What is Cloud ERP?

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is a crucial aspect of modern business management. With the advent of cloud technology, the traditional on-premises ERP systems have become outdated, and the need for cloud-based ERP solutions has become increasingly evident.

Cloud ERP is a comprehensive business management software that enables organizations to automate and streamline their day-to-day operations through a centralized platform. In this blog post, we’ll discuss what cloud ERP is and how IFS and NetSuite are excellent solutions for cloud ERP.

Cloud ERP is an integrated suite of business applications that are hosted on a cloud platform, accessible through the internet. It is a single source of truth for all data, which helps organizations to make informed decisions in real-time. Cloud ERP offers flexibility, scalability, and cost savings, as businesses don’t have to worry about managing and maintaining the underlying IT infrastructure.

IFS is a cloud-based ERP system that offers a comprehensive suite of industry-specific solutions for various verticals such as Aerospace and Defense, Energy, Manufacturing, and Service Management. IFS’s cloud ERP system is built on a robust platform, and it offers a range of features such as financials, project management, supply chain management, and asset management. With IFS, businesses can improve efficiency, reduce costs, and drive growth by gaining real-time insights into their operations.

NetSuite, is also a cloud-based ERP system that offers a broad range of features such as financials, inventory management, order management, and human capital management. NetSuite is an all-in-one solution that can handle all aspects of business management, from accounting to e-commerce. NetSuite’s cloud ERP system is highly scalable, customizable, and designed to meet the needs of businesses of all sizes, from startups to large enterprises.

Cloud ERP is a critical aspect of modern business management, and businesses need to choose the right solution that meets their needs. IFS and NetSuite are two great solutions for cloud ERP, and businesses can benefit from their comprehensive suite of features, scalability, and cost savings.

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NetSuite Project Delivery Model

Our project will be delivered using the standard SuiteSuccess deployment approach combined with Addovation’s agile delivery model.

Engage

In this phase we establish the project team. Set the goals and defines the success criteria for the project. Detailed requirements are collected, and a high-level solution design is created. Typically this phase takes one or two sprints.

Build

In this phase we configure, build and unit test the solution. If integrations and customizations are required, then they are also built, and unit tested in this phase. We also do a system integration test in this phase to ensure that all modules within NetSuite and externally integrated applications are working together without issues.

Data migration of data from legacy systems to NetSuite is tested in this phase. These tests are done in iterations and is done as many times as needed to ensure that when we do the production data migration it will work perfectly 

Each sprint in the build phase starts with a sprint planning session where we agree on which requirements and tasks from the backlog that should be completed during the sprint. At the end of the sprint a demo is given to the project team, process owners and stakeholders to show what has been accomplished during the sprint. This also enables the stake holders and projects owners to give continuously feedback on the solution as it built and the project team can take corrective actions to incorporate the feedback into the solution.

The duration of the build phase is typically between 4 and 12 sprints dependant on the scope, complexity, and the number of integrations.

Test

In this phase the customer will perform their UAT tests and approve the solution for production deployment and Go-Live.

The end users are also trained in this phase and a detailed go-live cutover plan is created with all the required steps to cutover from the legacy systems and to go live with the new NetSuite solution.

Go-Live

In this phase we execute the detailed cutover plan, including production data migrations, and go-live with the new NetSuite solution.

The project team will provide hyper care support after go-live normally for 2-3 weeks and also for the first month end book closing. Finally, the project team does a handover to the support team which will provide the long-term support. The project cycle is now complete, and the project can be closed.

The number of sprints in each phase can vary depending off the size of the project.

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Getting Started With Office Automation Suite

How to install the Office Automation Suite 5.2:

OAS_Setup_Guide

How to use the Office Automation Suite:

OAS_User_Guide

This user guide covers Document Management in OAS, how to create document templates, Quick Connections, using Quick Reports and Grid Queries and User Defined Attributes.

