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Anthony Etzel

What does OTTO do that finite scheduling doesn’t?

Finite scheduling identifies what constraints need to be overcome and it provides the best schedule given the constraints. But the objective is not only to overcome or remove the constraint but to prevent the constraint from even occurring. Only people can anticipate and overcome current constraints, and this requires time for analysis and people to apply their knowledge to the data. OTTO removes the non-value-added tasks of extracting and manipulating data and provides visibility to support people in solving near-term, complex problems. 

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For many manufacturers, ERP has been the backbone of the business for years. It manages orders, inventory, purchasing, production, and financials. But as customer expectations, technology, and business demands continue to evolve, many organizations are finding that the conversation is no longer just about ERP.

It's about what surrounds it.

Questions we're hearing more often include:

  • How do we better connect our systems?
  • How do we improve visibility across the business?
  • How do we support growth without adding complexity?
  • When does cloud migration make sense?

These aren't technology questions as much as they are business questions.

Modernization Isn't All or Nothing

One of the biggest misconceptions about cloud migration is that it requires replacing everything at once.

In reality, many manufacturers take a more practical approach. They begin by identifying areas where modernization can deliver immediate value.

That might include:

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