OpenERP – First Look by an Experienced ERP Implementer

Hi Everyone, One of my goals is to continiously learn. My purpose this week is to better understand OpenERP. The below video was created as a result of my first 3 hours with the application. If you have ever wanted

Bank Balance Management in ADempiere, Open Source ERP

Hi Everyone, The purpose of this article is to share a best practice implementation for managing daily bank balances. When you use asset based lending, you only want to borrow the minimum amount on a daily basis to help reduce

Scorecards in ERP Systems

Hi Everyone, This post is a little different than my typical offering; however, it very much speaks to your ability to achieve success in an ERP implementation. Here is the question: “What are the pros and cons to using a

Using ADempiere, Open Source ERP, to Support IFRS and GAAP

Hi Everyone, Here is a common question about ADempiere or iDempiere and accounting reporting standards. “Because of our interactions with various government departments, we have reporting requirements to comply with existing and upcoming IFRS standards. We may also need to

Open Source or Free ERP for Job Shop Manufacturing

Hi Everyone, Here is a common question: “We are currently looking for an ERP System for a job shop manufacturing environment. Many of the ones we look at are weak in accounting, or do not have the needed flexibility. Does

ADempiere, Open Source ERP, and the Power of the Charge

Hi Everyone, If you are evaluating ADempiere or iDempiere as a viable ERP, it is worth spending some time on the concept of a Charge. The Charge is ADempiere’s map from a document (like a Vendor AP Invoice) to the

ADempiere Review – Open Source ERP

Hi Everyone, It is not very often that you get an integrator giving an honest and open opinion about their ERP. I hope this post is a metaphorical “breath of fresh air” to those searching for the right ERP for

ERP Road Map to Success – Beyond Technology

Hi Everyone, I have had the unique opportunity to simultaneously hold two critical roles over the last twelve years: (1) Director of HR and (2) Director of IT. This situation gives me a unique perspective on creating success with ERP

Accounts Payable (AP) Credit Card Management in ADempiere

Hi Everyone, This is a tutorial of how to process Accounts Payable (AP) Credit Card transactions in ADempiere, Open Source ERP. Here are the Steps: Setup (1) create an AMEX Bank (2) Create an AMEX Business Partner (3) Create an

How to Choose an ERP or MRP?

Hi Everyone, You have two tasks ahead of you: (a) choosing an ERP and (b) choosing an integration partner. Both are challenges. Regarding ERP, start with three categories (1) industry leader, (2) industry specialist, and (3) open source ERP. Your