ERP software analytics is what transforms mammoth amounts of data into actionable information. ERP software analytics programmed by Acumatica ERP is a game changer in this field and the new updates it offers are sure to hand you the competitive edge that your firm needs.
Successful use of erp software analytics turns transactional data into actionable information
1. Turn Transactional Data into Actionable Information With Better
Utilization of ERP Analytics
Rupsha Dasgupta
The businesses of today operate in a world that generates enormous amounts of data every
second. In order to be the best in business and rule the market, it is imperative for any business
to scavenge the data and turn it into useful information.
ERP software analytics is what transforms mammoth amounts of data into actionable
information. ERP software analytics programmed by Acumatica ERP is a game changer in this
field and the new updates it offers are sure to hand you the competitive edge that your firm
needs.
Some of the analytics features offered by Acumatica ERP will clearly illustrate how the depth of
analytics can be enhanced.
The Reporting and Dashboard Features of Acumatica ERP Enable:
• Large Selection of Visualizations
• Pivot Tables
• Microsoft Power BI
2. Acumatica ERP has been updated to enhance the management and configuration of
dashboards significantly. It allows you to manage existing dashboards and configure widgets on
dashboards from cellular devices as well.
Acumatica has designed the first ERP solution that supports embedded Microsoft Power BI and
currently it provides a self-service BI that truly enables real-time analytics for improved decision
making.
With Acumatica ERP Analytics you can:
• Monitor financial, operational and organizational information
• Analyze real-time trends related to individual job functions.
• Personalize dashboards
• Display a variety of informations in different presentation forms
• Allow drill downs to get unique data combination to provide with specific information
Dashboards and KPIs
Acumatica ERP offers a number of options for setting up the dashboards, including
personalized widget as follows:
• Chart Widget: The chart widget allows you to display your data in a visually
appealing chart. Use lines, columns, graphs, or whatever works best for you and the
data you’re displaying.
3. • Data Table Widget: With complete flexibility to customize the information in your
table, you can take a simple inquiry like “what bills do we have to pay?” and display
and sort them all into an easy-to-read table.
• Trend Card KPI Widget: Want to know how you’re doing with customer churn
compared to this time last year? Setup a trend card to see the year over year
comparison.
• Scorecard KPI Widget: Say you want to track customer churn. You can set normal
levels, caution levels, and alert levels to show you what your churn score is. You can
also display custom colors, showing when you should be concerned.
• Embedded Page Widget: You can embed a webpage into your dashboard. Maybe
there’s a certain report on your site that you want to see, or a business website you
want to follow. Keep it there on your homepage dashboard.
Here's how Some Companies have Benefitted from Acumatica
Analytics
When Toffeln looked for a new CRM to integrate with its accounting and order management
systems, they found it difficult. They turned their attention to finding an ERP, considering a
number of options, including NetSuite, SAP and Microsoft Dynamics. They discovered
Acumatica through an online review on a website, and then researched what Acumatica
offered. Sales Manager Bradley Leflaive says they decided Acumatica had the flexibility Toffeln
needed, to address both their current and their future needs: “They are a company that is
4. constantly developing their product, that’s up-to-speed with the latest movements in the
industry, in particular Microsoft.” He adds, “We thought that Acumatica would continue to
make changes in the future, and being a Cloud-based system you would get the advantage of
that ongoing improvement.”
MNE considered both VIENNA Advantage and industry-specific Classic Information Systems’
ERP system, but chose Acumatica in the end. They implemented the Acumatica Financial,
Distribution, and Customer Management suites with the help of Acumatica Reseller PT EMS
Paramitra, who also assisted with custom solutions for Multi-Currency Quote Draft Calculation
and a Consolidated Cash Flow Forecast Report.
Originally founded in 1992, Cottingham has served the Taiwan market for more than 20 years,
handling 80% of beer and spirit brands in Taiwan. CFO Cindy Kan notes that Cottingham’s
primary requirement was “an ERP accessible from Mac Safari—anytime, anywhere.” Acumatica
was appealing because of its complete mobile access through the Cloud. Their ERP purchase
decision was also based on affordability and support. Cottingham uses Acumatica for the entire
supply chain and finance operations, including both the Acumatica Financial Management and
Distribution Management suites.
About Advanced Solutions and Consulting, Co. (ASC)
Based in San Diego, Advanced Solutions and Consulting, Co. (ASC) has been in business since
1998 providing leading edge ERP solutions to the mid-market. ASC offers a wide range of
services from business process reengineering and custom development to on-time ERP
implementation and ongoing support. ASC is a founding member and leading Acumatica
reseller. For more information visit Advanced Solutions Consulting or call (877) 590-4ERP or
email us at sales@solutionsco.com.