Big Ideas for Small Businesses
The latest news, industry insights and more about ECI, ERP, and cloud computing for small to mid-size business development.
Data Visualizations are Key to Business Intelligence and Growth
Explore how data visualizations for business intelligence empower SMBs to make faster, smarter decisions, uncover trends, and drive sustainable growth.
Six Reasons Service Agreements Work
Learn the top benefits of service agreements for providers. Improve cash flow, boost customer loyalty, and build steady business growth with maintenance contracts.
10 Tips for Managing Your Time and Your Energy
Boost productivity with 10 expert time and energy management tips—set goals, block focus time, minimize distractions, and stay energized throughout the day.
A Focus on the Customer Makes Price Increases Easier
Want to increase prices without losing your customers? Discover how personalized service and customer experience can build loyalty and protect your margins.
12 Keys to ERP Discovery Call Success
Discovery calls are your opportunity to conduct a business relationship exploration through dialogue with each potential solution provider.
Six ERP Basics Your Business Can’t Do Without
Choosing the right business management solution should maximize the efficiency and productivity of every functional area of your business.
ECI Spruce Webinar Series: Boost Profitability for Builders Merchants
Learn how ECI Spruce software helps builders merchants cut costs, manage inventory, and increase profits in this exclusive webinar series tailored to the industry.
Duchy Timber Boosts Production with New Resaw Investment
Duchy Timber invests in a high-tech resaw to increase production and meet growing demand, reinforcing its commitment to quality and growth in the Southwest.
Huws Gray Acquires Sandysike Builders Merchants to Expand in Cumbria
Huws Gray Group acquires Sandysike Builders Merchants, strengthening its presence in Cumbria and expanding toward Scotland with strategic regional growth.
Covid-19 App Disrupts Building Materials Supply Chain, BMF Warns
BMF reports Covid-19 app self-isolation alerts are disrupting the building materials supply chain, causing staff shortages and pushing back lead times.
ERP vs MRP: How both systems can help you to excel in the manufacturing industry
Manufacturing is definitely considered important to the economy. A recent report from the Australian Government found it contributes around $100 billion to GDP annually and...
How an ERP system can help your business thrive as manufacturing makes a comeback
In this post, we discuss the benefits of ERP systems for manufacturing, from optimizing workflows & inventory to boosting decision-making and growth.
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