When your company decides to invest in an ERP software system, the term ‘implementation’ will undoubtedly be used on a frequent basis. If you are unfamiliar with ERP systems and are in the initial stages of your software search, you may not be aware of the sheer number of factors present in a typical ERP implementation, and how … Read more
The cost of inventory management software will depend on several different factors including: The number of users who need access to the system Whether you’re implementing a cloud-based or an on-premises solution If you’re implementing an all-in-one inventory and accounting system or just an inventory solution Whether you need to integrate with any other existing … Read more
The cost of ERP software will depend on several factors and vary from one vendor to the next. However, across software tiers or categories, the price of competing solutions will be similar. This allows businesses to easily compare vendors in the same category on factors other than costs – such as functionality, industry fit, after-sale … Read more
Comparing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software vendors can be a difficult process, but with due diligence and knowing what to look for, you can arrive at an informed decision. Starting with functionality, industry expertise, and the ability to manage your processes – there are a lot of factors to consider when comparing different vendors. Especially … Read more
When starting the search for new wholesale distribution ERP software, one consideration to make is if it’s better to develop a custom-based application or find something out-of-the-box. Although it might seem like having a system developed specifically for your business is the best solution, there are many dangers associated with paying for a custom piece … Read more
Project delays of any kind can be frustrating, unproductive and costly, especially in a small business where budget and resources are limited. When it comes to a complex project with numerous moving parts like the acquisition of new business management software, things can quickly get off track and timelines can go awry for many reasons. Misaligned objectives, lack … Read more
Ever notice how it’s impossible to find pricing for accounting ERP software online? Have you ever filled out a “Request a Quote” form on a website expecting an email response, only to have a sales rep reach out to you by phone? There is a specific reason why you can’t easily find pricing information online … Read more
The enterprise software industry is typically divided into 3 different tiers and/or segments: Tier One introductory systems, Tier Two mid-market ERP systems and Tier Three, top-tier or Blue Chip solutions. Each different Tier is geared towards companies of a particular size, with certain business processes and future strategic plans. A high-level understanding of the different Tiers and … Read more
Investing in an ERP software system is an important event in your company’s history. Your company is growing and you have decided to eliminate the redundancies of outdated manual processes, to take advantage of the operational efficiencies inherent in ERP software. As you begin your software search, before evaluating different vendors, it is always good practice to … Read more
Does cheap software exist? Absolutely! However, the term cheap has a negative connotation for good reason: it does not mean the same as good value. Instead, “cheap” defines the compromise on quality for reduced cost. In selecting inventory or accounting software for your business, should you be looking at what offers the best value, or … Read more
Blue Link ERP provides integrated Accounting Software and Inventory Management Software to small and medium sized businesses, primarily wholesalers & distributors. READ MORE
