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The 15 most important Financial KPIs in the data decade

12 MIN

June 14, 2022

In the business world, there are a lot of competing priorities and jargon to describe them, which makes it..

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How KLN Brands support 11% growth and move forward with Phocas

2 MIN

May 26, 2022

Scaling and expanding are daunting challenges for any organization, but this midwest manufacturer has found..

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5 things you need for financial reporting in the data decade (and how to get them)

4 MIN

May 10, 2022

How much time does your finance team spend collecting, sifting, and analyzing data?

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How to improve forecast accuracy

2 MIN

April 22, 2022

Are your forecasts as close to reality as possible – or are they missing the mark?

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Technology in Focus Q&A with the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF)

2 MIN

April 12, 2022

For the BMF's brand-new feature ‘Technology in Focus’ in their member magazine One Voice, they got the..

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How scenario planning helps you take control in uncertainty

3 MIN

April 11, 2022

It’s no secret the most successful, forward-thinking organizations can adapt to change fast. They have an eye..

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Why it’s time to rethink financial forecasting

3 MIN

March 22, 2022

The demands on finance teams are changing. As organizations face increasing uncertainty, business functions..

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7 effective sales team KPIs and metrics

3 MIN

March 21, 2022

Sales managers need to be savvy and strategic to get ahead. Fortunately, there are many advanced data..

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Here's what's really holding back your finance transformation

2 MIN

March 17, 2022

Most organizations know they need digital transformation – but too many aren’t delivering.

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The data trends you need to know for 2022

2 MIN

February 18, 2022

With the new year well underway, it looks like organizations will be facing another roller-coaster year of..

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Are spreadsheets ruining your relationship with financial analytics?

3 MIN

February 14, 2022

It’s 6.00pm on Friday night. Your desktop is a spreadsheet mosh pit and you’re drowning in numbers.

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5 tips for Valentine's Day date happiness and beyond

2 MIN

February 14, 2022

We love Valentine's Day at Phocas. We see it as the benchmark for how we want our customers to feel every..

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Quiz: data analytics for executives

November 12, 2021

Are you a leader? Do you know what’s happening in your business at any point in time? Can you dig into things..

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Strongdor uses data to future proof operations

3 MIN

November 1, 2021

Strongdor is a premier manufacturer of secure steel doors, operating out of two facilities in Lancaster,..

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How to increase profitability in the automotive industry

3 MIN

October 25, 2021

It is no secret that the automotive aftermarket is cut throat and consolidating rapidly.

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How to use BI to gain competitive advantage in business

4 MIN

October 22, 2021

In today’s economy, many mid-size businesses find themselves in competition with online retailers and large..

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Taste the difference: Transform your financial spreadsheets

2 MIN

October 19, 2021

Everyone uses spreadsheets because they are flexible and have a multi-purpose nature. But they are not always..

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5 trends in the building and industrial materials industry

2 MIN

October 8, 2021

The construction, engineering, building and industrial materials industries are some of the most resilient..

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Data integration helps FB Chain analyze data in new ways

3 MIN

October 6, 2021

Leading manufacturer and supplier of leaf chain is equipped with the information they need to make accurate..

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4 steps to digitize the finance office

2 MIN

October 5, 2021

We all know that digital transformation is more than just a buzzword.

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How to promote a company culture that relies on data

3 MIN

October 1, 2021

A growing business must focus on critical elements like marketplace demand, customer service, sales margins,..

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Are you keen to speed up the month-end close process?

3 MIN

September 29, 2021

Management accountants are their own worst enemies. Why? Because they always deliver the month-end reports..

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Wilkinson Supply uses a data platform to extend life of legacy ERP

3 MIN

September 28, 2021

Wilkinson Supply Company is one of the largest plumbing supply businesses in North Carolina.

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Negotiate better with suppliers using data analytics

2 MIN

September 24, 2021

Data analytics might still be under appreciated as a valuable negotiation tool, yet more and more..

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What is data discovery?

2 MIN

September 22, 2021

“We are drowning in information but starved for knowledge” according to best selling author, John Naisbitt.

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Five tips for effective business management in the hybrid workplace

4 MIN

September 17, 2021

Effective business management means managers improve their own efficiency while building a team of productive..

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Khaos Control plus Phocas bring data-driven decision making to wholesalers & retailers

2 MIN

September 15, 2021

Two longstanding software providers dedicated to the wholesale and retail market in the United..

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Collaborative FP&A – a Q+A session to understand how it works

5 MIN

September 13, 2021

The kind of analysis FP&A teams provide has long been about financial data.

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4 key areas to analyze for 'a new normal' business growth strategy

3 MIN

September 10, 2021

Many customers in distribution tell us business is rebounding but conditions remain inconsistent. One of the..

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A new award reinforces the Phocas culture is our superpower

2 MIN

September 7, 2021

Phocas received a Human Synergistics sustainability award this week for maintaining a ‘constructive’ culture ..

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Ongoing growth at American Golf requires fast, reliable information

3 MIN

September 3, 2021

When it comes to golf products, no one does it like American Golf in the UK.

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What is dead stock and how to eliminate it

2 MIN

August 30, 2021

A CFO in a wholesaling business recently described dead stock as piles of cash in the corner of a warehouse..

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[podcast] The ins and outs of data at Midwich: a global audio visual business

2 MIN

August 25, 2021

The audiovisual (AV) industry is constantly evolving and today’s new LED light or flat-screen displays can be..

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How to overcome reporting challenges in your business

4 MIN

August 23, 2021

The ability to access relevant and timely information is critical for business people to make fast and..

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How can financial data analytics enhance decision-making?

3 MIN

August 20, 2021

Financial data analytics can be applied to companywide performance in a wide variety of ways such as..

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5 ways to effectively manage employee performance (through BI)

4 MIN

August 18, 2021

Managing the performance of employees plays an important role in meeting company goals, keeping employees..

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7 top sales KPIs for manufacturing teams

2 MIN

August 11, 2021

Sales professionals working in manufacturing know customer behaviour is changing and is continuing to evolve...

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What is an interactive dashboard?

2 MIN

August 9, 2021

An interactive dashboard allows you to drill down and filter operational information so data can be viewed..

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Why companies need cross-functional teams to be ready for growth

2 MIN

August 6, 2021

As the economy moves toward recovery, many leaders are eyeing growth opportunities in their organizations. If..

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Have you tried these 4 strategies to improve electrical supply sales?

3 MIN

August 4, 2021

The electrical supply market is constantly evolving. IBISworld reports that US electrical equipment..

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Track KPIs to achieve inventory nirvana across all channels

3 MIN

July 30, 2021

Achieving inventory nirvana and ultimately meeting customers’ demands means tracking inventory KPIs across..

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Phocas rates 50/50 in Capterra's top data analysis tools of 2021

2 MIN

July 26, 2021

Phocas received a perfect 50/50 score from customers in the newly released Data Analysis Shortlist Software..

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What is a data analytics pricing model?

3 MIN

July 19, 2021

Every company must have a model to price its goods - it's a method to form the best price for a product or..

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Why inventory management is the key to omnichannel success

3 MIN

July 16, 2021

Inventory management is complicated, and people are always looking for new ways to make it simpler.

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How sales strategies need to adapt beyond covid

2 MIN

July 14, 2021

Thanks to covid, your sales team has likely had to embrace a more digitally focused sales approach.

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data refinement: when data is less like gold and more like manure

3 MIN

July 12, 2021

The world is experiencing a data boom. We create as much as 2.5 quintillion bytes of data every day, and..

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The 4 best sales reps tools in a tight market

2 MIN

July 8, 2021

As the global marketplace changes and sales cycles get longer, now is the time to provide your sales team..

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Phocas and Enapps ERP to help SMEs maximize growth opportunities

1 MIN

July 6, 2021

A new partnership between Phocas software and Enapps cloud enterprise resource planning (ERP) will empower..

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Stock Coverage: days cover calculation and other stock metrics

3 MIN

July 4, 2021

Anyone who manages inventory is familiar with stock coverage.The question is, how do you measure 'days cover..

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Retain customers with a data platform

2 MIN

July 2, 2021

For many sales leaders, the promising returns of big data have finally arrived.

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What is the connection between business intelligence and ERP?

2 MIN

June 30, 2021

Since its conception in 1997, Business Intelligence (BI) has been compared to a number of analytical tools,..

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Has covid killed relationship selling?

3 MIN

June 28, 2021

When done effectively, relationship selling can help you build trust with customers, establish rapport, boost..

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The Ultimate Business Intelligence Quiz

June 25, 2021

How much do you know about business intelligence? Want to find out? Here's a fun way to learn more in the..

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Key metrics all in one place for JRP Distribution’s global businesses

3 MIN

June 23, 2021

For more than 40 years, JRP Distribution has served the UK as a distributor of branded automotive products...

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BI strategy: Why the CFO needs to be involved?

2 MIN

June 22, 2021

Chief Financial Officers (CFO) are the stewards of a company’s financial well-being. As leaders realize that..

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How to evaluate business intelligence software vendors

3 MIN

June 21, 2021

To remain competitive in today’s tough marketplace it is crucial that a business has the ability to transform..

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Seasonal stock control trends: Do you have your products ready?

2 MIN

June 18, 2021

At this time of year many businesses are dealing with seasonal demands and stock control. Seasonal trends..

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Carve out a competitive advantage by adding data analytics to your ERP

2 MIN

June 17, 2021

Data is increasingly vital to mid-market businesses who want to carve out a competitive advantage. Everyone..

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Why the sales dashboards is not dead

2 MIN

June 16, 2021

When your salespeople are on the road, at home and in the office, they need quick access to key data and..

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The future of data analytics for mid-market managers

2 MIN

June 15, 2021

The future of data analytics for mid-market managers is bright because data is now accessible to all. The..

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How to increase HVAC and plumbing supply sales with BI

3 MIN

June 10, 2021

For HVAC and plumbing companies, parts and supplies are as numerous as they are varied. Through the use of..

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How to automate financial statements in minutes

2 MIN

June 10, 2021

What does the month-end look like in your business?

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The business case for data analytics

2 MIN

June 8, 2021

Data is a critical business asset. Few will argue that point. Better data leads to better decision-making...

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How to achieve corporate financial performance on a mid-market budget

3 MIN

June 3, 2021

Monitoring the performance of your business is a critical part of current and future success. Unfortunately,..

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Why add external data sources (like HR systems) to your analysis?

2 MIN

June 2, 2021

When you’re making an important financial decision, you want all the key numbers and metrics at your..

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How to get data access and visibility across an organization

2 MIN

May 31, 2021

Companies generate huge volumes of data every day from a variety of sources and departments. In most cases,..

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How to create a data driven culture in your organization

2 MIN

May 28, 2021

Data driven cultures are ones that use analytics on a daily basis to make business decisions and treat data..

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Business KPIs: 5 important characteristics to be effective

3 MIN

May 26, 2021

To remain competitive, business managers need to track how company-wide goals are regularly progressing...

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How companywide financial planning and analysis works on a BI platform

3 MIN

May 26, 2021

Every business owner understands the importance — and pitfalls — of financial planning and analysis (FP&A)...

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3 steps to a successful business intelligence data process

2 MIN

May 18, 2021

So, your business intelligence tool is in place. Relevant data is starting to flow from your ERP and external..

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Phocas adds MCLOUD3 to its partner roster

1 MIN

May 14, 2021

Phocas Software welcomes MCLOUD3, a new reseller to its partner team. MCLOUD3 is an experienced software..

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[podcast] Can caring for others drive business performance?

2 MIN

May 13, 2021

At Eastern Industrial, a caring philosophy and family culture matter. On this episode of the inPhocas podcast..

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Phocas is the GetApp category leader in business intelligence

2 MIN

May 11, 2021

GetApp is an independent online platform that people use to review, evaluate, and compare business software..

