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An efficient supply chain formula for all manufacturers
Manufacturing

An efficient supply chain formula for all manufacturers

Technology also helps increase decision velocity, enabling manufacturers to mitigate the impact of interruptions and keep supply chains running smoothly.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Jun 2023
How to choose the right warehouse automation technology
Supply Chain

How to choose the right warehouse automation technology

Before investing in any form of automation, it's important to evaluate specific needs and understand the principles behind warehouse management.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 3 min read • Wed, 10th May 2023
The top enterprise tech trends to watch out for in 2023
Supply Chain

The top enterprise tech trends to watch out for in 2023

Now that we've settled into the new year, enterprise cloud solution providers look to expand their focus to business buyers, not just IT/development teams.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Apr 2023
Personalised, agile business made possible by composable ERP
Digital Transformation

Personalised, agile business made possible by composable ERP

Business leaders are driving digital transformation and the importance of composable ERP, allowing for more agility and personalised experiences.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Mar 2023
Securing data from cyberattacks and data breaches
Software-as-a-Service

Securing data from cyberattacks and data breaches

The immediate costs are a trifle when compared to the incalculable, lasting brand, reputation, and business damage that a data security incident causes.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Feb 2023
Meeting sustainability expectations, but at what cost?
Supply Chain

Meeting sustainability expectations, but at what cost?

The food and beverage industry faces increasing pressure to be sustainable and profitable, but it is no longer a choice, writes journalist [Author].

By Jarrod Kinchington • 7 min read • Thu, 9th Feb 2023
Why democratised data is crucial to improve operations
Digital Transformation

Why democratised data is crucial to improve operations

Democratising data—making data consumable for a wider population—will give these front-line users valuable decision-making insights.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 6 min read • Tue, 24th Jan 2023
How Artificial Intelligence is transforming the distribution industry
Data Analytics

How Artificial Intelligence is transforming the distribution industry

The rise of AI will not fade away because it's making so many tasks quicker and easier. So here's what you need to know.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Jan 2023
Why Cloud is not always enough
Storage

Why Cloud is not always enough

Cloud computing has become the future, but the debate between single tenant and multi-tenant deployment remains. Understanding the differences is crucial.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 6 min read • Wed, 7th Dec 2022
Why digital investment in manufacturing is increasingly focussed on industry-centric applications
Manufacturing

Why digital investment in manufacturing is increasingly focussed on industry-centric applications

Manufacturers are increasingly embracing industry-specific cloud ERP to drive sustainable growth and streamline processes, according to Deloitte.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Oct 2022
Five ways manufacturers can benefit from a purpose-built ERP
Manufacturing

Five ways manufacturers can benefit from a purpose-built ERP

As the manufacturing world rapidly evolves to meet new challenges, many organisations are working to define a new roadmap to success.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Sep 2022
Why investing in technology is the best strategy for retaining services talent
Management

Why investing in technology is the best strategy for retaining services talent

Restaurant workers face growing job vacancies in the hospitality sector, but advanced technology can help ease the burden and retain talent.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 4 min read • Tue, 6th Sep 2022
How manufacturers can respond to rapid change with technology
Manufacturing

How manufacturers can respond to rapid change with technology

Disruption, innovation, and continual refinement of shop floor processes are driving factors in today's complex market landscape.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Aug 2022
Economic recovery for industrial manufacturers through purpose-built cloud ERP
Unified Communications

Economic recovery for industrial manufacturers through purpose-built cloud ERP

Technology can help industrial machinery and equipment (IM&E) manufacturers take advantage of pent-up demand and motivate customers to reignite paused projects.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 7 min read • Thu, 14th Jul 2022
Cloud technology for agile supply chains
Internet of Things

Cloud technology for agile supply chains

Autonomous vehicles, infotainment and smart electronics - today's consumers expect state-of-the-art features and the highest level of vehicle safety.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Apr 2022
How safe is an organisation's data from security breaches?
Software-as-a-Service

How safe is an organisation's data from security breaches?

Data breaches can cost businesses millions, but the real damage lies in the lasting brand and reputation harm they cause, says Infor ANZ VP Jarrod Kinchington.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Feb 2022
Cloud ERP critical to manufacturers' bid in work-from-anywhere vision
Manufacturing

Cloud ERP critical to manufacturers' bid in work-from-anywhere vision

Cloud ERP software can support remote connectivity for deskless workers in manufacturing, a trend gaining traction post pandemic.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 4 min read • Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
Cultural norms continue to drive F&B technology trends into the future
Mobility

Cultural norms continue to drive F&B technology trends into the future

The F-B industry has embraced technology as self-driven ordering, location agnostic functions, and guest expectations trend. #foodandbeverage #technology.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Dec 2021
Cloud ERP: The first step to commercial success
Data Analytics

Cloud ERP: The first step to commercial success

It is critical to have an ERP system based on current technology, which makes it easier to share data across an organisation.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Nov 2021