Ts Group Erp Systems Decision
TS Group ERP Systems Decision
Dale Hogeland
Walden University
July 17, 2011 Abstract This paper is an attempt to understand why TS Group chose JDE over SAP, SYSPRO, and Microsoft Dynamics. Within this paper all four ERP products (JDE, SAP, SYSPRO and Microsoft Dynamics) are evaluated for their strengths and weaknesses. From this evaluation a hypothesis is made as to why TS Group preferred the JDE ERP system. Considering any consultants available for these products, an argument is presented as to which constituents (stakeholders) had the most influence on this decision.
TS Group ERP Systems Decision TS Group purchased an ERP software solution from JD Edwards (JDE) in order to accomplish the same results as Motorola with respect to “one day closing” of their monthly consolidated financial accounts, as well as to remain competitive in their market (Lee, C. Y. J., and Lau, M. S. R., 2005). What senior executives wanted to achieve with the new ERP was the following: Quick access to financial statements, sharing of data among other applications, and decision making support with accurate and timely information (Lee, et al, 2005).
Discussion
In evaluating the four systems, the three criteria stated above where the metrics by which a decision would be made, as well as which company catered best to manufacturing, distribution and CPG. A summary of the strengths and weakness of each company and their software follows. I. JDE ERP (EnterpriseOne):
Integrated system designed to add value in assisting midsize companies in “…managing finances, projects, suppliers, assets, manufacturing and fulfillment” (Mutt, N., 2011). It provides “…native industry functionality for …CPG (especially agriculture and consumables), general manufacturing and distribution…” (Hestermann, C., Pang, C., and Montgomery, N., December 17, 2010, p. 20). A. Strengths 1. Financials: Accurate financial operations and reporting. Enhanced data reliability with concurrent
Dale Hogeland
Walden University
July 17, 2011 Abstract This paper is an attempt to understand why TS Group chose JDE over SAP, SYSPRO, and Microsoft Dynamics. Within this paper all four ERP products (JDE, SAP, SYSPRO and Microsoft Dynamics) are evaluated for their strengths and weaknesses. From this evaluation a hypothesis is made as to why TS Group preferred the JDE ERP system. Considering any consultants available for these products, an argument is presented as to which constituents (stakeholders) had the most influence on this decision.
TS Group ERP Systems Decision TS Group purchased an ERP software solution from JD Edwards (JDE) in order to accomplish the same results as Motorola with respect to “one day closing” of their monthly consolidated financial accounts, as well as to remain competitive in their market (Lee, C. Y. J., and Lau, M. S. R., 2005). What senior executives wanted to achieve with the new ERP was the following: Quick access to financial statements, sharing of data among other applications, and decision making support with accurate and timely information (Lee, et al, 2005).
Discussion
In evaluating the four systems, the three criteria stated above where the metrics by which a decision would be made, as well as which company catered best to manufacturing, distribution and CPG. A summary of the strengths and weakness of each company and their software follows. I. JDE ERP (EnterpriseOne):
Integrated system designed to add value in assisting midsize companies in “…managing finances, projects, suppliers, assets, manufacturing and fulfillment” (Mutt, N., 2011). It provides “…native industry functionality for …CPG (especially agriculture and consumables), general manufacturing and distribution…” (Hestermann, C., Pang, C., and Montgomery, N., December 17, 2010, p. 20). A. Strengths 1. Financials: Accurate financial operations and reporting. Enhanced data reliability with concurrent
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