Rushabh Mehta

How difficult is it to start with an on-premise ERP implementation and then move to the cloud?

Erp Companies

Rushabh Mehta answered this question

Dec. 29, 2011

It should be the other way round, because it makes no sense to all the license + server fees up-front and then migrate to the cloud.
Open Source + SAAS ERPs are ideal of this, start low-risk in the cloud, if you think you want ... more

For a start-up manufacturer what should come first? ERP or PLM?

Rushabh Mehta and 3 other people answered this question

Dec. 9, 2011

I totally agree with Bill.
Couple of other factors would be how complex is your product and how much volume are you looking at initially? If your product is not too complex and your volume is not very high, I would suggest starting off with only ... more

Are social collaboration features useful/ appropriate for enterprise software?

Rushabh Mehta and 6 other people answered this question

May 11, 2011

I would say it will change the way Enterprise Software will be designed and at the same time this is an opportunity to explore how social features can be used to facilitate better communication. more

Does cloud-based ERP eliminate the need for capacity planning?

Rushabh Mehta and 2 other people answered this question

May 11, 2011

By capacity planning, I understand this is your manufacturing capacity.
If so, then the type of ERP has no direct relation to your capacity planning. If you open a basic Industrial Engineering Text, there are three main types of manufacturing systems that decide what kind of ... more

Cloud Computing

ERP Trends: What the top ERP trends to watch in 2011?

Rushabh Mehta and 11 other people answered this question

Dec. 10, 2010

- Web based - Software-as-a-Service (SAAS) ERPs will become more mature as web technology with the advancement of HTML5, will change the way we look at web.
- More (almost) vendors will push cloud (another name for SAAS) and will launch products in this space.
- Software ... more

Rushabh Mehta recommends this answer by Brian Vellmure (@BrianVellmure)

Nov. 19, 2010

Who are the true thought leaders in CRM space?

Eric,
Here is a great list created by Paul Greenberg (The "Godfather" of CRM)
http://www.zdnet.com/blog/crm/following-on-more-than-friday-the-ones-who-teac...
Chris Bucholtz of Forecasting Clouds also does an annual list - here's the one from last year:
http://www.forecastingclouds.com/articles/2821/ more

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Customer Relationship Management Strategy

Rushabh Mehta and 3 other people answered this question

Nov. 18, 2010

What are 2-3 key traits you look for in an ERP implementation manager?

1. Analytic Skills - analyze large amount of data, spreadsheet automation
2. Personal Organizing - To-do lists, calendars, follow-ups
3. Communication and influencing skills - Play peacemaker, be firm when needed
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What are some rules you have for implementing MRP?

Erp Managers

Software Implementation

Rushabh Mehta and 1 other person answered this question

Nov. 16, 2010

Hi David,
1. MRP is a very data intensive activity. Bill of materials (BOM) of all products need to be prepared, and more importantly updated regularly. First task is to allocate appropriate resources to the activity.
2. You do not want every item to run through the ... more

How do companies organize their ERP projects?

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Rushabh Mehta and 1 other person answered this question

Nov. 9, 2010

Jake,
I am assuming this is post identifying the need:
1. Identify an ERP champion who will lead the internal / external ERP team.
2. Write out a specifications document, don't say "yes" / commit a date, as of now.
3. Discuss with all stake holders
4. Wait (this is ... more

Who owns managing your ERP solution in your organization?

ERP Systems

Rushabh Mehta and 3 other people answered this question

Nov. 9, 2010

In my experience I have seen various options for the ERP champion are:
1. Young enthusiastic manager, backed by senior management (works best - energy + experience)
2. External consultant, aided by a junior manager
3. IT manager - if the company has one - and this is ... more

What are the advantages of a free/open source ERP system?

Erp Software Solutions

Rushabh Mehta and 7 other people answered this question

Oct. 29, 2010

@Jake / @Michael,
The best option is to go for Open Source + Hosted solution, so that you get the best of both worlds low cost and no installation issues. Open Source also allows you to move to your own hosting when you want. We are ... more

Are the "lines" that separate marketing and sales becoming increasingly blurred?

Erp Software Solutions

Open Source ERP

Rushabh Mehta and 30 other people answered this question

Oct. 27, 2010

Interesting thought... I still think marketing needs to be about the "abstract" customer. But the proliferation of avenues to talk about your product, marketers need to get down to talking to specific audiences.
Instead of lines blurring, a new category is created - Social Marketing - ... more

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Sales

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Oct. 21, 2010

Hosted or On-Premise ERP: Which is Right for Your Business

Is there such a thing as deregulation when it comes to business?

