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Infor LN & Baan Tip: Defining “Unavailability” in Infor LN

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This topic describes the definition of temporary unavailability for resources in a calendar.

Use one of the following sessions:

  • Recurring unavailability
    For recurring unavailability, such as national holidays, define the recurrence in the Recurrences (tcccp0143m000) session. Add that recurrence to the applicable calendar and...

“Sorry, boss. We can’t help you move the business forward.”

Infor LX | BPCS | Infor LN | Baan

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Imagine saying that to your boss, or the president of your company. What would their response be? Do you think they would say, “It’s ok, we can wait to save a ton of money and move us ahead of the competition... No problem... let me know when you have time to work on it.”  Pretty unlikely. Instead, they will want you to...

What you missed: Infor’s vision for the IBM i teams’ future alignment and focus – Register today!

Inforum

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What you missed at Inforum

Infor’s vision for the IBM i teams’ future alignment and focus – Register today!

February 8 | 11am CT / 12pm ET

Join this webinar to hear Jay Allison, Director of Sales, share some insight into Infor’s vision for the IBM i teams’ future alignment and focus. Also hear from David Rapacz, Product Manager for Infor LX, on what you may have missed at Inforum as well as some product updates.

Register today via the LX Community calendar.

Infor LN & Baan Tip: Porting Set Issues

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Are you on the latest porting set for your version of Baan or Infor LN?

Here are some issues you might run into if you stay on an old porting set too long:

  • Incompatibility because of operating system patches
  • Printing issues because of out-of-date libraries
  • Potential performance issues if binaries are not updated
  • Updating...

It’s mid-January and IT’S GO TIME!

Infor LX | BPCS | Infor LN | Baan

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The calendar is fresh, the resolutions are made and the opportunities are endless!

So, it is time to dive right in and start tackling your to-do’s?

Right??

...Not just yet!

First, you need to take the time to think about your ERP strategy.

What’s an ERP strategy?

Infor LX & BPCS Tip: What is IDF and Why Do I Need It?

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The Infor Development Framework (IDF) re-architects the way a user interacts with the application by providing an efficient, task-oriented process to view the application information that is contained within Infor LX. IDF enables users to configure their view of the application data without modifying the core application and its supportability.

The examples below describe how users can configure their display of data and maximize overall productivity:

  • Arrange application information into multiple groupings and sequences that make sense for the job.
  • Hide information that does not apply to a particular job or task.
  • Filter records to show only the information that applies to the job or task that the user is performing.
  • Customize the information for an individual user, for a group of users, or for all users.

To get more details on how IDF can benefit your company, please contact Anthony Etzel today!

Infor LN & Baan | Infor LX & BPCS Tip: Time for the dreaded three words?

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Manual     Physical     Inventory

While it may be accurate (and I say MAY), is a Manual Physical Inventory the right way? Best practices would say absolutely not!

The better way is implementing Cycle Counting. Why Cycle Counting instead of a full physical inventory? With a cycle count, the count focuses on a selected range of stock that can be carried out in parallel with a company’s normal operations. Cycle Counts represent a streamlined method of inventory management to ensure less disruption on the business processes associated with receiving, consuming, or dispatching of stock. 

The “freeze” is no longer required, your staff doesn't need to work long hours over the holidays, and you get accurate inventory counts all year long! Crossroads RMC can help you implement Cycle Counting efficiently and painlessly, contact us today to get started. 800.762.2077

Infor LN & Baan Period End & Fiscal Year End Processing Checklist

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Year-end is always a busy time and it is easy to forget things that must be done in your ERP system to close out the year properly and also set you up for a good start to the following year. Here are some things that you should make sure to add to your to-do checklist:

The year-end close process provides an opportunity to:

_____ Remove discontinued items.

_____ Remove sold purchase receipts.

_____ Remove lot attributes for sold lots.

_____ Update standard cost based on current cost field (for environments without Manufacturing only).

Prepare for Year-End Close

_____ Conduct full physical...

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It’s Mid-January, and IT’S GO TIME!

Infor LX | BPCS | Infor LN | Baan

The calendar is fresh, the resolutions are set, and the opportunities are endless!

But before you dive headfirst into tackling your to-do list, take a moment.

Pause.

Now is the perfect time to reflect and plan your ERP strategy.

What’s an ERP Strategy?

An ERP strategy is a roadmap for the steps you should take before, during, and after implementing an ERP system. It’s designed to ensure your ERP delivers on its promise of functionality and success—the backbone of running your business effectively.

Think of it like planning a road trip:

  • Which cities will you visit?
  • Where will you stay?
  • What landmarks do you want to explore?

Without a plan, you’re winging it. While spontaneity might work for a vacation, it’s risky when it comes to your ERP system.

A poorly executed road trip might waste time or cause frustration, but a poorly executed ERP strategy? That can hinder your business growth, create inefficiencies, and lead to costly mistakes.

What if:

  • You never evaluated whether your ERP aligns with your company’s growth strategy?
  • Your employees didn’t fully understand how to use critical features, leading to incomplete or incorrect transactions?
  • You missed out on new ERP features or overlooked opportunities to streamline processes, saving time and money?

Whether your next steps include a major ERP upgrade, integrating new tools, or optimizing the system you have today, there’s always room for improvement.


How Crossroads RMC Can Help

At Crossroads RMC, we provide tailored ERP solutions to ensure your success. Our services include:

  • Implementing New Functionality: Unlock the full potential of your current ERP version.
  • ERP Upgrades: Stay current by upgrading to the latest version.
  • Employee Training: Train new employees or retrain your team with best practices.
  • Process Automation: Reduce manual, time-consuming tasks.
  • System Integration: Connect all your tools into a cohesive system that communicates seamlessly.
  • ERP Add-On Solutions: Save significant time and money with innovative add-ons.

Our mission is to optimize your manufacturing operations by reducing costs, improving quality, and increasing efficiency.


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Let’s Make This Your Year

Contact Crossroads RMC today to develop an ERP strategy that positions your business for success in 2025 and beyond.

solutions@crossroadsrmc.com | 800.762.2077

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