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Abstract:
The continuous chemical industries typically share an objective of running at near 100% utilization. This and other realities
yield unique requirements for a Supply Chain Planning (SCP) system. This article discusses some of these unique needs. (...)
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erp research for chemical production:
The continuous chemical industries typically share an objective of running at near 100% utilization. This and other realities
yield unique requir...
Published:
2002-08-04
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Abstract:
Invensys must communicate its successes and strategy to the marketplace, and must aggressively invest in customer satisfaction,
marketing, and sales. IPS must convince customers and prospects that it is here to stay; while the functionally rich products
are great advantages, many other considerations mak (...)
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erp research for chemical production:
Invensys must communicate its successes and strategy to the marketplace, and must aggressively invest in customer satisfaction,
marketing, and sal...
Published:
2003-05-14
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Abstract:
Due to the inherent challenges of the industry, most chemical companies are still unable to profitably respond to highly
variable demand, or to execute predictable product supply strategies. (...)
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erp research for chemical production:
Due to the inherent challenges of the industry, most chemical companies are still unable to profitably respond to highly variable
demand, or to ex...
Published:
2007-12-24
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Abstract:
Today’s Showdown is based on an industry-specific case study. Five enterprise resource planning vendors were selected for
the evaluation. All the results were based on the latest request for information (RFI) supplied to us by the vendors, and
all priorities were assigned by the client. (...)
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erp research for chemical production:
Today’s Showdown is based on an industry-specific case study. Five enterprise resource planning vendors were selected for
the evaluation. All the ...
Published:
2008-03-10
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You are currently using enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. You want to improve your warehouse management and operations
and are considering a warehouse management system (WMS) solution. However, there is significant overlap between ERP software
and a WMS regarding inventory-related functionalit (...)
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You are currently using enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. You want to improve your warehouse management and operations
and are consider...
Published:
2003-06-17
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To compare process ERP solutions head-to-head based on your organization's needs and characteristics , visit TEC's process
ERP evaluation center. (...)
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... computers," whereas process manufacturing covers "production that adds ...
separating, forming, and/or performing chemical reactions ... you may need an ERP
system that ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
In order to get ahead of the systems development power curve, companies are attempting what is equivalent to executing a
quadruple jump in ice skating; running a sub 3:50 minute mile in track; and winning the Tour de France in cycling--all in
the same year. How? By trying to implement enterprise resource (...)
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erp research for chemical production:
In order to get ahead of the systems development power curve, companies are attempting what is equivalent to executing a quadruple
jump in ice ska...
Published:
2004-04-08
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Mills are factories where value is added to raw material by processing it into a form suitable either for further manufacturing,
or for immediate end-use. However, general enterprise resource planning software typically does not meet the requirements
of these industries. (...)
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Mills are factories where value is added to raw material by processing it into a form suitable either for further manufacturing,
or for immediate ...
Published:
2006-09-12
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Abstract:
ERP Plus provides tools that metal fabricators need to streamline their quoting, order entry, inventory control, production,
labor collection, shipping, and invoicing processes. (...)
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ERP Plus provides tools that metal fabricators need to streamline their quoting, order entry, inventory control, production,
labor collection, shi...
Published:
2005-12-15
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Abstract:
Enterprise systems have brought many benefits to chemical environments, but for individual enterprises, gaining these benefits
requires selecting a solution that can deal with the unique needs of the business. (...)
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erp research for chemical production:
Enterprise systems have brought many benefits to chemical environments, but for individual enterprises, gaining these benefits
requires selecting ...
Published:
2006-05-12
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Abstract:
Invensys must communicate its successes and strategy to the marketplace, and must aggressively invest in customer satisfaction,
marketing, and sales. IPS must convince customers and prospects that it is here to stay; while the functionally rich products
are great advantages, many other considerations mak (...)
Excerpt related to
erp research for chemical production:
Invensys must communicate its successes and strategy to the marketplace, and must aggressively invest in customer satisfaction,
marketing, and sal...
Published:
2003-05-14
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Abstract:
Due to the inherent challenges of the industry, most chemical companies are still unable to profitably respond to highly
variable demand, or to execute predictable product supply strategies. (...)
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erp research for chemical production:
Due to the inherent challenges of the industry, most chemical companies are still unable to profitably respond to highly variable
demand, or to ex...
Published:
2007-12-24
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Abstract:
Integrated enterprise resource planning software normalizes the reporting requirements for a mining company’s various departments.
This article loosely shows the parallels between the operations in a mining company and those of a manufacturer whose product
is sold on store shelves. (...)
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Integrated enterprise resource planning software normalizes the reporting requirements for a mining company’s various departments.
This article lo...
Published:
2009-08-12
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Abstract:
Invensys has created a new group within its Production Management Division called Invensys Production Solutions. The group
includes the PRISM and Protean process ERP products plus the resources of Invensys Validation Services group. While the unit
should have much strength, it also has certain liabilit (...)
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Invensys has created a new group within its Production Management Division called Invensys Production Solutions. The group
includes the PRISM and...
Published:
2003-05-13
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Abstract:
To a large extent, software packages do work out of the box. Packages that do not perform perfectly or as users would expect
is when dissatisfaction arises. These can be dealt with in a rational manner through the employment of effective project and
change management procedures. However, an area that ty (...)
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erp research for chemical production:
To a large extent, software packages do work out of the box. Packages that do not perform perfectly or as users would expect
is when dissatisfacti...
Published:
2004-04-09
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Abstract:
For chemical companies, optimizing the distribution network and rationalizing inventories are the keys to an efficient supply
chain and smoother operations. They must also resolve the challenges posed by environmental regulations and the need for seamless
data integration. (...)
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erp research for chemical production:
For chemical companies, optimizing the distribution network and rationalizing inventories are the keys to an efficient supply
chain and smoother o...
Published:
2006-05-11
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Abstract:
Packaged solutions for the chemicals industry are available from SAP and selected partners. Still, given a number of other
viable solutions, prospective users will have to decide whether SAP would indeed be the best solution without the packaged
option. (...)
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erp research for chemical production:
Packaged solutions for the chemicals industry are available from SAP and selected partners. Still, given a number of other
viable solutions, prosp...
Published:
2006-05-30
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Abstract:
The SCT User Conference featured industry analysts from Gartner Group, AMR Research and Meta Group each sharing its vision
for the future of enterprise systems with the audience. Customers, in special interest groups and in presentations discussed
their success with SCT’s products. SCT showed both th (...)
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... analysts from Gartner Group, AMR Research and Meta Group ... These
presentations covered ERP, SCM and e-business ... Groups by company type (food, chemical,
etc.) and ...
Published:
2001-05-21
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Abstract:
Wonderware is reducing the staff dedicated to the ex-Marcam PRISM and Protean products from approximately 400 to less than
100. They will also cease to offer these products, but have indicated a transition to a new product. What impact will this
have on existing customers and the Process ERP marketplac (...)
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... base being in the food or chemical business. ... including JD Edwards,
QAD, and SAP) ERP providers to ... to the unique supply chain and production
management needs of ...
Published:
2000-12-07
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Abstract:
In an enterprise with multiple operating divisions, should the enterprise standardize on a single set of software? Recent
broadening of major ERP products’ scope and the advent of Web-based product architecture may tempt corporations to consider
deploying this concept. Although the enterprise can gener (...)
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In an enterprise with multiple operating divisions, should the enterprise standardize on a single set of software? Recent
broadening of major ERP ...
Published:
2002-06-01