Sydney Hoffman

Avatar of Sydney Hoffman Sydney Hoffman is a software analyst and managing editor for Software Connect. She has a bachelor’s degree in technical writing from the University of Southern Indiana. With experience producing content for web, print, television, and radio, Sydney hails from the small, strange town of Santa Claus, Indiana, which is in fact a real place.

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The Best Performance Management Software

Performance management software helps companies analyze employee performance through reviews and surveys. Our top picks include Paycor, Lattice, and ClearCompany.

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xTuple Review: Ratings and Features

xTuple is an affordable manufacturing ERP system for growing manufacturers, supporting numerous operations. See our verdict and user reviews for more info.

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The Best Accounting Software with Offline Access

We researched the best desktop accounting software based on pricing and similarity to QuickBooks. Review TallyPrime, Odoo, DENALI Business Software, and GnuCash.

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The Best Print Shop Management Software

Compare the best print shop management software: shopVOX, ShopWorks, InfoFlo Print, ePS Pace, ePRO Print, PrintVis, and Printavo.

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The Best Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

We tested and compared applicant tracking systems like Paycor, ClearCompany, Rippling, Dayforce HCM, Homebase, BambooHR, Lever ATS, and ADP Workforce Now.

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Best Discrete Manufacturing Software

Discrete manufacturing software manages supply chains, tracks inventory, and schedules production. Compare top picks like Epicor Kinetic, Acumatica, and ECI M1.

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What Are Variance Reports?

A variance report is a planning document that compares budgeted amounts for expenses and revenue to actual results. View examples and learn how to write a report.

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What Is Off-the-Shelf Software?

Off-the-shelf software is a readily available platform designed for a broad user base. It has prepackaged features and is not customized for specific companies.

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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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Root Cause Analysis Explanation and Examples

Root cause analysis (RCA) is a collection of systematic approaches to determine the underlying cause of problems. Learn more about its approach and techniques.

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Power BI Dashboards: 10 Examples and Best Practices

Jumpstart your dashboard with these ten Power BI examples, then learn nine best practices for building a clean and concise design with actionable insights.

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What are the Types of Enterprise Systems?

The three main types of enterprise systems are enterprise resource planning (ERP), customer relationship management (CRM), and supply chain management (SCM).

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What Is Inventory Shrinkage? Formula, Examples, & Prevention

Inventory shrinkage occurs when actual inventory levels are lower than your accounting records. Learn about causes, prevention, and how to calculate shrinkage rate with examples.

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CustomBooks

We like AccountingSuite because it's a competitively-priced option offering advanced functionalities beyond financial management.

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6 Design Examples in Business Intelligence

The 6 fundamental design elements include: BI dashboards · KPIs · Historical trending · Segmentation (treemaps) · Variance (line charts, bar graphs) · Table graphics

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What is Business Intelligence?

Business intelligence is a technological infrastructure that compiles, parses, and turns data into actionable information. Learn how BI works and view examples.

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Amortization vs. Depreciation: Key Differences

Amortization writes off the cost of an intangible asset over its useful life, while depreciation tracks loss in value for tangible assets—view formulas, examples, and differences.

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What Companies Use ERP Software?

ERP streamlines processes, empowers decision-making, and provides real-time data. Read on for our top companies utilizing ERP like Amazon, Apple, and Walmart.

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Demand Forecasting: Methods, Types, and Examples

Demand forecasting is the process of developing the best possible predictions of future consumer demand. Find which forecasting method works best for your business.

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The Best Manufacturing ERP Software

Compare the best manufacturing ERP software: Epicor Kinetic · Infor CloudSuite Industrial · Epicor Kinetic · SAP S/4HANA · BatchMaster ERP· Datacor · SYSPRO · Deacom

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The History and Evolution of ERP Systems: The Past and Future

ERP has evolved from manufacturing software in the 1940s to the modern day ERP. Learn more about the history and evolution of the modern ERP and explore the future.

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Accounts Receivable vs. Accounts Payable

Accounts Payable are what you owe to your vendors. Accounts Receivable are what your customers owe to you. View examples, key differences, and ways to automate AP and AR accounting.

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Sage Intacct Review: Ratings, Pros, Cons

We like Sage Intacct for its multi-entity support, strong integrations, and user-friendly interface. Explore user reviews and pricing details for more info.

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Best ERP Alternatives

Unveil the top ERP alternatives tailored for specific business functions. Discover cost-efficient, specialized software like QuickBooks and BambooHR, ideal for SMBs seeking simplicity.

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How to Calculate Manufacturing Overhead Costs

Calculate manufacturing overhead costs by summing up your facility’s indirect expenses. View examples and formulas and learn how to calculate predetermined overhead rate.