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Why employ one chief data officer when you can have many

3 MIN

May 10, 2021

For some business owners, tackling spreadsheets and making sense of the tech stack and the data it..

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How your data can increase customer retention

3 MIN

May 7, 2021

The difference between companies that prosper and those that don’t is often customer retention. Customer..

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Data mining is more efficient for Colony Tire Service and Atlantic Distributors

3 MIN

May 6, 2021

Colony Tire and Service and Atlantic Tire Distributors is a leading provider of tires and services in North..

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How to ensure you have proactive data analytics

2 MIN

May 5, 2021

Business people often approach data from a reactive stance, in other words, make decisions and then turn to..

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What is Business intelligence (BI) and its application?

2 MIN

April 29, 2021

Business intelligence (BI) uses software to convert reams of information into bite-sized insights to inform..

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Inside sales versus outside sales: How BI helps with both

3 MIN

April 29, 2021

Business sales teams vary in how they leverage inside sales versus outside sales. Whether these teams work..

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The science of fact based decision-making

3 MIN

April 26, 2021

Think about the number of business decisions you face daily. When you consider the options, are you using..

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Excel vs Business Intelligence Software

3 MIN

April 22, 2021

Many businesses use Excel spreadsheets for a variety of needs. They are a great way to organize information,..

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Cash flow statement customization made easy

1 MIN

April 21, 2021

Having a clear understanding of the movement of cash through your business - where it comes from and how it..

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Phocas-Acumatica partnership makes ERP change easier for Riley Sales

3 MIN

April 20, 2021

Riley Sales, a manufacturer and distributor of HVAC and industrial tools, equipment and machinery for..

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Find the next steps in your analytics journey

3 MIN

April 19, 2021

When it comes to making sense of your data, the first course of action for many mid-market business..

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How business intelligence is used?

3 MIN

April 15, 2021

As companies continue to use their systems and technology to achieve a competitive advantage and adapt to..

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What lessons can business learn from football analytics?

3 MIN

April 14, 2021

In football, the New England Patriots are an upper-middle-market organization in terms of market size, yet..

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Build trust in your business data so you feel more confident

3 MIN

April 13, 2021

Data is critical to business operations, but that idea is not always shared by everyone across the..

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Getting the most from your visual BI solution

3 MIN

April 12, 2021

Knowing how to get the most out of your visual business intelligence (BI) solution is essential to your..

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KPIs vs. Metrics: 5 ways data analytics can help monitor performance

3 MIN

April 9, 2021

What is the difference between KPIs and metrics? Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), such as current revenue,..

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How to promote interdepartmental communication using business intelligence

2 MIN

April 7, 2021

Interdepartmental communication is the backbone of achieving company success. Companies with effective..

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Strategies for making budgeting and planning more efficient

3 MIN

April 7, 2021

Every year, you grapple with a long, intense, and tedious budgeting process — and despite your best efforts,..

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BI reporting versus traditional reporting

4 MIN

April 6, 2021

The pandemic has caused a major change in the way we do business. Some organizations had already begun the..

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3 simple steps to cross selling success

3 MIN

April 5, 2021

Buyer behaviour has changed – customers are more demanding and more empowered with technology, and access to..

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What is Cloud Business Intelligence (Cloud BI)?

2 MIN

April 1, 2021

Businesses continue to seek tools to analyze data for improved decision making and to efficiently run their..

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What's new in BI visualizations

3 MIN

April 1, 2021

Business Intelligence (BI) depicts data visually so users can quickly recognize a trend or spot a variance. ..

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5 reasons to get rid of your Excel budget template

3 MIN

March 31, 2021

It’s a familiar predicament for most business owners and their finance managers: once a year, you must..

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Data-driven decisions help tire and auto service business increase efficiencies

3 MIN

March 30, 2021

The automotive industry is changing rapidly, and today tire and auto service businesses need to accurately..

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What do customers want? and how to deliver

2 MIN

March 29, 2021

One of the biggest questions businesses have always faced and will continue to face in the future is: What..

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How to find sales revenue in your data

3 MIN

March 25, 2021

When leading a sales team, all roads must lead to revenue-generating opportunities. And with data considered..

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How can business intelligence dashboards help executives?

4 MIN

March 25, 2021

With fingers in many pies, executives need to be smart with their time. A sense of the immediate state of..

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What is variance? Plus other budgeting tips

3 MIN

March 24, 2021

Month-end close is a high-stress, intense time for your finance team. Each month they face a different..

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Inventory days formula and why it's useful

3 MIN

March 23, 2021

Inventory days formula is equivalent to the average number of days each item or SKU (stock keeping unit) is..

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How to empower your team to make decisions

2 MIN

March 22, 2021

By empowering teams with actionable data, executives and managers enable their teams to make decisions that..

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Increase your sales by asking these six questions

3 MIN

March 19, 2021

Business intelligence software allows you to interrogate various data sources depending on your job function..

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Free business analytics software. Is it worth it?

2 MIN

March 18, 2021

“Free BI trial, business analytics software for free, free BI reporting”– these offers are tempting business..

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How to achieve a seamless budgeting process

3 MIN

March 17, 2021

As a finance professional, you know all too well the labor-intensive task of budgeting each year.

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How to get beyond limited data analysis and reporting

3 MIN

March 15, 2021

Experienced business managers know that reliable data is a requirement for success.

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3 ways advanced data analytics can improve customer service

2 MIN

March 11, 2021

Quality customer service is the gateway to long-term relationships. By using advanced data analytics you can..

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Midfix replaces static spreadsheets with on-demand dashboards

4 MIN

March 11, 2021

MIDFIX are experts in onsite and offsite supports for the mechanical and electrical industries, delivered..

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5 ways to eliminate spreadsheet dependency with a new budgeting tool

3 MIN

March 10, 2021

For most finance teams, spreadsheets are the go-to resource for determining how well a business is..

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Phocas and Mayer Group partner to provide data analytics to Acumatica ERP customers

1 MIN

March 9, 2021

Phocas Software announces a new partnership with Mayer Group, a leading-edge IT firm and Acumatica Gold..

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[podcast] International Women's Day with Phocas board member Dr Michelle Deaker

2 MIN

March 7, 2021

International Women’s Day is important because it’s a time to reflect and celebrate growing diversity across..

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How data analytics can increase medical device sales

3 MIN

March 4, 2021

In a recent Bain survey, medtech executives ranked big data and analytics as the technology that will have..

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Five ways to increase profit margins in distribution

2 MIN

March 4, 2021

Tracking profit margins is a full-time activity in distribution. Out-of-date reporting systems with little to..

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How information gives companies a competitive advantage

2 MIN

March 3, 2021

The pandemic of 2020 created a record number of new companies. A rise in entrepreneurship accompanies every..

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5 steps to become a great sales manager

2 MIN

March 1, 2021

Improving a sales team begins with improving the sales manager's ability to influence and empower the sales..

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Reduce costs with a data analytics bootcamp

3 MIN

February 26, 2021

There are many courses called data analytics bootcamps which teach participants the basics of working with..

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A critical leadership quality is data-driven decision-making

3 MIN

February 24, 2021

There are so many articles and studies explaining the essential qualities of a good leader. However, there is..

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BI stands for and other handy data terms

5 MIN

February 23, 2021

BI stands for 'business intelligence' but we all know wrapping your head around words, phrases and acronyms..

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The business benefits of measuring lost sales

3 MIN

February 17, 2021

Understanding the reasons behind lost sales is critical to stopping the leak and increasing sales in the..

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de Bono's Six Thinking Hats and decision-making with business intelligence

3 MIN

February 17, 2021

We tend to approach problem solving and decision-making with our instincts and through our personalities. In..

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5 ways data accuracy can improve profit

2 MIN

February 16, 2021

Making your business more profitable involves looking at ways to increase sales revenue, decreasing your..

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How to stop losing customers to competitors?

2 MIN

February 11, 2021

A business that brings in new customers, but is poor at retaining existing customers, is not likely to be..

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The CFO tech outlook for 2021: digitization and growth

4 MIN

February 10, 2021

Please make everything automated, accurate and intuitive across the business while helping all departments..

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The food and beverage industry key metrics

2 MIN

February 9, 2021

From the apple orchard to the check-out, business intelligence (BI) uncovers opportunities and risks hidden..

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How to set-up a rebate program

3 MIN

February 7, 2021

Purchasing decisions must factor in two important elements: the first is how to increase customer loyalty..

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Business analytics success stories

3 MIN

February 5, 2021

It’s no secret that business analytics has transformed the way we make decisions. People can now make..

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BI vendor Phocas raises funds to build predictive analytics

3 MIN

February 3, 2021

With its eyes on expansion and predictive analytics product development, a veteran Australian-based BI vendor..

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Sales analysis reports help Arran Isle Holdings be proactive with customers

1 MIN

January 27, 2021

Arran Isle Holdings (Arran) is an international building products group that employs around 600 employees

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How data analytics is evolving

2 MIN

January 25, 2021

To compete in today's competitive market place, it is critical that business people have access to an..

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Achieving business intelligence success through stakeholder engagement

2 MIN

January 25, 2021

For a company to succeed with its business intelligence project, stakeholder engagement from start to finish..

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Business intelligence vs CRM

3 MIN

January 21, 2021

The difference between business intelligence (BI) and customer relationship management (CRM) can be..

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Three ways a data analytics solution helps with ERP migration

4 MIN

January 18, 2021

There are many benefits for companies to invest in enterprise resource planning (ERP) technology, including..

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[eBook] Financial data analytics for MYOB Exo users

2 MIN

January 14, 2021

MYOB ERP systems like Advanced and Exo don’t just help your business manage financials, inventory, customers..

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How can data analytics help janitorial and sanitary companies grow their business?

2 MIN

January 14, 2021

Having a clean living and working environment is paramount, which has only heightened since the onsite of the..

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How can wholesale food businesses increase sales?

2 MIN

January 13, 2021

The wholesale food industry is faced with many new challenges as a result of the pandemic, most notably a..

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Established BI solutions vs. in-house development

5 MIN

January 11, 2021

Management teams are no longer questioning whether or not to dig into the data; rather it’s which is the best..

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How do businesses make decisions with BI?

2 MIN

January 11, 2021

By utilizing a fact-based, real-time, singular version of the truth, business people are empowered to achieve..

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What is distributor analytics software?

3 MIN

January 7, 2021

Wholesale distributors have access to more data than almost any other business. As retailers demand more..

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How to motivate staff to increase productivity when working from home

2 MIN

January 4, 2021

In business, the saying “time saved is money earned” couldn't be more true. Yet businesses throw away..

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How to measure customer value with analytics

3 MIN

December 30, 2020

Usually a small percentage of customers drive the majority of a company’s profits. Upon closer inspection,..

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A list of 17 supplier KPIs to master

2 MIN

December 29, 2020

Wholesale suppliers understand the value of data and the need to harness it within their businesses. To help..

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Why your company culture is key to business intelligence success

2 MIN

December 27, 2020

Despite the increasing adoption rates of business intelligence (BI), many executives do not feel that data is..

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Empowering remote finance teams with the right tools

3 MIN

December 22, 2020

For finance teams, the transition to remote work during COVID-19 has brought a mix of various opportunities..

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Win the stock and inventory management battle with data analytics

3 MIN

December 20, 2020

Stock and inventory management: how can you optimize it? At Phocas, we set out to answer this question with..

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Static reports vs business intelligence

2 MIN

December 17, 2020

What is the difference between traditional static reports and business intelligence (BI)? Static reports are..

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What is data-driven decision making?

2 MIN

December 15, 2020

Every day, we use data to make decisions in our personal lives. We may use the data collected in product..

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Key performance measures to track from finance data

3 MIN

December 9, 2020

Key performance measures help people evaluate actual performance against objectives, so they know what levers..

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The top KPIs for CEOs and executives in 2022

4 MIN

December 6, 2020

Data and analytics have never been more important for mid-market CEOs and executives to set the course for..