Office Automation Suite ‘How to’ Videos:

Getting Started

Search for documents I

Search for documents II

Check in a Document MS Word MS Excel MS PowerPoint

Check in an email in MS Outlook

Fetch and open a template

Create a document template I

Create a document template II

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MS Outlook Folder Synchronization

What is Office Automation Suite:

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Compatibility Matrix

Technical Info (OAS 5.2)

The Office Automation Suite is a proper add-in for Microsoft Office.  It comes as an MSI and is easily installed on a client computer. Communication with the IFS Application server is done through HTTP via the IFS Access Provider. A wide range of versions and variants of Office and Windows are supported.

User & Setup Guide

Compatibility matrix and OAS versions

Office Automation Suite is compatible with/requires the following operating systems, frameworks and applications listed in the table below.

Do you have questions or comments regarding the Office Automation Suite?

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Notes:

• ¹ Windows Server 2012 32/64 bit may work, but is not supported
• ² IFS Applications™ 7.5 is not supported, but may work
• ³ Not supported, but may work
• ⁴ It’s possible to use OAS.exe from Aurena, and links in OAS will open in Aurena

What is ERP

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is a type of software used by organizations with the purpose of managing its various areas.

By connecting all parts into a single system, users are, hopefully, given a comprehensive view of the entire organization while also being able to turn their eye more easily to any one specific part. The areas could be things such as finance, manufacturing, project management and human resources. But in order to get a clearer picture of what an ERP system is, it can be helpful to look into why you would use such systems and what their benefits are.

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Who needs ERP and Why?

Have you ever pondered on the need for a new system that can win you even more customers and simplify the internal work processes?

It is true we currently live in challenging times and your business is moving along anyway but it is not only about surviving or floating on the surface. Your competitors are real sharks in the ocean so you need to watch closer on any business management areas where you can reach that desired competitive advantage. So why choose a new ERP system that will propel changes in your business?

If the agenda at your meetings has always included some of the issues below you will surely need to choose an ERP system:

• We need to automate processes in order to increase our efficiency
• We have too much information spread in multiple spreadsheets
• We need better traceability, scheduling of stock levels and production
• We need an integrated system which can be a backbone for all our internal tools
• How can we extract viable data to make meaningful reports?
• We need a system that presents true costs and estimates, quotes and plans accordingly

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Advantages of an ERP System

When it comes to the advantages of an ERP system it can be said that the biggest one is that it centralizes a company’s database information, it simplifies business processes, and it automates repetitive tasks.

When you scratch the surface, you will realize that there are a few other crucial benefits for your organization. Some of them are:

1. Reduces Cost – it saves you money and time in the long run. As mentioned earlier, it automates routine tasks so that you can focus on higher-priority responsibilities.
2. Boosts Efficiency – One of the functionalities is that the system can claim activities such as forecasting, creating an order and tracking a product from manufacturing to delivery.
3. Improves Reporting and Planning – Having an ERP suite in departments leads to your organization having an interconnected system for every process. With only one assured validity it can achieve beneficial reports and analytics at any time. Analyzing and comparing functions across departments is what this software allows you to do. It also helps sorting out unnecessary excel files and emails.
4. Standardizes Business Processes – Automated processes are crucial because they reduce errors and costs. This leads to a better synergy between departments.
5. It can be Cloud-based. The system itself doesn’t have to be managed or serviced by your own IT staff. It is accessible by users from the web browser meaning that you are not bound to a specific hardware.

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Different ERP systems suit different industries

An ERP system will match any company’s sizes and maturity level – from newbies on the market with a dozen employees to well-known big players with multi-level departments. But are some ERP systems better suited for your specific industry or business? The answer is most likely yes, as it today exists a wide range of different ERP systems for different niches, benefits and limitations.

Addovation is partner with IFS (Regional System Integrator) and Oracle NetSuite (Alliance Partner) and offer a range of products and services related to these ERP systems. By further navigation on our website, you can find more information about our ERP offerings and why you should choose Addovation as your long-term partner for Sustainable Business Solutions.

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