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IoT and ERP Integration: Benefits and Challenges

Enhance operational efficiency and decision-making by integrating IoT with ERP. Learn how real-time data and smart devices optimize business processes.

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ERP Data Management: Best Practices and Key Features

Enhance your ERP data management with our expert guide on best practices, key features, and future trends. Ensure data quality, streamline processes, and optimize your business operations.

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What Is Oracle ERP Software?

Oracle ERP software is a SaaS suite of software applications developed by Oracle Corporation. It supports processes like accounting, procurement, and project management.

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Managing Multiple ERP Systems: Benefits and Challenges

Streamline operations with our guide on managing multiple ERP systems. Discover the benefits, challenges, and best practices to optimize your business software framework.

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What Are The Core Goals and Objectives of ERP?

The main objectives of an ERP system are 1. Centralizing and streamlining data and 2. Optimizing business processes to increase ROI.

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ERP Implementation Plan: 7 Key Phases

The 7 key phases of ERP implementation are 1. Assessing Systems · 2. Project Planning · 3. Selection · 4. Design · 5. Development · 6. Testing · 7. Deployment

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Oracle Primavera P6 EPPM

Oracle Primavera P6 EPPM is a project management software for large enterprises. View pricing, pros, cons, and key features.

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Brightpearl

Brightpearl is a retail management software featuring multi-location inventory control. View pros, cons, user reviews, and key features.

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InfoFlo Print Review: Pricing, Features

InfoFlo Print is a print shop management solution which includes a complete workflow for new orders, design approval, production workflow and invoice management with payment processing. It is the only solution which includes a complete workflow for new orders, design approval, production workflow and invoice management with payment processing. No o

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Leasecake Review: Pricing, Ratings, Pros, Cons,

Leasecake is a lease management software that simplifies lease administration, tracks key dates, and centralizes property data for easy access. Find pricing, reviews, pros, and cons.

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Acumatica Cloud ERP Review: Features, Ratings

Acumatica Cloud ERP features an open architecture that caters to several industries including construction and manufacturing. See user reviews and our verdict.

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CGI Advantage ERP

CGI Advantage ERP is a software designed for local and state governments. View pros, cons, and key features like budgeting, financial management, and time tracking.

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Qualcy eQMS Review: Features, Ratings

Qualcy is an eQMS that streamlines document, equipment, and training management for manufacturers and pharmaceutical companies. Explore reviews and pricing.

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Wave Accounting Review: Pros, Cons

We like Wave for its ease of use, free features, and low barrier to entry for non-accountants. For the small business owner, it's a considerable step above using spreadsheets, introducing automation to your financial management.

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Contractor Foreman Review: Ratings, Pricing, Pros, Cons

Contractor foreman is an affordable construction management software for contractors with a free trial and prices starting at $49/month.

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Odoo Review: Pros, Cons, Pricing

Odoo is an open-source ERP offering CRM, manufacturing, accounting, and eCommerce modules. View pricing, key features, reviews, pros, and cons.

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Global Shop Solutions

Global Shop Solutions is a manufacutring ERP software with modules for inventory control, SPC, and CRM. View pricing, pros, cons, and key features.

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The Best Hardware Store POS Software

Explore our reviews of the most popular hardware store POS software i.e. Lightspeed Retail, eHopper, Korona POS, Rocksolid MAX, POS Nation, Celerant, and more

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Zoho CRM Review: Features, Pricing, Pros & Cons

Zoho CRM is a customer relationship management software for startups, small businesses, and enterprises. View pricing, pros, cons, features, and reviews.

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Zendesk Support Suite: Pros, Cons, Pricing, and Alternatives

Zendesk is a customer service management software that helps businesses manage customer service requests. Browse our pros and cons, get pricing, and find alternatives.

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Monday.com Review: Pricing, Pros, Cons

Monday.com is a work management tool with a visual, drag-and-drop interface and customizable project templates. Read our full review for pricing, pros, and cons.

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Xero Accounting Software Review: Pros, Cons

We recommend Xero for its user-friendly interface, affordability, and unlimited users per subscription. Xero is responsive and intuitive, with core accounting features in billing, invoicing, purchasing, and expense tracking.

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The Top Hippo CMMS Alternatives

Explore the top alternatives to Hippo CMMS like MaintainX, Limble CMMS, Fiix, UpKeep, eMaint, Maintenance Connection, Click Maint, and Brightly Asset Essentials.

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NorthStar WMS Review: 2024 Features, Pros, Cons

Northstar WMS is a tool for wholesalers, distributors, and manufacturers for order fulfillment and inventory management. See our verdict and user reviews.

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The Best Online Property Management Software

Explore our reviews of the most popular online property management software i.e., Appfolio, Avail, Yardi Breeze, Buildum, RealPage, RentRedi, Entrata, DoorLoop.