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Retail success means data sharing

2 MIN

December 3, 2020

The retail industry is a tough and competitive environment. With every business trying to top one another, it..

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What are the costs of not using business intelligence?

4 MIN

December 3, 2020

Due to budget and time constraints, some managers believe business intelligence (BI) is not worth the..

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Data analytics industry trends

3 MIN

November 30, 2020

Having the appropriate data analytics solution is vital to strategic decision making. However,..

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Making good purchasing decisions requires business intelligence

2 MIN

November 29, 2020

Smart purchasing and stock optimization boosts your organization’s bottom line. What am I buying, selling,..

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Business intelligence vs. spreadsheets: What does your business need?

4 MIN

November 25, 2020

As businesses grow and become more digital, so too does the amount of data available to track and analyze. ..

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Phocas and Datafile join forces to offer SMEs a digital transformation roadmap

2 MIN

November 24, 2020

Phocas business intelligence and Datafile software solutions, two longstanding software providers dedicated..

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How to increase business intelligence user adoption

3 MIN

November 24, 2020

User adoption refers to the acceptance of a new system or process in technology. Gaining staff acceptance is..

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Accounting analytics – how business intelligence helps

2 MIN

November 23, 2020

A decade ago, an accountant balanced the daily transactions and prepared a statement of profit and loss for..

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Culture matters as Phocas scales up

2 MIN

November 19, 2020

Myles Glashier, our co-founder and co-CEO explains the evolution and development of Phocas on the popular..

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Five strategic benefits of business analytics

3 MIN

November 19, 2020

Business analytics provide people with an accurate and holistic view of their business. Executives and..

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Financial data visualizations - how they help businesspeople communicate

3 MIN

November 16, 2020

Humans are wired to love numbers over text, pictures over written content, and dashboards over spreadsheets.

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Metalogic and Phocas partnership brings iMetal customers fast ERP reporting

2 MIN

November 16, 2020

A new partnership between Metalogic (part of the Jonas Metals Group) and Phocas business intelligence..

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The cost of business intelligence and other myths

3 MIN

November 11, 2020

Even though the business world is abuzz with business intelligence tools and the internet is filled with..

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3 ways mobile business intelligence impacts decision-making

2 MIN

November 9, 2020

Mobile business intelligence or mobile sales enablement is defined as the capabilities and technologies that..

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Kerridge Commercial Systems and Phocas Software join forces to enable distributive trades to feel good about data

1 MIN

November 5, 2020

Industry leading ERP, Retail and Business Management software provider, Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS),..

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[eBook]: The KPIs consumer goods businesses must know and measure

2 MIN

October 30, 2020

Competition in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry is fierce. Whether you are a CPG distributor,..

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Phocas Financial Statements upgrades

3 MIN

October 28, 2020

The Financial Statements solution was upgraded this year so your team can review and analyze financial..

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Business intelligence and analytics for healthcare organizations

2 MIN

October 27, 2020

The global healthcare supply chain is complex. Decentralisation of care, third party services and centralised..

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iQuip paints a data-driven future

2 MIN

October 27, 2020

iQuip Group is an exciting new Australian wholesaler dedicated to supporting the paint, render and external..

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Business analytics for beginners

2 MIN

October 25, 2020

If you are new to business analytics, it can be difficult to know where to start. There is so much..

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Increasing sales in your wholesale distribution business

2 MIN

October 23, 2020

Wholesale distribution companies make money when other businesses purchase their goods. Yet, in today’s..

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How DIFOT analysis helps prepare retailers for Cyber Monday?

2 MIN

October 22, 2020

Cyber Monday is quickly become one of the largest online shopping days of the year. With a 17.9%..

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4 elements of an efficient business intelligence tool

2 MIN

October 22, 2020

There are so many business intelligence tools on the market, all promising a competitive edge for your..

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The KPIs every manufacturer should know and measure

3 MIN

October 19, 2020

When it comes to achieving success in manufacturing, the industry is way beyond the idea that data matters...

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Ad hoc financial analysis and reporting for everyone

2 MIN

October 18, 2020

In many companies, the IT department creates a library of pre-built templates for generating static financial..

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Financial Statement Reporting Software: A friend for your finance team

2 MIN

October 13, 2020

Finance teams have been opposing the arrival of Financial Statement Reporting Software for a simple reason —..

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Actionable information helps HVAC&R distributor make decisions

1 MIN

October 9, 2020

Gustave A. Larson Co is a leading distributor of commercial and residential HVAC parts and refrigeration..

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The evolution of financial statement planning and analysis

2 MIN

October 7, 2020

Your finance team may be wasting their precious time in preparing outdated static reports, to provide..

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Tech culture: A look behind the Phocas culture and its secrets for success

2 MIN

October 2, 2020

'Culture Bites', is a podcast created by culture experts, Human Synergistics. Phocas leaders, Myles Glashier..

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IFS ERP integrates with Phocas for fast and flexible data analytics

1 MIN

September 29, 2020

IFS Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software provider has partnered with Phocas software to deliver fast..

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5 reasons financial reporting software is impossible to ignore

2 MIN

September 28, 2020

The finance team is the central nervous system of your business primarily responsible for making..

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Exception reporting is one of the reasons Savona selected Phocas BI

4 MIN

September 23, 2020

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Improve financial decision making with technology

2 MIN

September 21, 2020

Financial decision making is a vital management skill because it drives performance and allows a business to..

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Business Intelligence vs. CRM: Which one is best for you?

3 MIN

September 18, 2020

There is an ongoing debate on whether Business Intelligence (BI) or Customer Relationship Management (CRM)..

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Eastern Industrial Supplies relies on data across its business

1 MIN

September 17, 2020

Eastern Industrial Supplies opened its doors in 1980 in Greenville, South Carolina and has grown to have..

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Businesses are investing in technology to move forward: Epicor Growth Index

2 MIN

September 16, 2020

Phocas partner, Epicor enterprise software compiles the 'Epicor Global Growth Index' annually. The index is..

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Data culture at Phocas is fun, fulfilling and forever

2 MIN

September 14, 2020

When our CEO explains to his young kids what his day looks like tomorrow — presenting at an APAC culture and..

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Wessex packaging ticks all the boxes with purchasing data analytics

4 MIN

September 11, 2020

Purchasing data analytics provides Wessex packaging with greater visibility into sales, purchasing and..

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Define business intelligence and list the signs your business needs BI

3 MIN

September 10, 2020

One way to define business intelligence (BI) is to say BI takes away the trauma of spreadsheets and instead..

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Are you measuring lost sales opportunities?

2 MIN

September 9, 2020

Businesses spend, on average, five times more money to acquire new customers, than they do to retain the ones..

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Take advantage of what your ERP data has to offer

3 MIN

September 9, 2020

Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems don’t just help your business manage financials, inventory,..

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Supply chain optimization can be achieved with data

2 MIN

September 8, 2020

Supply chain optimization means lowering costs and improving the performance of the production cycle with..

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How to monitor business performance with financial analytics

2 MIN

September 7, 2020

The finance department monitors and analyzes business performance in detail. Yet sometimes it can take awhile..

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How real-time dashboards keep managers on target

4 MIN

September 2, 2020

A real-time dashboard provides up to the minute insight into the performance of numerous business processes..

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Data management: 6 dos and don’ts of managing your business with data

3 MIN

September 2, 2020

Business intelligence (BI) systems provide a single source of truth for data management across all of your..

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3 supplier performance metrics to increase returns

3 MIN

August 31, 2020

To maintain an efficient supply chain and satisfy customers, companies must be assured of timely and accurate..

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Zumasys partners with Phocas to bring enterprise business intelligence to Pick MultiValue market

1 MIN

August 31, 2020

Zumasys has signed an exclusive distribution partnership with Phocas software to bring a turnkey business..

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How to create a report on yesterday’s sales activity

2 MIN

August 30, 2020

Waiting for traditional reports is often a long and frustrating process because these reports are usually..

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[eBook] Benefits of scorecards and dashboards

3 MIN

August 28, 2020

In today’s modern mid-sized organization, having quick and easy access to company data in the form of a..

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How effective sales pipeline management generates revenue growth

3 MIN

August 27, 2020

The sales pipeline plays an essential role in any successful company – from the construction industry to turf..

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Get visible data and improve business outcomes

1 MIN

August 27, 2020

Business leaders want to make decisions faster and with more efficiency. Without visible data that is..

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Describe features of analytics software for sales teams

2 MIN

August 25, 2020

Sales managers tell us they need to see the facts, fast. Put simply, good analytics software needs to provide..

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Data consolidation across Litex Industries enables strategic decision-making

1 MIN

August 24, 2020

Litex Industries Limited is an extensive electrical products wholesaler located in Texas, USA. After the..

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Take control with self-service data analytics

2 MIN

August 23, 2020

Nearly all companies in today’s world have one common goal: keeping the user experience simple. This..

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Phocas presents culture and transformation story at leadership conference

2 MIN

August 20, 2020

If you ask Phocas people why the company is successful, most will say it's because of the culture.The Phocas..

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One of the goals of business intelligence is to find the best match for your business

3 MIN

August 20, 2020

The speed at which business intelligence technology continues to develop seems outmatched only by an urgent..

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The benefits of self-service BI

3 MIN

August 20, 2020

IT departments long to be freed from the tedious task of continuous report generation. Moreover, many..

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Financial Reporting - it's time to automate and modernize

3 MIN

August 20, 2020

With today’s critical need for accuracy, completeness and speed in financial reporting, the finance team..

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Phocas a 'High Performer' in G2 Crowd's BI Grid

2 MIN

August 18, 2020

Phocas Software is a 'High Performer' on G2 Crowd’s best business intelligence platform grid for the summer...

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Behler-Young connects Amazon Alexa and Phocas BI with great results

1 MIN

August 17, 2020

Can you have a conversation with your business intelligence solution while driving? Behler-Young sales people..

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How to build a dynamic dashboard and stay on top of your KPIs

2 MIN

August 12, 2020

If a picture can paint a thousand words, how many is a dynamic picture worth? A lot of words, according to..

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How do you feel about data?

1 MIN

August 12, 2020

Data means many things to different people. How does data make you feel? Does it keep you up at night because..

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What's new in manufacturing software?

3 MIN

August 10, 2020

In manufacturing, most companies can’t make products any faster or cheaper, so they need to achieve..

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Understand customers' needs and maximize your profitability

3 MIN

August 10, 2020

Over the course of our lives, we develop many types of relationships. Some of them long-term, others are more..

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Harrisons Sauces increases profitability with BI solution

1 MIN

August 7, 2020

Harrisons Sauces is part of BI Europe and manufactures condiments and sauces, supplying a variety of sweet..

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Attract and keep the best finance talent with financial analysis software

3 MIN

August 5, 2020

There is a global shortage of finance talent. Yet there is also a growing push toward having a more modern..

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What is overstock and how to avoid it?

2 MIN

August 3, 2020

Lean warehouse management is key to the success of businesses that make, move or sell products. Conversely,..

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Electrical supplier leverages data across its business to improve performance

1 MIN

July 31, 2020

Parrish-Hare is an electrical products supplier for commercial and industrial construction across Texas. The..

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Manufacturing business intelligence (BI) success stories

2 MIN

July 29, 2020

Manufacturers are turning to business intelligence because the process of making products is a huge..

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Why a single source of truth for data management is critical for HVAC&R company

2 MIN

July 29, 2020

Resolute Industrial (Resolute) is the largest independent provider of temporary HVAC&R solutions in North..

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How to forecast stock on hand

1 MIN

July 27, 2020

To forecast stock on hand, an inventory manager needs to determine average quantities sold over key time..

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Phocas is the clear business intelligence software leader in Software Advice report

3 MIN

July 26, 2020

Phocas is named the #1 business intelligence (BI) software and achieves the uppermost quadrant position in the

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Making decisions viable with data

3 MIN

July 26, 2020

Do you ever make decisions on the run? Have you dropped the price on a product by a few percent for a good..