Rushabh Mehta and 2 other people answered this question

Oct. 19, 2010

Policy issues are never black or white. So there may not be a clear answer to that question!
If you are talking about finance - recently too many financial institutions took other people's money and gambled - and since they were not regulated enough (stopped from ... more

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Oct. 19, 2010

What questions should I ask my ERP vendor before committing to buy?

Good questions by Oleg and Eric --
Couple more I would add are
1. The complete cost estimate - many vendors do not tell you all the costs upfront
2. Also try and meet the analyst or implementation expert from the service provider (not the sales person) who ... more

Compiere vs. OpenBravo: What are the main differences?

Rushabh Mehta answered this question

Oct. 19, 2010

Hi Steve,
I checked this out too - there is no real website showing comparison of Open Source ERPs. Maybe an opportunity for someone to do that.
Are you looking for other Open Source ERPs too - OpenERP, OfBiz are some of the few out there. From ... more

Enterprise Resource Planning

Do I need to hire a full-time IT person to manage my new ERP?

Rushabh Mehta and 5 other people answered this question

Oct. 19, 2010

Wayne,
It depends on the size of your company and the kind of ERP you are planning to implement.
If you are going for a SAAS ERP, we have seen companies do without any specialized IT person. Also if you are a small company, then you will ... more

Human Resources

How is Web 2.0 altering the customer service landscape?

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Rushabh Mehta and 4 other people answered this question

Sept. 30, 2010

In simpler words, Web 2.0 makes you much more accessible to your customer for service requests. This can be via
- Social Networks - Facebook
- Embedded forms in your website
- Forums and Groups
- Online Chat
The cost of these service is coming down a lot and many ... more

Customer Service

Customer Support System

Web 2.0

Rushabh Mehta and 2 other people answered this question

Sept. 30, 2010

Your thoughts on the best strategy for a start-up company to begin their social networking efforts.

At the heart of any social media strategy is content. So the question is how much is the startup willing to invest in content. Ideally a start-up should invest in only one of the many mediums out there or risk spreading too thin. Here is ... more

Rushabh Mehta and 1 other person commented on a brief

Sept. 28, 2010

How to Increase Your Website Traffic

Hi Michael,
I might add that the real tough part is creating the quality content! Writing good articles and asking and answering good questions is not that easy. People are reading a lot more stuff so its going to be even harder for you to create ... more

Marketing

Search Engine Optimization

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Rushabh Mehta and 5 other people answered this question

Sept. 28, 2010

Benefits of ERP implementation?

Another good analogy we give people is that ERP is like exercising. There is not much short term benefit (unless you are looking to reduce your weight) - but it has great long term health benefits.
Similarly, an ERP will keep you fit and competitive over ... more

What is a "balanced scorecard" and how does it relate to BI?

Rushabh Mehta answered this question

Sept. 27, 2010

Hi Brian,
A balanced scorecard is a method developed by Robert Kaplan (the same guy who devised Activity-based costing) and others to have a "dashboard" for the enterprise that covers customer, financial, learning and operational perspectives.
Business intelligence in my view is a software tool that gathers ... more

Are there any security concerns when it comes to cloud computing?

Balanced Scorecard

Business Intelligence

Rushabh Mehta and 1 other person answered this question

Sept. 27, 2010

Mark,
It ultimately depends on what platform are you hosting on and how much motivation would someone have to get your data. If you are on a Linux based system, the standard security is usually quite good and not so easy to get in.
If you are ... more

Cloud Computing Solutions

Cloud Computing

Cloud Hosting

Rushabh Mehta asked a question

Sept. 27, 2010

How many Small Businesses owners / managers are looking for Open Source ERP / CRM solutions?

Do you think social media makes people journalists?

Erp & Crm Software.

Open Source Technologies

Saas Model

Rushabh Mehta and 3 other people answered this question

Sept. 26, 2010

Hi Karen,
Interesting question.
I would say, social media is creating a new class of amateur journalists. Journalists, who are not professionals, but also observe and interpret the world around them and write about it.
Most of us who use social media are not journalists. but the 10% ... more

Rushabh Mehta and 3 other people answered this question

May 24, 2010

What are the catches when looking for a good ERP company?

Hi Kyle,
I would like you to go a step further, what are you expectations from an ERP?
Even though every business has similar process but they have their own quirks and history. Maybe your first accountant was really good so you have great accounting processes in ... more

What are the benefits of using an online ERP system?

ERP Company

Rushabh Mehta and 3 other people answered this question

May 7, 2010

Hi Fred,
Would like to add to Steve's answer that on the flip side, online ERPs usually have a small customer base as they are just starting out and may not be very robust. So its important to get your expectations right!
Being a founder of a ... more

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