Russ Davidson

Avatar of Russ Davidson Russ Davidson is a contributor for Software Connect. Since 2014, he has researched and covered a wide array of business management software topics. Russ spends his free time with a dog, cat, wife, and baby, although not necessarily in that order.

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12 Popular ERP Features: List of Key Capabilities

Most popular ERP features: 1. Integration 2.Automation 3. Data Analysis 4. Reporting 5. Inventory Management 6. Fulfillment 7. Accounting 8. CRM 9. Sales 10. HR 11. SCM 12. Manufacturing

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What are Quality Standards? List of 14 Examples

Elevate your business's performance with our guide on quality standards. Learn to implement and compare 14 crucial examples to ensure premium products and services.

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What is a Quality Management System?

Delve into the essentials of Quality Management Systems (QMS), their benefits, key standards like ISO 9001, and tools for continuous improvement in our comprehensive guide.

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What is EQMS?

How is an enterprise quality management system different from traditional quality management software? Learn what an EQMS can bring to your business.

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What is IIoT? Definition and Benefits of Industrial Internet of Things

The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is an ecosystem of devices that monitor, collect, and exchange date while communicating through sensors via the internet.

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How to Calculate OEE

The OEE formula is applied by multiplying Availability, Performance, and Quality percentages. Explore formulas, examples, and OEE software usages.

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Demand Planning vs. Supply Planning

Demand planning is forecasting customer demand, while supply planning manages the inventory to meet the forecasted customer demand. Learn how to optimize your supply chain efficiently.

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Sage Software Products List

Explore detailed reviews, pricing, and demos on Sage Accounting Software, covering various business needs from small to large enterprises. Find the perfect solution for your industry.

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What is Material Requirements Planning (MRP)?

Material requirements planning (MRP) is a system that calculates the materials needed to manufacture a product and meet consumer demand. See definition and steps.

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Construction Management vs. Project Management: Main Differences

A construction manager handles the building and construction of the project, while project managers control a project during all phases of development.

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The Best Manufacturing Quoting and Estimating Software

Manufacturing quoting and estimating software helps determine the cost of a project's materials. Top products include Costimator, Katana MRP, and DELMIAWorks.

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QuickBooks Enterprise vs. QuickBooks Online

Dive into the ultimate comparison of QuickBooks Enterprise and QuickBooks Online. Explore features, pricing, user capacity, and key differences to choose the right accounting solution for your business.

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6 Types of Manufacturing Processes

Explore the six types of manufacturing processes: Repetitive, Discrete, Job Shop, Batch Process, Continuous Process, and Additive Manufacturing. Learn how each process impacts production efficency.

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Infor vs. SAP - ERP Software Comparison Guide

Compare Infor and SAP ERP systems to find the best fit for your organization. Explore features, pricing, and deployment options. Read our detailed guide and expert reviews!

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7 Benefits of ERP Systems for Your Business

The key benefits to ERP systems include: Improved efficiency, enhanced collaboration and innovation, better decision-making, scalability, and more.

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What is Infor ERP?

Explore all of Infor's ERP products, including Infor Cloudsuite Financials, Infor LN, and Infor M3. Discover key features, ideal target market, and more for each system.

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NetSuite vs. Sage Intacct Comparison Guide

Sage Intacct is well-suited for those needing financial management, while NetSuite is the more complete system. Explore features, pricing, pros, and cons of both.

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Top 8 ERP Software Vendors

Explore the top ERP software vendors on the market today: 1. Microsoft · 2. SAP · 3. Oracle (NetSuite) · 4. Sage (Intacct) · 5. Epicor · 6. Infor · 7. Acumatica

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NetSuite vs. SAP: Comparison Guide

Discover the key differences between NetSuite and SAP ERP. In this article, you'll find key features, pros, cons, price range, and more for each product.

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Top Examples of ERP Systems in 2024

Top ERP examples include: SAP Business One · NetSuite · Acumatica · Epicor Kinetic · Dynamics 365 Business Central · Odoo · SYSPRO

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Guide to ERP Finance Modules: Features and Benefits

ERP finance module features include: General Ledger Management · Accounts Payable and Receivable · Fixed Asset Management · Reporting and Analytics · Budgeting

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The Challenges of Legacy ERP vs. Modern ERP Systems

Legacy ERPs are old systems that have become obsolete and provide challenges to businesses, such as outdated tech compared to modern ERP solutions.

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Developing a Successful ERP Reporting Strategy

An ERP reporting strategy can be used as a roadmap for businesses to effectively use data stored in their ERP system for predictions, budgets, and KPI tracking.

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Is QuickBooks an ERP System? A Comprehensive Comparison

Is QuickBooks an ERP system? The answer is no, since it only offers accounting capabilities. Explore the key differences between QuickBooks and ERP systems.