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How to make the most of cross-selling and upselling opportunities

2 MIN

July 22, 2020

Cross-selling and upselling allows you to generate additional sales revenue by incentivizing existing..

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How sharing data makes financial performance everyone’s responsibility

2 MIN

July 22, 2020

The finance team has always turned to numbers to answer its questions, and as the current economic..

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Why not investing in business intelligence is killing your sales

3 MIN

July 20, 2020

In the age of data, choosing not to invest in a quality business intelligence (BI) solution can mean your..

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A critical inventory metric: projected inventory level

2 MIN

July 20, 2020

With constant streams of data being collected by companies daily, planning for the future is no longer as..

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How Trade Supply Group customizes financial statements across 14 locations

2 MIN

July 17, 2020

Trade Supply Group, New York, operates a number of companies that specialize in the distribution of building..

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What is a bullet chart and how is it useful?

2 MIN

July 10, 2020

The bullet chart is useful to visually track performance against a target, displaying results in a single..

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How to democratize data-driven decision-making?

3 MIN

July 8, 2020

The need to know what decision-making is critical when everything is a priority has been highlighted by the..

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What does ERP stand for and how it compares with BI?

2 MIN

July 5, 2020

Every department within an organization typically has its own computer system, optimized to suit the way that..

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Master inventory calculations and anticipate future demand

2 MIN

July 2, 2020

As businesses reopen and customers resume spending, it’s more important than ever to have a full..

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Infor CloudSuite™ users can access business intelligence software through Phocas

1 MIN

June 30, 2020

Phocas has a new partnership with Single Source Systems (Single Source), a solution reseller for Infor..

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4 ways dashboards provide more insight into financial performance

2 MIN

June 24, 2020

A dashboard is a tool that allows you to see at-a-glance the performance of your organization.

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Improve interdepartmental communication with dynamic financial reporting

3 MIN

June 17, 2020

Departmentalization has its benefits — department members can align their skillsets, concentrate on specific..

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How to upload budgets into Phocas ready for FY21

1 MIN

June 15, 2020

A budget is a financial plan for a defined period, normally a year, can be a quarter or month. It greatly..

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Mobile BI dashboards help ICU Medical change decision-making process

1 MIN

June 11, 2020

ICU Medical is a leading global medical devices and accessories company selling medical devices for oncology,..

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Phocas is named top dashboard software in FrontRunners

2 MIN

June 5, 2020

Phocas is named the top dashboard software by Software Advice. FrontRunners helps businesses evaluate which..

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New finance solution to drive digital transformation

2 MIN

June 4, 2020

Everyone in accounting has a specific role geared to deliver accurate numbers each month. Many finance teams..

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Around the world in 10 days, Glashier-style

1 MIN

June 2, 2020

Ever had a staycation get out of hand? It started as a bit of fun, activities to keep the kids amused in..

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Safeaid turns to business intelligence software to maintain customer satisfaction

3 MIN

May 31, 2020

Safeaid Supplies is an English manufacturer and supplier of personal protective equipment. The company..

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How data-driven decision-making can help businesses rebound faster

3 MIN

May 27, 2020

According to research conducted by McKinsey before covid-19 hit, 92% of companies thought their business..

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8 ways to stay ahead of the game in the new normal

3 MIN

May 22, 2020

The pandemic has been a catalyst for change across businesses. And while managers are still determining their

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How the finance team uses analytics to automate reporting

1 MIN

May 19, 2020

To monitor the performance of its business, Whiting Holdings, an Australian steel distributor, consolidated..

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Four opportunities with data visualization tools for the road back

3 MIN

May 18, 2020

“Without big data, you are blind and deaf and in the middle of a freeway.” Geoffrey Moore, American..

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Margin analysis helps drinks distributor concentrate on key areas of business

3 MIN

May 15, 2020

Dayla Drinks is an independent on-trade drinks distributor specializing in the procurement and supply of over..

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5 data trends business managers can monitor to rebound faster

2 MIN

May 13, 2020

During this time of uncertainty, business managers must have the ability to cut through the noise so they can..

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Building the case for data analytics in the aged care sector

2 MIN

May 10, 2020

The pace of change in the aged care sector, combined with processes that are out of alignment with the role..

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Take stock with inventory management software

1 MIN

May 8, 2020

Business intelligence is used by many distributors who move and sell lots of product as its inventory..

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A new BI solution for the construction industry

1 MIN

May 6, 2020

A new partnership between Phocas Software and Aktion Associates will empower construction businesses to use..

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5 ways to use business intelligence software to adapt to the new normal

4 MIN

May 3, 2020

Phocas customers operate in distribution, manufacturing and retail, so they're always analyzing their data to..

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Obex team uses business intelligence dashboards to track performance

3 MIN

May 1, 2020

In 2008, the founders of Obex Protection in Worcester saw the potential for better glazing and façade..

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Business intelligence dashboards: What executives are monitoring

4 MIN

April 28, 2020

When it comes to developing business intelligence dashboards, the biggest challenge may be deciding what data..

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Muk haircare uses data analytics to go deep into the detail

2 MIN

April 23, 2020

Muk is an Australian haircare brand, established in 2006. Its products are designed for hairdressers and..

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Inventory optimization helps American Metals Supply adapt to change

2 MIN

April 22, 2020

Independent wholesaler American Metals Supply (AMS) provides sheet and coil steel, prefabricated duct and..

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Phocas partners with Strategic Information Group to support QAD ERP customers

1 MIN

April 19, 2020

Phocas is pleased to announce a new partnership with Strategic Information Group that will extend our data..

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Five ways data analytics helps cash flow management during a downturn

4 MIN

April 16, 2020

With the global economy in trouble, many companies are unable to maintain desired profit margins and generate..

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Equipment Controls uses data visualization tools to support customers

2 MIN

April 13, 2020

For the past 55 years, Equipment Controls Company (ECCO) has provided natural gas measurement products, gas..

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Inventory management metrics to handle demand volatility

3 MIN

April 8, 2020

Due to the current health crisis some wholesalers are experiencing intense demand for certain products such..

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Bunzl Safety relies on data analytics to satisfy intense demand for its protective products

2 MIN

April 5, 2020

Since the coronavirus outbreak in January 2020, Bunzl Safety has experienced unprecedented demand for its..

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How to foster data analytics skills in your organization

2 MIN

April 2, 2020

Being data driven means promoting fact-based decision making, driving user adoption of an analytics solution,..

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Apparel supplier quickly models scenarios using data analytics in a time of change

2 MIN

April 1, 2020

Gold Medal International (Gold Medal) is a premier apparel supplier to leading department stores and sporting..

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Why business intelligence reporting doesn't have to be complex

2 MIN

March 26, 2020

The goal of business intelligence reporting is to transform data into accurate and actionable information for..

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Ethical decision making during COVID-19: Team Medical Supplies

1 MIN

March 25, 2020

This Phocas blog highlights how one of our customers in wholesale distribution is coping with the new..

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Data analytics essentials for the COVID-19 crisis

2 MIN

March 22, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic puts risk management and disruption strategies under the spotlight as companies..

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A buyer's guide to the best business intelligence software

3 MIN

March 19, 2020

Business intelligence software is a competitive marketplace, and many cloud-based vendors sound the same. So..

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Cross-selling know-how for front-line staff

2 MIN

March 13, 2020

Branches are the front lines of your business, leading the charge when it comes to customer touch points and..

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Five benefits of business intelligence reporting

3 MIN

March 11, 2020

In a digital world, the ability to collect and collate pertinent business data from multiple sources - then..

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Phocas business intelligence software partners with NSA, an Infor ERP specialist

1 MIN

March 8, 2020

Phocas has a new strategic partnership with NSA Professional Services, an Infor channel partner serving the..

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Use a business intelligence strategy to prepare for supply chain disruption

3 MIN

March 1, 2020

The full economic impact of the coronavirus is still unfolding, but now is the time for executives and supply..

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Industries using business intelligence

3 MIN

February 25, 2020

Over the last decade, many industries have adopted business intelligence to help them lower costs, improve..

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How to master data analytics without a data science degree

3 MIN

February 24, 2020

Many business people want to improve their understanding of data but don’t know where to start. The good news..

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What to expect from BI reporting

3 MIN

February 20, 2020

Gone are the days spending hours generating reports that immediately lead to more questions. Your obsolete..

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7 keys to a successful business intelligence strategy

3 MIN

February 18, 2020

A business intelligence strategy is designed to give you the information you need and in a way that’s..

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How to motivate your sales reps with data

2 MIN

February 17, 2020

Sales managers have difficult jobs keeping sales reps on the ground motivated as rejection is tiresome. Many..

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Business intelligence in manufacturing

2 MIN

February 11, 2020

The process of making products is a huge opportunity for data optimization. Raw materials need to be ordered,..

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Automotive business intelligence helps managers remain calm

2 MIN

February 10, 2020

If you’re in Australia and your car is smashed in an accident in New South Wales or Queensland, the parts and..

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7 data trends for mid-market managers in 2020

2 MIN

February 7, 2020

Everyone needs data. For manufacturing, distribution and retail businesses to succeed in today’s competitive..

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What is data analytics?

3 MIN

February 4, 2020

Phocas creates data analytics software. We have been helping businesses control and leverage their data for..

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What is an effective key performance indicator?

2 MIN

January 29, 2020

Given today’s disruptive and competitive business environment, the ability to leverage company data has never..

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Phocas data analytics solution certified by Acumatica

1 MIN

January 28, 2020

Phocas is pleased to advise that we have certification with Acumatica, the innovative ERP cloud company,..

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Cloud BI - the perfect match

2 MIN

January 22, 2020

“Cloud computing and business intelligence are an ideal match. Business intelligence (BI) is about delivering..

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How to increase plumbing and HVAC sales

3 MIN

January 19, 2020

In the plumbing and HVAC industry, companies must be able organize a great diversity of parts on offer and..

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Flexible data analytics solution works for everyone in LB White's team

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January 15, 2020

L.B. White has grown to become one of the world’s leading manufacturers of direct-fired heaters for the..

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Phocas vs. QlikSense business intelligence software

3 MIN

January 8, 2020

An executive from the Hayley Group said, "Our main reason for choosing Phocas BI was because we found Phocas..

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Why IT managers recommend business intelligence software

4 MIN

January 3, 2020

Advancements in technology have changed the role of the IT department from that of a cost center to a..

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Phocas BI vs QlikView business intelligence software

2 MIN

December 31, 2019

Every year BARC, a leading analysis company, conducts the world’s largest survey comparing business..

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Phocas' people give back to local communities

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December 30, 2019

End of year celebrations and Christmas are great opportunities to catch-up with friends and family. We all..

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Phocas vs. Looker business intelligence software comparison

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December 24, 2019

We use the world’s largest survey of BI software users to compare Phocas with Looker business intelligence..

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Best business intelligence software blogs in 2019

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December 22, 2019

Thanks to our regular business intelligence software blog readers and those people who swing by when the..

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BI solution helps USESI make immediate margin gains

3 MIN

December 18, 2019

U.S. Electrical Services, Inc. (USESI) is one of America's largest electrical component distributors in the..

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BI reporting helps Jurox consolidate and visualize data

2 MIN

December 18, 2019

Jurox is a family owned Australian animal health company involved in the research, production, and marketing..

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Phocas vs. Yellowfin business intelligence software comparison

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December 17, 2019

Learn how Phocas compares to Yellowfin in the world's largest independent review of business intelligence..

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Phocas business intelligence software helps Hairhouse style new profits

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December 16, 2019

Hairhouse salons consolidate data, run stylish reports, and trim dead stock from their warehouse with..

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Data visualization tool connects all pieces of the puzzle for Gibsons

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December 12, 2019

Gibsons is a 100-year-old manufacturer and distributor of more than 500 games, puzzles, cards and gifts. The..

