Cloud versus traditional ERP

Aug 24, 2015

The cloud ERP software market is experiencing enormous growth whilst traditional ERP vendors, who have dominated the market by locking-in customers with growth-yielding licensing deals, are now struggling to survive. Gartner says cloud software will drive...

SAP introduces Business ByDesign

Aug 11, 2015

SAP has expanded its cloud-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) and business management software offering to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with the introduction of SAP Business ByDesign. The new solution was announced today at a partner event held in Johannesburg, South Africa. The solution provides mid-sized businesses with sophisticated software to boost profitability and efficiency, while reducing IT infrastructure complexity that often stifles SMEs.

Is distribution ready for cloud ERP?

Aug 3, 2015

Wholesale distribution is an established, complex and dynamic business where distributors must balance a number of competitive challenges to meet the ever-fluctuating customer demands. To stay ahead of the competition, it is critical to implement tools that integrate...

Adobe updates Connect offering

Jul 27, 2015

The new Adobe Connect delivers critical new enhancements and capabilities to address challenges faced by many organisations in conducting virtual meetings, webinars, and training. The Platform meets the growing demand for advanced technology to support specialised...

Software escrow levels the playing fields

Jul 10, 2015

Software escrow agreements can play a major role in developing a business environment in which South African SMMEs can flourish. This is because an escrow arrangement governing the source code developed and maintained by the SMME essentially nullifies tender...