Find material planning software that has all the modules you need

Enterprise resource planning can benefit you and your staff. The right software can integrate and implement enterprise resource scheduling, material resource planning, scheduling resources and resource scheduling services.

I recommend: SAP Global and Cognos both offer excellent enterprise, resource and material planning software. Check out their webcasts for a virtual tour of their services.

Use enterprise resource planning that integrates with your current software environment

ERP software is an adaptable business management solution that integrates with existing programs and applications. It includes critical business processes, such as financial management, customer relationship management, analytics, inventory, time and expenses, scheduling and human resource duties. Minimize your business scheduling functions by streamlining processes and automating transactions to free up valuable time.

I recommend: Tribridge and Tectura are Microsoft Gold Certified Partners. Their Microsoft Dynamics ERP software solutions will fit well with your existing Microsoft applications. XTuple offers comprehensive ERP software called OpenMFG, which runs on Microsoft, Mac and Linux operating systems. Their PostBooks ERP software is free and open source.

Hire consultants to implement enterprise resource planning

Choose a consulting firm that offers a variety of ERP services including, program implementation, support and customized learning programs that will benefit you and your staff with your ERP transition.

I recommend: Clarity Consultants and Alba Spectrum both provide customized resource and material planning and scheduling services to help you transition from your current environment.