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Phocas vs. Infor BI (business intelligence software comparison)

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December 11, 2019

We examine how Phocas business intelligence software compares with Infor BI in this year’s BARC The BI Survey..

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Phocas vs. Sisense (visual BI solutions comparison)

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December 3, 2019

Phocas and Sisense are vastly different products. A quick look at how each is positioned, and it’s clear that..

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Data analytics helps Sistema ‘klip-IT’ on production efficiencies

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December 2, 2019

Sistema means ‘system’ in Italian and also signifies the company’s systematic approach to manufacturing,which..

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One-size-doesn’t-fit-all as BI solution helps shoe retailer measure performance

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November 28, 2019

Allegro Funds, an Australian private equity firm, acquired Number One Shoes and Hannah’s retailers in 2017...

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Phocas vs. Tableau: BARC Business Intelligence Tool Comparison

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In August Salesforce purchased Tableau for $15.3 billion in one of the most significant software acquisitions..

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Phocas BI vs. Microsoft Excel

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November 20, 2019

For some business people, the only data analysis tool they use is a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet. Discovering..

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Hot or cold, Insco uses a data analytics solution to keep revenue strong all-year-round

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November 18, 2019

Insco is a wholesale distributor of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment..

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Phocas vs. Microsoft Power BI

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November 12, 2019

Find out how Phocas compares to Microsoft Power BI in the world's largest survey of business intelligence..

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Prochem stays ahead of the game with data analytics

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November 7, 2019

Prochem delivers quality stainless-steel pipe, fittings and valving products to the gas, aerospace, marine..

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Phocas vs IBM Planning Analytics (BI tools comparison based on BARC 19)

3 MIN

November 6, 2019

Phocas and IBM Planning Analytics went head-to-head in the world's largest business intelligence user survey,..

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Phocas secures 34 top rankings in BARC's The BI Survey

2 MIN

October 31, 2019

Phocas is recommended by 100% of customers and continues to outpace BI competitors in many KPIs in its peer..

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Automation strategies for mid-market businesses

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October 27, 2019

When automation is done well, it accomplishes more than just saving time and money. It minimizes errors,..

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uvex safety equipment protects distributor relationships using data analytics

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October 24, 2019

uvex safety Australia makes and distributes high-quality products designed to keep people safe at work. The..

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Simple data discovery for distributors

3 MIN

October 14, 2019

Industry-specific data analytics technology has advanced exponentially over the last decade. Before the..

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ConvaTec sets healthy pricing strategy with Phocas data insights

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October 11, 2019

ConvaTec is a global medical products and technologies company with innovations that advance wound care,..

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KPIs for the resilient mid-market CEO

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October 8, 2019

In today’s dynamic marketplace, modern CEOs must operate from a new playbook. Resilience and the ability to..

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Phocas appoints new Chief Product Officer

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October 7, 2019

Phocas is pleased to announce the appointment of Blair Cassidy as the Chief Product Officer (CPO). Cassidy..

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Transform your IT team into a strategic asset

2 MIN

September 30, 2019

As advancements in technology continue to alter the way we do business, the role and function of the IT..

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LSC unlocks Epicor data and improves company-wide decision making with Phocas

2 MIN

September 22, 2019

Locksmith Supply Company (LSC) is a thriving 93-year-old security hardware distributor for the locksmith..

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4 tips to get the most value from your ERP system

3 MIN

September 20, 2019

While ERP systems support a wide variety of administrative and operational processes, many aren’t designed..

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How can managers best create sales reports?

3 MIN

September 16, 2019

With ever increasing volumes of data, business intelligence (BI) software is becoming essential to help..

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How IT Managers can slash reporting times

2 MIN

September 12, 2019

The IT manager is often burdened with ad hoc report requests and solving organizational data challenges...

Phocas' constructive culture is a winner

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September 8, 2019

Phocas received a Human Synergistics award for achieving a ‘constructive’ culture during three years of fast..

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ASA Automotive Systems selects Phocas as data analytics partner

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August 28, 2019

Phocas data analytics solution is now integrated with ASA’s enterprise products such as TireMaster Enterprise..

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How to be more effective at execution in a wholesale business

2 MIN

August 23, 2019

Speed may never be more important to your business than it is today. The right data analytics solution can..

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Integrating your tech: is your stack working together to deliver data results?

2 MIN

August 19, 2019

In a manufacturing or wholesale business, there is a lot of information to keep track of. As an IT manager,..

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Loeb Electric spots trends using data analytics

2 MIN

August 14, 2019

As Loeb Electric grew and data inquiries increased, the company needed better technology. The company..

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Midway Dental uses data to take advantage of industry growth

3 MIN

August 7, 2019

Midway Dental is a second-generation company and the fastest-growing full-service dental supply company in..

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Are you treating your data as an asset?

2 MIN

August 4, 2019

While most executives understand that their data is an asset, many haven’t harnessed the valuable insights..

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Beat your competition with the data you already have

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August 2, 2019

In the course of daily operations, companies often generate a great deal of data that can be leveraged to..

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CRM + business intelligence =great decision making

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July 31, 2019

A customer relationship management (CRM) system gathers and consolidates raw data from customer interactions..

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Data analytics benefits you don’t get with Excel alone

2 MIN

July 26, 2019

Many businesses use Excel for good reason. Excel is a best of breed tool for spreadsheets and can be great..

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Johnstone Supply gets real business intelligence with Phocas

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July 24, 2019

Having a pulse on everything that is going on across sales, inventory, accounting and warehousing is critical..

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Phocas teams up with Acumatica Cloud ERP to integrate solutions

1 MIN

July 21, 2019

Phocas has a new partnership with Acumatica, provider of an award-winning cloud-based ERP system, that will..

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Stewart’s of Scotland concentrates on profitability with Phocas

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July 15, 2019

Phocas data analytics is exhibiting at the UBT Trade Expo 2019 in Warwick this week. This three-day event is..

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How to customize your data?

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July 5, 2019

Individuals have unique ways of perceiving the world around them. This includes how they extract meaning..

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Epicor partnership helps WD-40 lubricate market growth

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July 3, 2019

Many customers using Epicor ERPs (Prophet 21 , E10, Eclipse and iScala) are benefiting from the partnership..

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Can data analytics motivate a sales team to perform better?

2 MIN

July 1, 2019

Sales are a huge part of any business so nurturing a high performing sales team makes good sense. Yet most..

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The future of wholesale distribution is in your data

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June 28, 2019

The distribution of goods is a vital part of the global economy. Nonetheless, as wholesale markets continue..

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Phocas appoints new president of U.S. division to accelerate growth

1 MIN

June 24, 2019

Phocas is excited to announce the appointment of Jay Deubler as the new President of our U.S. division...

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Is data the true international language?

3 MIN

June 10, 2019

You don’t have to look very far to recognize the importance of data analytics in our world; from the Weather..

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Can push notifications work to your advantage?

1 MIN

June 7, 2019

Are you tired of all the emails that land in your inbox? How about only being notified when there is a..

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How to make incremental changes with business intelligence?

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June 5, 2019

We are constantly talking with companies about if and how they are using business intelligence. More often..

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How to compare multiple data streams: actual sales v budget v stretch budget

1 MIN

May 31, 2019

Comparison of sales information against targets has many benefits such as allowing individuals to be more..

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Five benefits of data analytics for your sales branches

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May 28, 2019

Your branches are the frontline of your business, leading the charge when it comes to customer interaction..

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KYB Americas grows sales with Phocas data analytics

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May 22, 2019

Data analytics is increasingly important for KYB Americas with the insights helping the sales team to uncover..

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Are you Excel-reliant? Four reasons to add BI

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May 17, 2019

Many businesses use spreadsheets for a variety of needs. They're a great way to organize information, and if..

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Then and now: Gateway Supply continues growing with Phocas

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May 15, 2019

Gateway Supply in Columbia, South Carolina has served the plumbing, HVAC and mechanical industries for over..

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Chain restaurants devour data analytics

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May 13, 2019

A chain restaurant’s profitability often depends on its capacity to control costs. Data analytics provides a..

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How to manage your budget and quickly determine leakage

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May 3, 2019

Overspending and variations from budget estimates are a common occurrence for many businesses. Usually,..

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Sales reps may not think they need data analytics. Here’s why they do.

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May 1, 2019

Many sales reps have a certain way of doing things. Implementing new processes or adding new tools or..

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How to maximise value from your business data

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April 28, 2019

Now it's no secret that business leaders consider data as one of, if not their most important assets. But how.. Read more

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How to track your sales reps performance against budget

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April 26, 2019

Sales methods must adapt to a rapidly changing marketplace. Therefore, it’s crucial that sales teams have..

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Can online reviews guide data analytics sourcing?

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April 23, 2019

Data analytics offers valuable insights to help improve performance throughout a company. Because data..

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Become more strategic with data analytics

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April 22, 2019

By taking control of your data, business people are better equipped to drive growth by developing effective..

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How to keep favorite data views close at hand

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April 12, 2019

What data can't you live without? Actual sales versus budget, stock on hand, low margin against products?..

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How to deal with internal resistance to business intelligence

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April 8, 2019

Change can be hard, especially when it comes to technology. People get accustomed to certain processes and..

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Software as a service has twice the meaning at Phocas

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April 2, 2019

Some companies are known for good customer service, and then there are companies who are obsessed with their..

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Turn your customers into data advocates

3 MIN

March 27, 2019

A key benefit of data analytics is the ability to understand the needs of your customers. High performing..

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Grocery distributor uses data to justify quality service strategy

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March 25, 2019

Grocery wholesale distributors use networks for buying power and breadth of product range. For many members..

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Answer these 4 questions to boost your sales analytics

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March 19, 2019

In today’s highly competitive marketplace, sales teams must have a way to stand out. Data analytics provides..

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Choose the right data analytics solution for your business

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March 18, 2019

Real-time data analysis delivers key business insights so people can create informed business strategies...

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Phocas illuminates customer relationships for Mercury Lighting

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March 15, 2019

Mercury Lighting (Mercury) is Canada’s largest independent lighting solutions provider, offering nearly 9,000..

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How does business intelligence software help with forecasting?

2 MIN

February 28, 2019

In the face of unstable market and economic conditions, companies need to use a number of measures to stay..

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Crescent Parts & Equipment speeds up decision-making process using Phocas

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February 26, 2019

Crescent Parts & Equipment used a variety of tools to manage its vast data resources prior to making the..

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And the BARC data analytics award winner is …

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February 24, 2019

In the world of data analytics, the annual BARC Survey, conducted by the Business Application Research..

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Why data analytics or BI projects fail?

1 MIN

February 22, 2019

A CIO or IT manager’s task is enormous when introducing any new enterprise system like data analytics or..

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Four signs your company needs a data analytics solution

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February 17, 2019

What are your company’s objectives for 2019? What data are you using to back this up? Companies are drowning..

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At the heart of Phocas’ approach is simplicity ♥ #lovephocas

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February 14, 2019

To have fun this Valentine’s Day, we collated feedback from customers to develop a group love letter. The..

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Use data analytics to clean up your warehouse

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February 12, 2019

Marie Kondo shows households how to find joy in purging non-essential items, data analytics is the perfect..

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Phocas reinforces SAP Business One relationship with new accreditation

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February 12, 2019

Phocas Software is now an accredited partner of the American SAP Users’ Group (ASUG), emphasizing the ..

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Sell smarter, not harder with data analytics

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February 3, 2019

Many professionals subscribe to the notion that hard work will yield greater success. However, filling your..

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How data analytics can improve wholesale distributors' performance?

2 MIN

January 31, 2019

An important task for many managers is to improve profit margins. Low sales figures, high inventory costs,..

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Four critical metrics every business must track

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January 24, 2019

As a business owner, it’s easy to lose sight of the critical numbers, when you’re focused on getting through..

