Category: IT trends
2025-02-12
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Managing an Interactive Agency
The interactive industry is vast, wild, and largely unexplored. In fact, no one truly knows how many interactive agencies operate in the Polish market. In addition to large and well-known companies, there are hundreds, if not thousands, of small one- or two-person boutiques. Surprisingly, many of them operate from attics or private apartments.Managing an interactive agency in such an environment is a real challenge. Not only that, but one must also handle daily project-related tasks while effectively managing a team of creative yet independent individuals. Therefore, this requires organizational skills, flexibility, and negotiation abilities. Without them, it is difficult to maintain a balance between creativity and a business-oriented approach to clients. Furthermore, keeping up with the industry's rapid changes is essential. After all, these changes can completely rewrite the rules of the game in a short period.
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2025-01-15
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What to measure as KPI in organization from engineering industry in 2025
Employee efficiency has always been a key focus for organizations. In most cases, it has been possible to transfer adopted metrics between organizations when an individual worked in a defined, repetitive position. However, when comparing different companies, determining what constitutes a key performance indicator (KPI) in their specific case becomes a challenge. On the one hand, universal indicators include profit, revenue, and costs. However, metrics stemming from organizational culture are not as easily quantifiable.
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2025-01-08
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Project Cost Management: How to Choose the Right IT System?
Effective project cost management is essential for the success of any organization. To optimize processes, many companies opt for implementing an ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system. But how do you choose the best system for managing project costs? Here are the key aspects to consider.
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2024-10-10
IT trends
Problems in the engineering industry and Maconomy
Engineering companies are the engine of our economy. Such organizations often develop new technologies that will disrupt their customers’ industry status quo. But this is not an ideal industry. Such organizations also face their own challenges. Many of our interviewees mention poor communication, a bad schedule of tasks between employees, or vaguely defined tasks adding to this the constant pressure of time. ERP systems such as Maconoma in the engineering industry can significantly help address these challenges and help improve work efficiency.
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2024-09-27
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Evolution of the ERP System: Higher version or Change?
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems are an integral part of modern enterprises, enabling integration of business processes, resource management and streamlining operations at multiple levels. However, with technological progress and changing market requirements, it becomes necessary to adapt ERP systems to new needs. In such a situation, companies are faced with the question: is it better to upgrade the current system or make a complete change to a new one?
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2024-08-29
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What Distinguishes a Good CRM for a Project-Based Company?
Project management is a complex process that requires precision, coordination, and excellent communication between teams. In companies that work on projects, where every phase must be carefully planned and monitored, having the right tools to support these activities is crucial. One such tool is a CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system, which, if properly tailored to the company’s specifics, can significantly impact the efficiency and quality of the projects being executed. What distinguishes a good CRM for project-based companies?
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2024-08-22
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How to select an ERP system for your consulting firm?
Not all software and solutions available on the market are created equal. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Professional Services Automation (PSA) software can vary significantly, as can the companies that offer them. Many software companies perpetuate the belief that an ERP solution must be clunky, intimidating, and expensive. As a result, many small and medium-sized consulting firms are wary of ERP systems. However, by choosing the right tool and taking the right steps for a successful implementation, they set the stage for a genuine transformation.
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2024-06-27
IT trends
The Top 5 Reasons Businesses are Moving to the Cloud
In today’s world, cloud options are endless. From cloud storage for your personal photos to cloud storage for your business, the cloud presents an ideal choice for many reasons. As your business navigates shifts in industry, customer demands, and the competitive landscape, it’s crucial for your technology partner to anticipate your needs and provide solutions that are cutting-edge, flexible, and sustainable for your business. That’s why Epicor introduced Eclipse Cloud with a focus on flexibility, reliability, security, and performance tailored to your business needs.
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2024-06-26
IT trends
Managing in times of uncertainty
Managing resources in times of uncertainty caused by economic crises, pandemics, conflicts and legal and regulatory changes is a challenge that requires companies to be flexible, plan accurately and react quickly to changing market conditions. In such situations, it is crucial to use modern tools, such as ERP systems, which allow for effective resource management and precise calculation of working time.
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