Trivia is taking over the nation. There’s sports trivia, pop culture trivia, software trivia…say what? Yes, we said it, software trivia.  If you don’t know anything about ERP or Microsoft Dynamics, now is the time to nerd out on these fun facts. Read the full article…

It’s every company’s worst nightmare: a major product recall.  In the age of the internet, recall news and bad press spread faster than Swine Flu. A company has to act fast and stay organized BEFORE the recall takes place in order to keep its brand intact and assure the public that everything is under control. Here are a few of the more notorious recalls.

1. Toyota Recall (2010)

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Cadmium, a carcinogen has been found on McDonald’s Shrek glasses. The fast food giant voluntarily recalled 12 million of the US-made, movie-themed collectibles.  The Shrek glass recall also raises concerns about cadmium contamination in imported children’s jewelry.

Research shows that long-term exposure to cadmium, which is used to create reds and yellows in paint, can cause adverse health affects, including softening of the bones and severe kidney problems.  According to an article by the Huffington Post, CPSC spokesman Scott Wolfson said “A very small amount of cadmium can come to the surface of the glass, and in order to be as protective as possible of children, CPSC and McDonald’s worked together on this recall.”

Manufacturers of all kinds, not just glassware producers, can prevent a recall of this magnitude by closely tracking their materials sources with an ERP system such as Microsoft Dynamics NAV.

If you’re like me (a business owner) and your business is growing, at some point, you’re going to start noticing a few red flags with your current accounting system. You might notice that orders are slipping through the cracks, or information doesn’t get to the right person in a timely manner to make good operational decisions.

Don’t lose another hour of sleep. If you are seeing any one of these symptoms, you know its time to talk to a consultant. Here are some surefire signs your business is ready for the change. Read the full article…

It’s here! On May 19, Microsoft announced the upcoming release of Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009R2. It’s a major release for Microsoft Dynamics NAV and builds upon their success in delivering solutions that help business productivity.

Look for it in the fourth quarter of 2010. Read the full article…

At least 23 people have now fallen ill from an uncommon strain of E.Coli in the  romaine lettuce recall.

Some fear the outbreak may get worse before it gets better; the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports cases in four states: Tennessee, Michigan, Ohio, and New York.  Authorities are investigating a farm near Yuma, Arizona, as the suspected source of the tainted lettuce.  The recalled lettuce was sold to wholesalers, food service outlets, in-store salad bars and delis; consumers are now being warned to stay away from “grab and go” salads sold at salad bars and delis.

To sign up for updates or research the latest recalls, visit Recalls.gov.

1. Focus on Outcomes – When organizations move beyond problem solving and into creating outcomes, great things are bound to happen. The implementation of an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system is used as a tool to get you there.

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1. Outcome Focused – eSoftware Professionals helps organizations move beyond ‘problem solving’ into a more ‘outcome focused’ approach. We start with evaluating where you are currently in your business, and comparing that with where you want to be. This discrepancy then provides the basis for defining the appropriate roadmap to achieve the desired outcome. This sounds simple but it’s not. That’s why we are here, to help organizations go beyond problem solving and help them create improved business process using technology as a tool.

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1. Adaptability – Dynamics NAV is very robust, highly configurable, and 100% customizable. This application is designed to wrap around your business and evolve with you as business processes change.

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