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Four simple ways to grow your business in 2019

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January 23, 2019

The New Year brings a sense of renewal and optimism. A fresh start. A new beginning. This is the time to..

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The power of sharing: how data is having a bigger impact in business

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January 15, 2019

We live in a sharing era. As consumers, it has never been easier to post an opinion, or capture an image or..

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Phocas vs. Yellowfin

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Learn how Phocas compares to Yellowfin in the world's largest independent review of business intelligence..

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Phocas vs. Sisense in BARC's The BI Survey

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January 9, 2019

Learn how Phocas compares to Sisense in the world's largest independent review of business intelligence..

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National trivia day: Test your knowledge of data analytics in the context of a sales department

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January 4th marks national trivia day in the United States, and we're on board. Test your knowledge of..

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Best data analytics blogs from Phocas Software in 2018

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2018 has been another great year for the Phocas Software blog with many new subscribers reading about data..

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9 data analytics trends to help your business thrive in 2019

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In today’s noisy, competitive and globalized economy, keeping up with the latest trends can be challenging...

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Retailers achieve business intelligence success with Phocas Software

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As the author, John Naisbitt, once wrote, “We are drowning in information but starved for knowledge.” ..

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[eBook] How building suppliers and manufacturers can improve sales and stock management

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Building suppliers and manufacturers must embrace new technologies to better respond to challenges, overcome..

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How to safely reduce your inventory costs

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December 5, 2018

Warehouse, inventory and operations managers understand that inventory is a capital investment, and that..

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Phocas vs. Domo

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Learn how Phocas compares to Domo in the world's largest independent review of business intelligence products.

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[eBook] Data Analytics for SAP Business One users

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Seeing the big picture: what are you missing in your business?

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Phocas vs. Qlik Sense

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Learn how Phocas compares to Qlik Sense in the world's largest independent review of business intelligence..

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Revere Electric Supply uses Phocas to streamline access to data and decisions

3 MIN

November 22, 2018

Electric supplier leverages data analytics solution to enhance data-driven culture, automate and optimize..

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Phocas vs. Tableau in BARC’s The BI Survey 18

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Learn how Phocas compares to Tableau in the world's largest independent review of business intelligence..

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Phocas BI vs. sales-I

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November 13, 2018

Learn how Phocas compares to Sales-I in the world's largest independent review of business intelligence..

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[eBook] Data analytics software for wholesale distribution businesses

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Data analytics software can turn your wholesale distribution data into actionable intelligence.

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Phocas BI vs. Microsoft Power BI

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November 9, 2018

Learn how Phocas compares to MS Power BI in the world's largest independent review of business intelligence..

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Phocas partners with Blue Sage to extend Business Intelligence support to Automotive Industry customers

2 MIN

November 2, 2018

Phocas to power Blue Sage Pacesetter Business Intelligence solution

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5 ways executives can benefit from technology

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October 31, 2018

Executives are often masters at multi-tasking as they must wear many different hats to accomplish everything..

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Phocas checks all the boxes for Medical Supply Company

3 MIN

October 30, 2018

With Phocas Software, Medical Supply Company can run queries and produce reports better and faster,..

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This is why BI should play a key role in your company culture

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October 25, 2018

Research by IBM shows that executives who implement analytics develop a more collaborative, creative, and..

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Phocas finishes on top of 28 categories in BARC’S The BI Survey 18

2 MIN

October 16, 2018

Company exceeds last year’s performance in The BI Survey 18, the world’s largest and most comprehensive..

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My ERP: isn’t that enough for data analysis?

2 MIN

October 15, 2018

How can you maximize the business benefits from your enterprise resource planning ERP system?

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How do Phocas customers who use Microsoft Dynamics NAV benefit from data analytics?

4 MIN

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Managers and staff who use Microsoft Dynamics NAV as their ERP system have reported challenges to reporting..

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Phocas makes quick impression at BAT Industrial Products

2 MIN

September 25, 2018

Phocas provides BAT Industrial Products with the information they need to take action to reduce the number of..

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Distributors and manufacturers can turbo charge sales teams with new analytics and pricing optimization solution from Phocas and SPA

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September 21, 2018

Partnership combines Phocas’ leading business intelligence software with SPA’s prescriptive pricing, sales..

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Growing restaurant chain can’t get enough of Phocas

3 MIN

September 17, 2018

Rashays’ team uses data to better understand customer preferences, improve the loyalty program and get results

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It’s a data jungle out there – Arm yourself with the facts

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September 13, 2018

"Organizations are drowning in data, but starving for information," said Gary Corkins, analytics-based..

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Running a lean warehouse: How to get your inventory levels right

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September 12, 2018

Due to the growing global market, warehouse, purchasing, and operations managers are under increased pressure..

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Things to consider when growing your business

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August 31, 2018

After surviving the fragile and uncertain startup phase, executives of midsize companies can shift their..

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5 ways your consumer goods business can become more competitive

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August 27, 2018

To achieve and maintain a competitive advantage, executives of Consumer Packaged Goods businesses (CPGs) must..

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Warehouse managers may not think they need BI, but here’s why they do

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August 24, 2018

In the past, the only technology that warehouse managers thought they needed was a two-way radio to connect..

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The real-life benefits of Phocas for NetSuite users

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August 21, 2018

NetSuite is an ERP with many benefits for its users. However, like most ERP systems, reporting from NetSuite..

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Why you should look for BI that can provide cross-business benefits

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August 16, 2018

Business Intelligence (BI) has become an established resource for executive decision-making. Companies often..

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An accurate view of your business’ finances: it’s not too good to be true

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August 15, 2018

Finance teams are increasingly under pressure to provide CEOs and other executives with information related..

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Tropic Supply and Phocas: Right information. Right people. Right time.

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August 7, 2018

HVAC/R company gets unprecedented insights into sales and counter promotions with Phocas.

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Three things executives of food & beverage businesses wish they’d known sooner

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July 24, 2018

Even the most successful people have made mistakes. In fact, trial and error is an important part of growth..

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[eGuide] Optimizing your food supply chain with data

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July 19, 2018

Right product. Right place. Right time. In the food industry, delivering in full and on time helps ensure..

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Why analytically grounded sales teams consistently outperform their competitors

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July 12, 2018

When thinking of the term ‘data analytics' you may think of data science, big data, or the year-to-year..

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What’s a fast way to get ahead of my competitors?

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July 9, 2018

Companies generate a mass of data on a daily basis that can be leveraged to gain a significant advantage over..

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[eGuide] Your guide to production, pricing, and promotion in the consumer packaged goods industry

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From the outside, looking in, the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry is in hyper speed with changing..

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Key trends in the janitorial industry

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June 28, 2018

In this blog we will discuss the trends currently affecting the janitorial industry. We will then consider..

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[eBook] Make your MS Dynamics NAV ERP go from good to great

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This eBook reviews the benefits to your entire business when you make the data in enterprise resource..

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5 ways business intelligence providers can offer better customer satisfaction

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June 25, 2018

As more companies turn to data to increase profits and improve efficiencies, there is an increasing number of..

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Morelli Group switches gears and leads the pack with Phocas

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June 21, 2018

Family owned company continues to grow with advanced data analytics

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3 signs the food and beverage industry needs business intelligence

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June 18, 2018

With tight margins and increased competition, how is your food and beverage business staying ahead? Find out..

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Eastern Industrial Supplies makes fast business decisions with data analytics

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June 15, 2018

Plumbing distributor leverages Phocas to increase access to data across the business, automate financial..

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Saving costs is a breeze for Hotchkiss Air Supply thanks to Phocas

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Hotchkiss Air Supply is the UK's leading independently owned provider of ventilation and air movement..

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Phocas gives family-owned wholesaler fast and efﬁcient access to key business data

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June 8, 2018

J&S Davis is a long-established family-owned business providing exclusive wholesale dental distribution of..

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How can you increase sales for your business?

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June 6, 2018

Sales teams are strapped for time. No one on the team can afford to invest hours on a sale that doesn’t pan..

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Hairhouse moves to NetSuite and takes analyzing data to the next level

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June 4, 2018

Hair and beauty brand streamlines processes, saves time and makes data analysis and running reports a breeze..

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How to get your employees to use your business intelligence solution

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May 29, 2018

Implementing a Business Intelligence (BI) solution can help streamline operations, create effective strategic..

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Great leaders aren’t born, they’re created. As a manager, you develop basic leadership skills, and through..

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The ability to turn raw company data into actionable intelligence is at the core of today’s successful..

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Three ways to improve your business strategy

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May 16, 2018

As an executive, developing a winning business strategy is one of the most important tasks you can undertake.

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What makes a good business intelligence solution?

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Business intelligence (BI) is no longer the new kid on the block, but when it comes to analyzing data it is..

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3 key ways to improve customer satisfaction

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May 7, 2018

Customer loyalty is created by ensuring customer satisfaction. Customers who are pleased by exceptional..

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How can business intelligence assist your marketing team?

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Despite sharing a common goal of increased sales, many companies find their sales and marketing departments..

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PPI Automotive grows business using data

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Automotive wholesale distributor improves inventory management, identifies sales opportunities, and improves..

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Key trends in the consumer packaged goods industry

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Consumer Packaged Goods companies (CPGs) are facing changing industry trends. To remain competitive in this..

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The BI Survey 17 surveyed 3,066 people about 42 BI vendors across 29 different KPIs. The results suggest that..

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Billows switches to Phocas and sees everyone using data with ease

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Phocas helped Billows reduce the number of printed reports and made it easier for everyone to access relevant..

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Phocas BI vs Oracle BI review (based on ratings in BARC's The BI Survey 17)

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In 2017, industry research group BARC completed its annual survey of BI software users. Considered the..

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For Seasol, the grass is greener with Phocas

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Home garden wonder-brand lifts customer satisfaction and makes reporting a breeze with easy-to-use data..

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Consumer goods businesses typically have a large variety of products and a high turnover rate. With an..

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For the majority of medium-sized organizations, purchasing, integrating and maintaining an Enterprise..

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In 2017, 3,066 people responded to the largest and most comprehensive survey of business intelligence..

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4 signs your company needs a business intelligence solution

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Most companies in 2018 generate data. Some companies might generate more than others, but the importance of..

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[eBook] Bring order to your payable rebates program

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Manufacturers and suppliers use rebates to drive sell-through of specific products while providing incentives..

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Improving customer relations with business intelligence

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In recent years, business intelligence (BI) has become central to the operation of many successful businesses..

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[eBook] How to maximize strategic purchasing decisions with Rebates

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As competition intensifies for distributors, the successful management and profitability of vendor rebates..

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Phocas BI vs Domo (user reviews from BARC's The BI Survey 17)

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BARC surveyed 3,066 BI software users for its annual study, comparing 42 leading BI vendors across 29..

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These executive eBooks will help you achieve business success

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For more than 15 years, Phocas has helped companies like yours to succeed in a competitive and dynamic..

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Phocas BI vs QlikView review (based on ratings in BARC's The BI Survey 17)

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In 2017, 3,066 people responded to the largest and most comprehensive survey of business intelligence..

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Phocas BI vs Yellowfin BI (user reviews from BARC's The BI Survey 17)

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February 15, 2018

Executives and business leaders are always trying to get more out of their data to make meaningful and..

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Data - will you be my Valentine?

3 MIN

February 14, 2018

All good relationships are built on trust and the most trustworthy part of your business is its data.

Phocas BI vs. Microsoft Excel (based on ratings in BARC's The BI Survey 17)

4 MIN

February 12, 2018

For some organizations, the only data analysis tool they use is a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet.

BI basics reviews and recognition

Phocas BI vs. Qlik Sense (based on ratings in BARC's The BI Survey 17)

3 MIN

February 8, 2018

Among the software frequently compared against Phocas in head-to-head competitive bids is Qlik Sense.

