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ERP and MES for Radiopharmaceutical Therapy (RPT) Manufacturing - How to Split the Work and Wire It Together Without Regret
RPT manufacturers often need both ERP and MES. This post shows how to split responsibilities—put batch truth and eBR in MES, and commercial/financial truth in ERP—then wire them with event‑based, validated integrations. Learn the boundary for labels, QA release, RAM license gates, and waste; how to avoid double entry and time‑of‑calibration drift; and what to demand in scenario‑based demos. Scale dose‑to‑door without audit risk.

John Hannan
5 min read


Why Mid-Sized Businesses Need More Than a Tier 2 ERP Shortlist
Tier 2 ERP systems can provide strong options for mid-sized businesses, but the category includes platforms with very different capabilities and industry strengths. Learn why current marketplace knowledge and a structured ERP software selection process are essential to identifying the right solution.

John Hannan
6 min read


The Vital Role of Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) in ERP Ecosystems
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems have become the backbone of modern businesses, streamlining processes, enhancing collaboration, and providing invaluable insights for strategic decision-making. Within the ERP ecosystems of industry giants like Microsoft Dynamics and NetSuite, Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) play a pivotal role in enriching and extending the functionalities of the core ERP solutions. Understanding ISVs in ERP Ecosystems ISVs are third-party softw

John Hannan
3 min read


Navigating ERP End-of-Life as an Opportunity to Reassess Your Options
An ERP end-of-life notice should be taken seriously, but it should not be treated solely as a technical deadline or automatic upgrade decision.

John Hannan
5 min read


Considerations for Your Business When Selecting a New ERP System
Most organizations expect an ERP system to support the business for seven to ten years or longer, which makes the selection process a strategic decision rather than a simple software purchase.

John Hannan
9 min read


ERP Customization vs. Configuration and Why It Matters During Software Selection
One ERP solution may support an important requirement through standard functionality. Another may require configuration. A third may rely on an additional module, integration, third-party application, or custom development.
John Hannan
5 min read


Comprehensive ERP Solutions for Life Sciences Companies Meeting Needs and Regulatory Requirements
Life sciences organizations, including pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies, benefit from ERP platforms that are designed and implemented for regulated operations. The right ERP helps teams run core workflows such as purchasing, inventory, production scheduling, quality, and compliance with consistent controls, reliable traceability, and decision ready visibility.
John Hannan
5 min read


Industry-Specific ERP Software Selection and How to Evaluate the Right Fit
An industry label does not automatically make an ERP system the right choice. Some industry-specific ERP platforms provide an excellent operational fit. Others may address a narrow set of requirements while creating limitations in finance, reporting, integrations, scalability, or long-term support.
John Hannan
6 min read


ERP Stakeholders and Their Role in Software Selection and Implementation
ERP touches the core of the business. When stakeholder input is too narrow, companies often select systems based on polished demonstrations, executive preference, vendor familiarity, or incomplete requirements.
John Hannan
9 min read


The Importance of Selecting A Trusted ERP Implementation Partner
When it comes to implementing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software systems, it can prove quite a burden for some firms. That is...
John Hannan
3 min read


Integrating your ERP Software with a 3rd Party Logistical (3PL) Firm
Are you utilizing a 3PL firm and looking to improve the performance and profitability of your business? If so, integrating your ERP...
John Hannan
3 min read


Aligning ERP Design to Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) Serialization and Traceability
The Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) is pushing the industry toward an interoperable, electronic way to identify and trace certain prescription drugs at the package level as they move through the supply chain.
John Hannan
4 min read







