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George Mackiewicz

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President/Owner, CAL Business Solutions, Inc

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Dec. 28, 2010

George Mackiewicz and 12 other people answered this question

ERP Software Selection Best Practices: What are your 3 tips for selecting an ERP software?

1) Flexibility – choose a system that is easy to integrate and connect with other systems. Also a system that has many ISV/add-on applications available to add functionality you need without expensive customization. Be careful when looking at industry specific niche products. They can seem ... more

Erp Best Practices

Erp Maintenance

Nov. 4, 2010

George Mackiewicz and 3 other people answered this question

What features should I look for in small business accounting software?

Look for a simple user interface that is comfortable for you based on your experience level. Not too many options. Determine what is your desired level of financial analysis, Your accountants or advisors can determine when you need to move from a starter package like ... more

Human Resources

Accounting Software

Nov. 4, 2010

George Mackiewicz and 2 other people answered this question

Small Business Accounting Software Options?

Sometimes hosted solutions are more cost effective in short term but not in the long term. It can be expensive to pay for the software forever instead of a one time fee. Make sure you compare all the costs now and for the next 10 ... more

Accounting Software

Nov. 4, 2010

George Mackiewicz and 2 other people answered this question

Which is the best & Simple online Payroll system and also an accounting software for 1-10 employees?

Based on your level of accounting requirements the lower end packages like Quickbooks have an interface that is easy to use but feature sets are limited. Higher end packages, such as Microsoft Dynamics GP, offer robust payroll and auto tax filing. more

Human Resources

Nov. 4, 2010

George Mackiewicz and 6 other people answered this question

Supply chain management application for midsized equipment manufacturing company?

Of the ERP products Microsoft offers you can scale from low end to high (Microsoft Dynamics GP to Microsoft Dynamics AX on high end). You get an investment credit when you buy one Microsoft ERP product if you later want to move to a higher ... more

Supply Chain Applications

Nov. 4, 2010

George Mackiewicz and 5 other people answered this question

What are good erp solutions for small business?

I would recommend that you look into Microsoft Dynamics GP. The Total Cost of Ownership is lower than Netsuite. I can provide some nice white papers on this if you are interested. more

Nov. 4, 2010

George Mackiewicz and 1 other person answered this question

ERP: what specific features deliver the most business value?

I feel the areas that deliver the most value are areas surrounding customer service. That is where you get the most bang for your buck; developing better customer loyalty; giving service to your customer in more efficient way. You get the right information in the ... more

Nov. 4, 2010

George Mackiewicz and 3 other people answered this question

How do you convince management of ERP?

If it was me I would take an incremental approach to show what your company would look like with new ERP system. Take sample strategic areas that are currently inefficient, set them up in the new environment and have a meeting with management to show ... more

General Management

Nov. 4, 2010

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What has your experience been on the length of an ERP implementation that covers finance, operations

Normally 2-4 months to be fully implemented. Certain phases are complete at 2 months but full roll out requires approx. 4 months. At least this is our experience with over 200 implementations of Microsoft Dynamics GP. more

General Management

Manufacturing Systems

Aug. 16, 2010

George Mackiewicz commented on a brief

Why Do So Many ERP Software Projects Go Over Budget? (And Who is to Blame!)

This is a good article! Points are excellent and very insightful!

Accounting Software

Anya Ciecierski

Aug. 16, 2010

George Mackiewicz commented on a brief

Do You Really Need to Pay for ERP Software Maintenance Plans?

Great article, very insightful and excellent points. I agree!

Accounting Software

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