BI basics reviews and recognition

Phocas BI vs. Microsoft Power BI (based on ratings in BARC's The BI Survey 17)

3 MIN

February 2, 2018

In the world's largest business intelligence software review, The BI Survey 17, more than 3,000 BI software..

BI basics reviews and recognition

[eBook]: 7 metrics every Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Executive should know and measure

2 MIN

January 30, 2018

Mechanical and industrial supply executives find themselves under increasing pressure to react to new and..

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Phocas BI vs Tableau Software (based on ratings from BARC's The BI Survey 17)

3 MIN

January 29, 2018

More than 3,000 business intelligence software users shared their experience with 42 BI solutions in The BI..

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Phocas BI vs IBM Cognos Analytics (based on ratings in BARC's The BI Survey 17)

3 MIN

January 21, 2018

In this blog, see how Phocas compares with IBM Cognos Analytics based on several KPIs in the world's largest..

IBM Cognos reviews and recognition Pronto

[VIDEO] The best of business intelligence in video

2 MIN

January 18, 2018

Phocas has nearly 20 years of experience helping businesses in retail, distribution and manufacturing achieve..

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Microsoft Dynamics GP - How can Business Intelligence help?

2 MIN

January 11, 2018

In this blog, we will explore how business intelligence can offer benefits to users of Microsoft Dynamics GP.

Microsoft Dynamics GP

[On-demand video] How to choose the right business intelligence tool for you

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January 8, 2018

Data. You have to use it or lose it. But how do you choose a business intelligence software tool that will..

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Best of 2017 - Business Intelligence Blog

1 MIN

January 4, 2018

Thank you for supporting our Business Intelligence Blog in 2017. Blog views are up 33% year-on-year and..

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[eBook] Data driven retail success: Maximize your sell-thru data

2 MIN

December 19, 2017

Most organizations exist within a complex labyrinth of vendors, suppliers, customers, distributors, and..

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Have you read these popular business intelligence eBooks?

2 MIN

December 15, 2017

At Phocas, we have over 15 years of experience working with manufacturers, wholesale distributors, and ..

BI basics performance

Phocas helps Abcoe Distributors focus on growth

3 MIN

December 7, 2017

Leading supplier of consumables reduces reporting frustration by moving to flexible business intelligence..

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Five reasons food and beverage companies love business intelligence

2 MIN

November 22, 2017

Many food and beverage companies love business intelligence. In this blog, we discuss five reasons why.

food and beverage

How to improve stock management in the plumbing and HVAC industry

2 MIN

November 13, 2017

Plumbing and HVAC businesses must ensure there is enough stock-on-hand to fulfill orders, without being..

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Is your ERP preventing business growth?

2 MIN

November 6, 2017

An Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system will provide you with a view of your business from an..

BI basics

Phocas slices & dices the data of meat distributor Vic’s Meat (Pronto ERP)

2 MIN

November 3, 2017

Vic’s Premium Quality Meat was established by Victor and Anthony Puharich 18 years ago and they are now..

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Three ways building suppliers can get ahead of the competition

3 MIN

November 1, 2017

In this blog, we discuss how building suppliers can improve customer service, better understand their..

building and industrial supplies

How to better prepare for your next sales meeting

3 MIN

October 25, 2017

One of the biggest concerns for sales leaders is making sure that their sales force is prepared when they go..

sales

[VIDEO] Business Intelligence for Infor ERPs

1 MIN

October 24, 2017

In this on-demand webinar, we explore the key benefits that Phocas offers Infor ERP users.

on-demand videos and webinars Infor

Phocas is #1 in 24 categories in the world’s largest business intelligence user survey

2 MIN

October 19, 2017

Phocas outperforms larger BI providers including Tableau, Qlik Sense, QlikView, Microsoft Power BI, and IBM..

reviews and recognition

Natures Cargo turns to Phocas for purchasing and sales analytics

3 MIN

October 5, 2017

Phocas gives family-owned Natures Cargo fast and efﬁcient access to key business data.

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Optimize your sales processes quickly and easily

3 MIN

September 28, 2017

All sales managers, whether in retail, wholesale distribution or manufacturing, face the same pressure to..

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3 simple ways to improve your food manufacturing business

3 MIN

September 18, 2017

Managers in the food manufacturing industry are faced with the ongoing challenge of lowering costs and..

food and beverage

Data analytics: getting past legacy impressions

2 MIN

September 13, 2017

Believe it or not, data analytics has not always been valued by sales teams. Like many forms of enterprise..

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[VIDEO] Business intelligence for food and beverage

1 MIN

September 7, 2017

In this on-demand video, we explore some of the most common questions in the food and beverage industry. We..

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[eBook] The keys to retail success

3 MIN

September 1, 2017

The retail industry is going through a challenging time around the world. Almost weekly, established retail..

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Phocas to take part in 2017 Pavestone Rally

2 MIN

August 25, 2017

On 10 September 2017, Phocas Software's Neil Cooper, Jason Law, and Steve Parry will undertake a four-day..

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Automotive manufacturer, BM Catalysts sees ROI from Phocas

2 MIN

August 18, 2017

Established in 1966, BM Catalysts is a £20 million, 200 employee manufacturer of aftermarket Catalytic..

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Phocas is a constant in a sea of change for B&R Enclosures

2 MIN

August 8, 2017

B&R Enclosures is a private family-owned Australian business with global ambitions.

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[eBook] How sales leaders can use data to sell more

2 MIN

July 25, 2017

For many sales leaders, the promising returns of big data have yet to materialize. The move towards a more..

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What would your business look like with business intelligence?

3 MIN

July 20, 2017

Companies that invest in business intelligence (BI) are able to identify and eliminate ineffective..

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Luceco finds financial and efficiency returns through Phocas Business Intelligence

3 MIN

July 11, 2017

Luceco became a data-driven sales organization that is building stronger,more loyal customer relationships..

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NetSuite customer, Baylis & Harding accelerates growth with Phocas business intelligence

3 MIN

July 7, 2017

Based in the UK, Baylis & Harding is a wholesale distributor that specializes in world-class toiletries and..

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Why investing in your data can help secure your business' future

2 MIN

July 5, 2017

To gain and maintain a competitive edge in today’s fast-paced economy, it has never been more crucial to make..

BI basics

The key to improved business performance in a new financial year

3 MIN

June 30, 2017

As we are about to enter a new financial year in some markets, it is an opportune time for businesses to..

BI basics

Why your data is the key to securing a competitive advantage

2 MIN

June 20, 2017

As more companies increase their investments in data analytics tools, they will quickly gain a competitive..

BI basics executive

[Battle card] The sales professional's business intelligence battle card

1 MIN

June 14, 2017

For sales leaders, the ability to communicate about the progress of your team in an informative way is..

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[Battle card] How to convince your CIO about the need for business intelligence

1 MIN

June 12, 2017

IT leaders tell us that they spend more time on reporting requests than they can afford. While they truly..

[Battle card] Executives may think they don’t need business intelligence – here’s why they do

2 MIN

June 9, 2017

As a busy CEO or executive, you may think you have all the data you need to make effective business..

executive

These technical skills can boost your career

2 MIN

June 6, 2017

Technology has become increasingly important in the workplace. It has rapidly changed and adapted to assist..

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[eBook]:10 metrics every MAM user must know and measure

2 MIN

June 5, 2017

If you’re in sales or you need to meet revenue targets, you may wish you knew how to find sales opportunities..

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Ring Automotive keeps business moving forward with Phocas business intelligence

2 MIN

May 29, 2017

Leading U.K. based supplier of vehicle lighting and auto electrical products deploys Phocas to improve access..

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Phocas Business Intelligence vs QlikView review

3 MIN

May 22, 2017

The BI Survey 16 is the world’s largest survey of business intelligence software users. In 2016, BARC..

BI basics reviews and recognition

Phocas to take automotive rebates solution to Automechanika Birmingham

1 MIN

May 17, 2017

Phocas will be an exhibitor at the Automechanika Birmingham trade fair at the NEC in Birmingham from June..

automotive events and trade shows

[VIDEO] Product Insights - Business Intelligence for NetSuite

1 MIN

May 17, 2017

With an easy to use business intelligence software solution, any NetSuite user can answer the following..

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Phocas Business Intelligence vs. Microsoft Power BI review

3 MIN

May 16, 2017

BARC Research’s annual business intelligence survey received reviews from 3,137 users of 37 BI tools. Based..

BI basics reviews and recognition

[VIDEO] On-demand webinar – Phocas for Pronto ERP and IBM Cognos BI users

1 MIN

May 14, 2017

Phocas has extensive experience with customers of Pronto ERP. There are more Phocas customers using Pronto..

on-demand videos and webinars IBM Cognos Pronto

Why you need data to make better business decisions

3 MIN

May 12, 2017

Many managers have become accustomed to relying on their gut instinct. In today's data-driven economy, gut..

BI basics executive

Looking for a Tableau alternative? How about Phocas business intelligence?

2 MIN

May 8, 2017

In the world's largest business intelligence user survey, BARC’s The BI Survey 16, more than 3,000..

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The 4 aspects of data you need to get an accurate view of your business

3 MIN

May 2, 2017

“The greatest value of a picture is when it forces us to notice what we never expected to see.”..

BI basics

[VIDEO] Phocas CRM and Business Intelligence – a powerful combination

1 MIN

May 1, 2017

Phocas business intelligence (BI) is typically used to analyze data from ERP systems and spreadsheets. What..

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SaaS vs On-premise BI: What are the benefits?

2 MIN

April 14, 2017

Software as a service (SaaS) is transforming business technology.

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Strategic sourcing made easy with business intelligence

3 MIN

April 6, 2017

Many purchasing and operations managers struggle with inadequate, inaccurate, or outdated data when making..

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Phocas BI vs IBM Cognos BI: How do they compare?

2 MIN

April 4, 2017

Every year, BARC Research produces the world’s largest review of business intelligence (BI) tools. In 2016,..

IBM Cognos reviews and recognition Pronto

How to build a better BI solution through a culture of learning

2 MIN

March 30, 2017

Partnering with our customers is how we develop practical features from the ground up that suit non-technical..

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Business Intelligence vs Business Analytics - What’s the Difference?

2 MIN

March 21, 2017

The terms Business Intelligence (BI) and Business Analytics (BA) appear to be interchangeable. So what does..

BI basics

Automotive Aftermarket Industry Embracing Data Analytics to Remain Competitive

2 MIN

March 6, 2017

Phocas business intelligence is helping auto companies around the world make data-related business decisions..

automotive

Are you looking for Phocus business intelligence software? Or Phocas?

1 MIN

March 6, 2017

Has anyone ever spelled your name incorrectly?

Sold the dream but delivered a nightmare? Questions IT Managers should ask before purchasing business intelligence

2 MIN

March 2, 2017

Have you ever bought something based on an advertisement, a marketing campaign or a guarantee from a..

How to improve the supply chain for health and medical businesses

3 MIN

February 24, 2017

Whether you work in medical consumables, dental supplies, optical, veterinary or pharmaceuticals, it's likely..

health and medical inventory and operations

BI vs ERP. Six reasons you should implement business intelligence first

3 MIN

February 22, 2017

For many IT professionals, the thought of changing or updating an ERP system is unbearable. Aside from the..

[eBook] Distribution Analytics Software - 6 ways wholesale distributors can compete and grow

1 MIN

February 3, 2017

Wholesale distributors face increased competitive pressures, intensified battles over shrinking margins and..

BI basics wholesale distribution

How can business intelligence better inform sales, marketing, finance and executives?

2 MIN

January 30, 2017

At the heart of BI is the ability to turn raw data into actionable insights. How can these insights be used..

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Why do users disengage from BI?

3 MIN

January 10, 2017

Several months ago, your company launched an enterprise-wide business intelligence initiative. This included..

executive

5 things to look for when choosing a business intelligence solution for your business

3 MIN

January 5, 2017

At the end of 2015, the BI market was in a state of unrest. “Big Data, cloud services, predictive analytics..

