Abstract: Most of the manufacturing software vendors have planning and scheduling software which assume either infinite production capacity for calculating quantities of raw material and work in progress (WIP) requirements or infinite quantities of raw and WIP materials for calculating production capacity. There are many problems with this approach. This paper discusses the pitfalls of this approach and how to avoid these by making sure that the software you buy indeed takes into account finite quantities of required materials as well as finite capacities of work centers in your manufacturing facility.

Abstract: Administrative overload is a key problem in managing a human resources (HR) team. Health care rate hikes and not qualifying for high-end benefit packages are two serious concerns. Furthermore, missing filing deadlines can lead to legal fines and penalties. Outsourcing HR can be an effective way of providing high-quality HR services while avoiding risk, saving time, and protecting the bottom line.

Abstract: Human resources (HR) organizations have not fully embraced automation technologies. Up to 92 percent of HR “key controls”—fundamental to compliance with the US Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)—are executed manually. This paper explores how technology-savvy HR organizations, especially those with the right software, can satisfy SOX requirements, and bolster their role as a strategic partner in the enterprise.

Abstract: It's not easy being in human resources (HR). Globalization, a challenging economy, advances in technology, a competitive labor market, and a more fluid workforce have all had a significant impact on the way that HR executives do their jobs. In addition, the field is becoming increasingly more complex. Learn how integrating business intelligence (BI) with HR can generate efficiencies and make strategic decisions around staffing.

Abstract: Integration is the new currency of human resources (HR). Empirical research reveals that improving HR process, technology, and data integration to eliminate silos and facilitate cross-functional reporting affords significant business benefits. This white paper dives into the top five HR process integrations that provide organizations with the most business value.

Abstract: As businesses adopt enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems to give their departments accurate and accessible shared data, human resources (HR) isn’t being left out of the loop. In fact, most major ERP vendors now offer their customers HR modules that help automate an array of tasks while generating crucial data for enterprise planning and optimization. Get Focus Research’s take on the top 5 HR modules for ERP systems.

Abstract: To maintain an efficient and legally compliant company, your human resources (HR) functions play a much greater role than you might think. One of the best ways to organize your HR functions is with the documents your HR department creates, including your company's employee handbook and policies. Find out how an HR document solution can help you customize templates for these and many other important forms and procedures.

Abstract: This benchmarking study analyzes human resources (HR) performance for over 200 best-practice companies in three categories: process and transactional support, expertise-based business support, and strategic decision support. Two questions are at the core of the study: How can companies reduce HR costs and increase HR efficiency? And how can HR organizations create business value and optimize effectiveness? Find out what they said.

Abstract: Given the challenges facing governmental human resources (HR) departments, HR organizations need to take a hard look at their operations, and face the realities of what works—and what doesn’t. Shared services are the largely predominant organizational structure for delivering HR, and public sector HR executives must determine what must be done to take their organizations to the next level.

Abstract: The City of Montreal Police Service (SPVM) was seeking a new human resources (HR) system to manage professional development plans. The organization’s HR department knew that the new system needed to cover training management, competency management, and performance management. Learn more about the HR system that the SPVM chose, and the benefits it provides to both officers and HR workers.

Abstract: 10 years ago, only a few people believed that human resources (HR) would rise to such a prominent position within organizations. This document discusses the changing role of HR, as well as current and future challenges for HR professionals. It synthesizes findings from 40 interviews with HR leaders and executives from 25 North American and European organizations in a variety of major corporate sectors.

Abstract: Primarily due to rapid development of technology in the past thirty years, the market structure throughout the world has changed considerably. Local markets have become accessible to foreign manufacturers, who are able to perform well in their newly established territories in part due to their superior application of technology. In this light, most companies, including small and medium size, have embedded globalization in their expansion strategies, consistently seeking for new markets abroad. Consequently, local manufacturing companies are facing global competition, forcing them to adopt new concepts with respect to people, process and technologies. This document describes these approaches to production planning in detail as well outlines a software solution. The software solution (Production/3) combines both pull and push techniques and enables small to medium size organizations to fully automate their production system while retaining their investment in their legacy enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

Abstract: With a turnover of CHF 85 billion and 470 sites, Nestle is the world's largest food group. Learn how Nestle is able to plan its production and to accommodate finite capacity calculations in terms of manpower and material resources, strategic material availability, and through the significant production constraints of Nestle's different production environments.

Abstract: Enterprises understand the value of integration. One area that has been ignored is the plant. Plant systems and corporate systems must be complementary and leverage each other to provide their maximum value. Production intelligence provides both integration and valuable information which is not available in either type of system.

Abstract: But as you'll learn in making the business case for hr investments, a modern, integrated hr system can...

Abstract: The practice of human resources (HR) management has evolved dramatically over the past 10 years. Some might argue that those changes are sufficient to satisfy today’s business requirements. But will they be enough to meet the critical challenges of tomorrow? Find out how effectively first-generation HR initiatives dealt with strategic issues, and what you’ll need to focus on for a successful response to future changes.

Abstract: Human resources (HR) payroll solutions can foster greater efficiency and accuracy while cutting labor costs and bolstering employee morale. But getting the right payroll software for you isn’t easy. Is enterprise resource planning (ERP) with a payroll module what you need? Or best-of-breed HR payroll software? Find out what to look for, how to buy, and other tips to getting the most value from your payroll solution.

Abstract: Non-profit organization The March of Dimes realized that to continue its success, it would need to find more efficient and effective ways to work. Its human resources (HR) department was doing most of its HR and payroll processes manually—for over 1400 employees in various locations. To automate these processes, it turned to a Web-based application and has since significantly cut down on processing time and expense.