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[Webinar] Manufacturing 2021: 4 industry trends to watch & 3 moves to make

Now that 2020 is behind us, what is the outlook and trends for the year ahead? How should manufacturing respond to the c...

January 11, 2021

Is ERP the key to post-COVID business success?

COVID changed the world. Is ERP a key tool businesses should look to propel their success? Read more on Sage Advice.

January 4, 2021

Customer success: How Marathon Medical pivoted its supply chain to help patients and frontline workers

Read about how Sage customer Marathon Medical adjusted and scaled its supply chain to distribute life-saving products.

December 18, 2020

Q&A with Aaron Olin: Food & Beverage COVID challenges and how ERP enables agility

The COVID-19 pandemic forced food and beverage companies to make significant operational changes. Here's how a modern ER...

December 6, 2020

Customer Success: Ritchey Metals leverages Sage X3 for exponential growth

Learn how Sage customer, Ritchey Metals, leverages Sage X3 as its all-encompasing ERP solution to gain real-time data in...

December 4, 2020

A guide to basic accounting for manufacturing businesses

Manufacturing accounting is different to accounting in other industries. One big difference is that rather than simply s...

December 1, 2020

Tips for inventory management in the food production industry

Improving inventory management requires increasing command of your warehouse operations and the physical stock inside it.

November 30, 2020

Supply chain management: Definition, components, and technologies

This article covers supply chain management definition, components, and strategies, including tips for choosing the righ...

November 24, 2020

Understanding 100% bonus depreciation and the impact on your cash flow

The 2017 Tax Cuts & Jobs Act (TCJA) and 2020 CARES Act allow for a 100% bonus depreciation immediate write off of new an...

October 30, 2020

Why new equipment should be in your operational plan

3 manufacturing trends accelerated in 2020: How to prepare for what’s ahead

What trends and developments should the manufacturing industry look to adopt to make itself more agile post-2020? Read m...

October 7, 2020

Transforming the supply chain – AI and blockchain technology explained

How can Industry 4.0 assist your supply chain management? Read on see supply chain AI and blockchain technology explained.

October 5, 2020

5 ways technology can mitigate the risks of ghost and zombie assets

Both ghost and zombie assets arise from improper tracking of fixed assets. Here are five ways techology can mitigate the...

October 4, 2020

Artificial intelligence in 2020: A handbook for business leaders

Get your copy of the artificial intelligence in 2019 handbook to discover practical ways AI could transform your company...

October 2, 2020

Your business isn’t usual, so why rely on business-as-usual ERP tools?

Your business isn’t usual, so why rely on business-as-usual enterprise resource management (ERP) tools?

September 9, 2020

Drive post-coronavirus business with the circular economy

The circular economy could deliver an exciting economic opportunity, particularly in a time when businesses are looking ...

August 26, 2020

How blockchain traceability can improve supply chain management

Forward-thinking businesses look to technology to solve business problems. For supply chain management, should they be l...

August 20, 2020

Chemical manufacturing challenges in a post-coronavirus future

Learn how industry 4.0 technology can help chemical manufacturers adapt and innovate their supply chains to a post-coron...

August 14, 2020

Three ways distributors can achieve digital transformation

Distributors must find ways to maximize their supply chains to deliver exceptional customer experiences. Here are three ...

August 13, 2020

How AI can power post-coronavirus supply chains

Using AI can help improve supply chain efficiency and reduce risks with better forecasting. Discover what AI can do for ...

August 6, 2020

Can the circular economy ensure supply chain resilience?

Do sustainability and the circular economy fit into your business plans in a post-coronavirus world?

July 30, 2020

The technologies behind the circular economy

Here's a look at how the circular economy is impacting manufacturers and the technology they will need in order to addre...

July 3, 2020

Roush Yates Engines: ‘Technology allowed us to adapt quickly and manufacture for different industries’

Learn how Roush Yates Engines diversified their advanced manufacturing facility to provide support and jobs to their wor...

June 26, 2020

The perplexities for inventory planners post COVID-19

Practical steps for inventory planners to avoid a ripple effect on your inventory that could affect your business for ye...

June 17, 2020

When should you upgrade ERP software? Here’s how to know

Here's a look at the state of ERP today along with some tips on how to tell when it's time to upgrade ERP software.

May 15, 2020