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.
How Customer Experience Makes Price Increases Easier and More Profitable
Learn how focusing on customer experience helps SMBs increase prices without losing loyalty—boost margins, retention, and long-term customer value.
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.
ERP vs MRP: Choosing the Right System for Manufacturing Success
Understand the key differences between ERP and MRP systems to choose the right solution for your manufacturing business based on size, goals, and budget.
How an ERP system can help your business thrive as manufacturing makes a comeback
An ERP system for manufacturing streamlines operations, reduces costs, and improves inventory control—helping your business thrive in today’s competitive market.
Why do manufacturing businesses need an MRP system?
See why manufacturing businesses need MRP systems to stay competitive. Learn how MRP software improves production planning, inventory management, & more.
Meet Jonathan Rogerson: Senior Field Service Consultant at ECI
Jonathan Rogerson shares insights from 30+ years in field service, the impact of COVID-19, and how tech helps MPS providers streamline operations.
Succession Planning: What to do when it’s time to hand the business off
Most small business owners are so caught up in the day-to-day running of their business that planning for retirement is hard to even think about. But the succession of your...
5 Benefits You Need to Attract and Retain Millennials
The millennial generation is the present and future of your business. Learn how to attract and retain the best talent in that group.
The Shape of Supply Chains in the Digital Economy
In 2020, we learned just how valuable—and fragile—supply chains can be. As the global economy becomes increasingly digital and strategic, supply chains are being reimagined.
SMBs Must Manage the Cybersecurity Threats of Hybrid and Remote Work Environments
In the midst of the pandemic work environment and beyond, remote and hybrid remote-workplace environments have clearly become a new norm for many organizations. As welcome...
How to Detect When Employees Are Stealing from Your Company
Employee theft and embezzlement is on the rise, affecting 95% of businesses in the U.S.
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