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Deciding When to Replace or Upgrade Your ERP Software

An ERP upgrade updates your current software to a newer version from the same vendor, while a replacement swaps your software for a new system, often from a different vendor.

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Why ERP Systems are Important for Your Business

Explore why ERP systems are crucial for business growth, offering improved efficiency, real-time data visibility, and enhanced customer service. Find top ERP software examples.

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ERP Modules Explained

Important ERP modules: Finance, Procurement, Inventory, Supply Chain, Customer Relationship Management, and Human Resources. Learn more about their benefits.

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Hippo CMMS Review

Hippo CMMS for asset tracking, work orders, and preventive maintenance. Find reviews, acquisition information, and more.

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The Best Production Scheduling Software

Production scheduling software helps plan production on your shop floor based on materials and capacity. Explore top picks like Katana, Visual Planning, and MRPeasy.

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CaseWorthy

CaseWorthy is a case management software that aims to help caseworkers and nonprofits track client data and schedule appointments. See user reviews for more.

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Pipedrive

Pipedrive is a CRM system that helps sales teams manage leads, projects, and email marketing through automations. Explore pricing information and key features.

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Truckbase

Truckbase is a truck dispatch software with real-time vehicle tracking and trip logs. It's best for asset-based carriers. View pricing, pros, cons, and reviews.

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WholesaleWare

WholesaleWare is a food distribution software fit for any food supply chain company. View pros, cons, pricing, reviews, and key features.

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Premier Construction Software Review: Pros and Cons

Premier Construction Software (Jonas Premier) is a true cloud, all in one accounting, job cost, project, document and drawing management solution, specifically designed to meet the needs of General Contractors, Land Developers, and Homebuilders. The cloud-based solution comprises of various integrated modules such as accounting, job costing & estim

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VS1 Cloud

VS1 Cloud is a cloud-based ERP software designed to manage finance, inventory, and reporting operations. Find user reviews, pros, cons, and key features

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Best Inventory Management Software

We demoed the top inventory management software. Read our reviews on inFlow Inventory, Fishbowl Inventory, Zoho Inventory, Cin7 Core, and HandiFox.

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The Best Human Resource Software

Human resource software helps manage your employees from application to post-employment. Our top picks include Rippling, Workday HCM, BambooHR, and Paylocity.

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The Best Fresh Produce Software

Fresh produce software helps growers, distributors, and processors with traceability and inventory. Compare top picks like Famous Software and Produce Pro.

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The Best QuickBooks Alternatives

Explore cloud and desktop-based accounting software with subscription and perpetual licensing options like AccountingSuite, Xero, TallyPrime, and Striven.

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The Best Small Business Manufacturing Software

We tested a variety of software for small manufacturers, including Katana Manufacturing ERP, MRPEasy, Fishbowl Inventory, JobBOSS², and xTuple.

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The Best Financial Forecasting Software

We tested the most popular financial forecasting software, including Workaday, Planful, Intuendi, and Anaplan. Read our firsthand reviews and pricing guide.

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The Best Order Management Software

We tested the top order management systems on the market and ranked our results for various businesses, i.e. Fishbowl Inventory and Zoho Inventory.

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The Best Nonprofit Software

We reviewed the top options for nonprofit software, including Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT, Bloomerang, Aplos Fund Accounting, Donorbox, and Intacct.

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The Best Apparel ERP Software

Explore our reviews of the most popular apparel ERP software on the market, including BlueCherry ERP, ApparelMagic, FDM4 ERP, N41, A2000, and AIMS360.

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The Best Field Service Management Software

We tested and reviewed the top field service management software: Jobber · ServiceTitan · Housecall Pro · ThermoGrid · Service Fusion · Simpro · Kickserv

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The Best Property Management Software

Best Overall: AppFolio · Best for International Properties: DoorLoop · Best for Residential: Buildium · Best for HOAs: Condo Control

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The Best School Management Software

Explore our reviews of the most popular school management software i.e. Alma, PowerSchool, Gradelink, PraxiSchool, AdminPlus, and Ellucian Banner.

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The Best Work Order Software

We reviewed and tested the top work order software, including Jobber, UpKeep, MaintainX, FMX, eMaint, Maintenance Connection, Fiix, and Limble CMMS.

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The Best Construction Project Management Software

Read our reviews of the most popular project management software on the market: Procore, Contractor Foreman, Buildertrend, and ProjectSight by Trimble.

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The Best Cloud ERP Software

We tested the most popular cloud ERP systems on the market i.e. Microsoft Dynamics 365, Odoo, SYSPRO, NetSuite, SAP Business One, and Epicor Prophet 21.