How AI is changing builders merchant software

How AI is changing builders merchant software

This week’s guest blog is from one of our exhibitors, Intact: Most of us already use AI without thinking about it – predicting what we type, mapping faster routes, suggesting what we might like next. But are you getting the same benefits in your...
The history of ERP systems…

The history of ERP systems…

If you’re unsure about the development of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems, and how they evolved, read on… ERP systems evolved from 1960s Material Requirements Planning (MRP) software for manufacturing, which grew into Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP...
Why every ERP project needs a system owner

Why every ERP project needs a system owner

This week’s guest blog is from one of our exhibitors, Intact: Thinking about upgrading your ERP? One of the best ways to set yourself up for success isto choose the right people internally to guide the journey. That means not only getting through the...
How ERP supports workforce management

How ERP supports workforce management

An ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) for workforce management integrates human resources, payroll, and other business operations into a single, centralised system. This approach streamlines tasks like employee data management, onboarding, and payroll processing,...
ERP and Cloud adoption: is this now a normality?

ERP and Cloud adoption: is this now a normality?

What is Cloud ERP and why is becoming so popular? Cloud ERP is a an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system that is hosted and delivered through a vendor’s cloud platform. This allows users to access and manage their business operations via the internet....
How CFOs can champion ERP adoption in 2025

How CFOs can champion ERP adoption in 2025

This week, our guest blog is from one of our exhibitors, X3 Consulting. They know how hard it is to implement a new ERP system, and speak about how important the role of the CFO is for this ERP adoption: As the business landscape grows increasingly complex, the role...