Most can agree that cloud ERP, and certainly manufacturing cloud ERP, is in its infancy. Interestingly, while analysts project that the adoption rate for cloud HR is more than 60 percent and for cloud CRM over 75 percent, the present adoption rate of cloud ERP for manufacturers is less than 10 percent (versus 90 percent of on-premise ERP). Yet, there is a general consensus that by 2023 most of the installed MFG ERP systems will be cloud-based.
aPriori, a vendor of software for product cost management, has released an update of its platform. The tool aids in cost control by providing design, engineering, sourcing and manufacturing professionals with knowledge and technology infrastructure, helping them to determine the cost of a part or complete product.
Syspro, a developer of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, is readying Syspro 7 for general market release in 2013. The tool is currently available in community preview mode to Syspro resellers and partners.
Jeeves Information Systems AB, a developer of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems for small and medium-sized businesses, has established a new headquarters for its North American operations in Chicago.
Acumatica, a provider of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software in the cloud, has integrated its product with the AccellosOne Cloud WMS (warehouse management system).
Liaison Technologies, a provider of cloud-based integration and data-management services, has acquired Hubspan, the business-integration software vendor.
Infor, a vendor of multiple business applications, has formed a strategic partnership with Business + Decision, an international consulting and systems-integration firm.