White Papers, Industry Research & Reports

Reports created by vendors and independent research analysts and organisations within the manufacturing and supply chain environments. The reports take an-depth look into all aspects of certain manufacturing and supply chain technologies, as well as trends within specific market sectors, executive overviews of ways to improve efficiencies, cost savings, streamline processes, manage inventory, communicate and collaborate with partners, suppliers within manufacturing, production and supply chain/logistics operations.

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Managing Multiple Trade Agreements Through Automation – An EU Perspective

1 Managing Multiple Trade Agreements Through Automation – An EU Perspective

A White Paper by Integration Point

In March 2012, the conclusion of the European Council was to review progress and discuss how to deepen trade and investment relations with key partners in order to promote growth and jobs in Europe.

Exposed: The dirty truth about supply chain collaboration

2 Exposed: The dirty truth about supply chain collaboration

Columbus has gathered the experiences and best advice of manufacturing customers and experts in 4 topical guides. In this one, we discuss how to improve supply chain collaboration in four easily implementable steps.

Download the Free Guide Here...

Keeping your ERP system on target: A fresh approach to user training from Optimum Technology Transfer

3 Keeping your ERP system on target: A fresh approach to user training from Optimum Technology Transfer

Organisations typically invest in new or upgraded business systems as a way of improving operational efficiency and reducing costs. However, without continuous training programmes users could become disconnected from these systems and business processes.

Columbus shows you how to improve Discrete Manufacturing operational efficiency

4 Columbus shows you how to improve Discrete Manufacturing operational efficiency

Discrete Manufacturing is increasingly becoming a highly competitive and global industry. To succeed in today's fast-paced marketplace it is essential for discrete manufacturers to maximise operational efficiency. In this special Manufacturing Know How Guide, Columbus shows you how you can improve the efficiency of your own Discrete Manufacturing operations by offering a series of useful steps, together with a raft of other valuable information and guidance.

Keeping your ERP system on track: A fresh approach to user training..a report sponsored by Optimum

5 Keeping your ERP system on track: A fresh approach to user training..a report sponsored by Optimum

Investing in your business systems? Then it's time to take a fresh look at your user training, writes Optimum Technology Transfer Ltd.

Manage What Matters. A Management Series White Paper Presented by Demand Solutions

6 Manage What Matters. A Management Series White Paper Presented by Demand Solutions

The Pareto Principle, ABC Analysis and How to Manage by Exception. Managing by exception is like managing the needles in a haystack. What's the best and quickest way to find the needles? Shrink the haystack and use a magnet.

Download new Restricted Party Screening white paper

7 Download new Restricted Party Screening white paper

In today's era of heightened security, national governments are constantly adding new names to watch lists to avoid the risks linked to terrorism and prohibited commerce.

55% of mid-market companies cannot change their ERP software without IT consultants

8 55% of mid-market companies cannot change their ERP software without IT consultants

UNIT4 has announced findings of a new international research project undertaken by Technology Evaluation Centers (TEC) which surveyed 307 senior managers from a range of industries about their ERP and enterprise applications' ability to support business change.

Managing Inventory for Optimal Advantage

9 Managing Inventory for Optimal Advantage

10 Common Inventory Mistakes and How to Correct Them. A Management Series White Paper Compliments of Demand Solutions.....free to download.

Field service 2011- Mobility and the Extension of the Service Enterprise

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An Aberdeen Group Mobility White paper brought to you by Psion.The explosion of mobility in both the consumer and enterprise arenas is undeniable. Successful business leaders in service, IT or otherwise, fully fathom the opportunity provided by mobile tools and applications, and treat mobility as an extension of their IT and business strategy.

White Paper & Industry Research

The white paper research material in this section encompasses a variety of documents, white papers, case studies, reports, and surveys. This type of material is typically produced by industry analysts, consultants, and other experts. It is designed to provide insights into the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities within manufacturing, production and supply chain/logistics operations.

The material in this section has been provided by the following types of organisations:

  • Industry associations: Many industry associations produce white papers and other research material. For example, the American Marketing Association produces white papers on a variety of marketing topics.
  • Consulting firms: Consulting firms often produce white papers and other research material to share their insights with clients. For example, McKinsey & Company produces white papers on a variety of management topics.
  • Technology companies: Technology companies often produce white papers and other research material to promote their products and services. For example, Google produces white papers on a variety of topics related to search engine optimization.
  • Research firms: Research firms produce white papers and other research material to share their findings with the public. For example, Forrester Research produces white papers on a variety of technology topics.

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