicated your project’s overall goals and objectives. Depending on your purchase…
Sometimes, none of the application options available in the marketplace, are sufficient to meet a company’s needs or support a specific process. In this case, the customer may need to consider a customization. Today’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems offer the user countless features and functionality. ERP’s provide increased processing efficiency and data capture, greater…
Client Overview As a leading provider of innovative technologies for the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation (Afib) and related conditions, electrophysiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons around the globe count on AtriCure to deliver best-in-class solutions that can treat even the most complex cases. AtriCure’s Isolator® Synergy™ Ablation System is the first medical device to receive FDA approval…
In choosing the proper IT infrastructure for your wholesale distribution company, you need to first understand your options, and the pros and cons of each type of architecture. The technology landscape and options can be confusing. In this post, we take a look at three common methods wholesale distribution companies use in structuring their IT…
At a glance, the ERP isn’t all that exciting. It’s a central database for the entire business — combining all departments, data, and processes in a single platform. But, the ERP’s “unifying powers” pave the way for business transformation at every level. We’re talking in-depth reporting, advanced financial management, AI-powered everything. We know these “benefits”…
Customers are accustomed to integration at every level. Virtual home assistants connect everything from refrigerators and thermostats to your customers’ phones. They fully expect a smooth technology experience when making purchases from you, including accurate inventory, correct pricing, and up-to-date product information. If that doesn’t happen, your sales and your bottom line will suffer. If…
In our last ERP implementation post, we discussed the importance of selecting a VAR that best meets your company’s needs. Selecting the right VAR, is key to a successful implementation. Once the VAR has been selected, the actual pre-sale process begins. Before you “sign on the bottom line” you need to be sure that the…
On the surface, an ERP and a CRM system might look like they have a lot in common. Both are data repositories that provide a single source of truth for the entire business. Both are used to streamline operations and improve the customer experience. And – both play a central role in optimizing revenue. But…