IT performance executive

The role of the executive in a data-driven organization

3 MIN

December 28, 2016

While business intelligence brings actionable data to managers and other relevant employees within the..

IT performance executive

Data – your greatest business asset

3 MIN

December 23, 2016

According to Gartner, 80 per cent of CEOs claim their data is an asset but only 10 per cent say that their..

IT performance executive

Business Intelligence Blog - Your Year in Review (2016)

1 MIN

December 19, 2016

In 2016, Phocas Software's Business Intelligence Blog soared to new heights. Thanks for joining us on the..

BI basics

[eBook] How to gain a competitive and strategic advantage through data and reporting

2 MIN

December 19, 2016

How long does it take you to prepare for your monthly board or management meetings?

IT performance executive

Phocas ranks #1 in 16 categories in world's largest BI software review (BARC The BI Survey 16)

2 MIN

December 4, 2016

Phocas comes out on top in many categories against Tableau, Qlik Sense, QlikView, Microsoft Power BI and IBM..

reviews and recognition

[White Paper] Eight keys to achieving Business Intelligence success in 2017

2 MIN

November 21, 2016

There has never been a time when data has played a more important role in how businesses strategize, market,..

IT performance executive

[eGuide] 7 benefits of business intelligence for HVAC and Plumbing

2 MIN

November 16, 2016

If you operate an HVAC or plumbing supply business, the ability to aggregate and analyze your business data..

plumbing and HVAC

Five ways to build a killer Sales team

2 MIN

November 15, 2016

An original idea or product may be the key to launching a business, but without an outstanding team gathering..

BI basics sales

How to combat information overload

3 MIN

November 2, 2016

How many emails do you get each day? How many newsfeeds do you read? And what about the number of..

performance executive

Opportunities for analytics in the automotive industry

3 MIN

October 27, 2016

Technology is changing the automotive industry at an astonishing pace.

automotive

Executives: How to improve your sleep and increase performance

2 MIN

October 23, 2016

Are you a busy, dedicated professional who has to juggle business demands with family life? Then chances are..

performance executive

[SlideShare] the Future of Business Intelligence

October 21, 2016

In parts one and two, we discussed business intelligence in the past and present. Today, in part three, we..

IT SlideShare

[eBook] Electrical industry - The benefits of business intelligence for electrical businesses

2 MIN

October 16, 2016

Electrical suppliers and distributors face intense competition, a battle for talent and an ongoing struggle..

electrical

[SlideShare] The history of business intelligence software - the present

October 13, 2016

In Part 1, we presented on the history of business intelligence in pictures. Today, in part two, we visually..

IT SlideShare

How to prepare for trade shows with business intelligence

2 MIN

October 11, 2016

Trade show season is upon us, and if you’re like our team at Phocas, you put a lot into your event..

BI basics events and trade shows

Behler-Young evaporates their ad hoc Infor A+ decision making with Phocas

2 MIN

October 10, 2016

Behler-Young celebrated its 90th year in business in 2016. The HVAC distributor is the largest in Michigan,..

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[SlideShare] The history of business intelligence software - as it was (the past)

October 5, 2016

Using data to make decisions has evolved since the 1800s when English social reformer and statistician,..

IT SlideShare

5 simple steps for Sales Managers to create the ultimate sales team

2 MIN

September 21, 2016

A productive sales team is the engine that drives a company’s performance and, ultimately, profit. Since sales

sales

Four ways your manufacturing business can win through data

2 MIN

September 20, 2016

Manufacturers generate and collect volumes of data every day. Drawing insight from large amounts of data can..

manufacturing Merlin

Phocas helps Dixie Plywood build solid insights from Infor ERP

5 MIN

September 15, 2016

Since 1944, privately owned and operated Dixie Plywood and Lumber Company has been the preferred wholesale..

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Big Data is meaningless . . . without analysis

1 MIN

September 14, 2016

The term 'Big Data' carries weight. Like the 'Internet of Things' it sounds lofty and important. But what is..

IT performance

How to improve employee satisfaction and achieve business success

2 MIN

September 13, 2016

An article recently posted on LinkedIn by CW EDC highlighted that a lack of training is hindering growth in..

performance executive

Business intelligence - the executive's Magic 8 Ball

2 MIN

September 9, 2016

In the 1950’s, Mattel developed a toy called the Magic 8 Ball. The idea was to ask the ball a “yes” or “no”..

executive

Tips to upskill in IT

3 MIN

September 7, 2016

Many have joked that the moment you buy an iPhone, an Android tablet or even the latest laptop, it is..

Is your organization drowning in data?

2 MIN

September 5, 2016

Advances in big data and analytics have allowed executives, sales managers, and IT professionals to collect..

BI basics

[VIDEO DEMO] Business Intelligence for NetSuite

1 MIN

September 2, 2016

In this video blog, we explore how Phocas business intelligence software enables Netsuite users to make data..

on-demand videos and webinars Netsuite

[webinar] Automotive business intelligence

1 MIN

August 16, 2016

In this on-demand webinar, we discuss how business intelligence software is assisting automotive businesses..

on-demand videos and webinars automotive

Data analytics success for Pronto ERP customers using Phocas

2 MIN

August 15, 2016

Many Pronto customers using Phocas are in the wholesale distribution sector and need to keep stock moving and..

case study wholesale distribution Pronto

Your window to growth - using BI in your next performance review

2 MIN

August 11, 2016

Performance reviews can result in feelings of fear as they may lead to a judgment that could affect your..

sales performance

[eBook] How sales managers can help their team increase sales

1 MIN

August 10, 2016

As a sales manager, your number one goal should be influencing and empowering your reps to achieve greater..

sales

[On-demand webinar] How business intelligence benefits the IT team

1 MIN

August 4, 2016

The digital world has created a data explosion. The International Data Corporation reports that the amount of..

BI basics on-demand videos and webinars IT

[On-demand webinar] 5 metrics every Sales Manager must know and measure

1 MIN

August 1, 2016

Sales are the key success factor for many businesses. Every sales focused organization is looking for ways to..

on-demand videos and webinars sales

Business intelligence - why, how, where and when?

3 MIN

July 26, 2016

Do these statements sound familiar? - “We have a lot of data, but no real information.” - “IT is a bottleneck..

BI basics performance

Can you gamify business analytics in your company?

1 MIN

July 25, 2016

The goal of gamification is to motivate employees to take actions that help you achieve your business goals...

performance

How the hunt in Pokémon Go is similar to an executive's hunt for data

2 MIN

July 20, 2016

Pokémon Go has taken the world by storm. Players around the world are hunting night and day to collect..

BI basics executive

Sales consultants: How to get buy-in from your sales manager for your ideas

2 MIN

July 19, 2016

Sales consultants are a company’s frontline pitchman. It is their responsibility to work with prospects and..

sales

Sales managers: use data to lead your team to victory

3 MIN

July 15, 2016

Professional football coaches are ferocious users of data. They repeatedly watch replays analyzing every..

sales performance

Executives: How to increase your personal productivity

2 MIN

July 11, 2016

One thing in life that you can never get back is time. That is why managing your time effectively is so..

executive

[eBook] The key metrics to measure in the automotive industry

2 MIN

July 7, 2016

Almost daily, there are headlines about the evolution of the automobile. From electric vehicles, virtual..

automotive performance

[eBook]: Microsoft Excel vs business intelligence: friend or foe?

2 MIN

July 7, 2016

Spreadsheets are great business tools. There, we said it. And we mean it. We value spreadsheets in our..

Microsoft Excel

[eBook]: Data analytics for Infor SX.e ERP

2 MIN

July 5, 2016

ERP systems are melting pots of business data. If you’re like many wholesalers and distributors, you have a..

Infor executive

Data analytics for health and medical

2 MIN

June 13, 2016

When it comes to embracing electronic and digital information, the healthcare industry may be second to none.

health and medical inventory and operations

The great lead debate: quality vs. quantity

3 MIN

June 3, 2016

In the consumer world, quantity is often king. But what about B2B sales?

sales marketing

Can business intelligence bring sales and marketing together?

2 MIN

May 5, 2016

Is it time to call a truce between sales and marketing?

sales performance marketing

Four ways customer reviews can benefit your business

2 MIN

April 13, 2016

In the digital, instantaneous world we live in, customers have a voice – a very, very loud one at that.

BI basics

CRM and Business Intelligence: From Data to Decisions

2 MIN

April 12, 2016

More than a year ago, we addressed the ongoing debate about whether Customer Relationship Management (CRM) or..

BI basics CRM marketing

Increasing Sales and Hitting Targets

2 MIN

March 18, 2016

There is a popular video that has made its way around the Internet that features a high-energy presenter..

sales

Riley Sales gets Self-Service Analysis with Phocas BI

2 MIN

March 7, 2016

Riley Sales has everything you need to heat and cool your home, business or office, stocking a complete line..

case study wholesale distribution plumbing and HVAC Infor

[White Paper] Why change ERP systems?

4 MIN

March 1, 2016

Your ERP system holds the gold behind faster, smarter business decisions. And the flexibility, efficiency..

IT performance

SpanSet scales new heights with Phocas

2 MIN

February 18, 2016

International group SpanSet is the name behind the most advanced lifting, lashing and personal safety..

case study manufacturing building and industrial supplies Sage

Business Intelligence Software for SAP Business One (B1) ERP

2 MIN

February 18, 2016

SAP Business One (B1) is an excellent ERP solution for many businesses. According to Top 10 ERP, SAP B1..

SAP Business One

Business Intelligence Software for Pronto ERP

2 MIN

February 17, 2016

Pronto is a successful Australian built ERP system which is used by over 1,000 companies. Phocas is also an..

Pronto

How to Succeed with Business Intelligence

2 MIN

February 11, 2016

Earlier this week, I discussed why business intelligence (BI) projects fail. Now let’s look at how to succeed..

Phocas offers valuable analysis and insight into sales performance at Deb

2 MIN

February 1, 2016

Deb Group is a major manufacturer of skin care products for all types of workplace and public environments,..

case study manufacturing janitorial Sage

ALSPEC Uses Phocas to Ignite Their Dynamics AX ERP Data

2 MIN

January 20, 2016

Established in 1974, ALSPEC are the market leaders in the design and distribution of innovative aluminium..

case study Microsoft Dynamics AX wholesale distribution building and industrial supplies

Top 5 analysis trends for the new year

3 MIN

January 8, 2016

Running a trends analysis to evaluate your business is easier than you thought with business intelligence..

IT trends

Data Directions

2 MIN

December 30, 2015

“Big data”, “structured data”, “unstructured data”, “governed data”. If you’re wondering where your business..

Phocas simplicity brings Zeller faster and smarter decision making

2 MIN

December 17, 2015

Zeller Corporation in the US has been providing engineering solutions to global customers for half a century...

case study wholesale distribution IT electrical Microsoft Dynamics GP

Phocas delivers for Automotive Afterparts Business

2 MIN

December 9, 2015

There’s no rest for 38-year-old CoolDrive Distribution, a supplier of parts and accessories to the automotive..

case study IBM Cognos wholesale distribution automotive Pronto

We're 'Back on Broadway'

1 MIN

November 26, 2015

Thanks to our customers, we're excited to announce that we are ranked top in eight categories and a leader..

reviews and recognition

Phocas sets the standard with Hella Australia

2 MIN

November 19, 2015

Hella ranks as one of the 100 largest German industrial companies. For such a large global corporation,..

case study manufacturing SAP automotive

The History of Business Intelligence (the Future)

3 MIN

November 11, 2015

In parts one and two, we explored the past and present of business intelligence. Today in part three, we..

BI basics

The History of Business Intelligence (the Present)

4 MIN

November 10, 2015

In this three part series, we discuss the Past, Present and Future of Business Intelligence. In part one, we..

BI basics

The History of Business Intelligence (the Past)

2 MIN

November 6, 2015

In this three part series, we discuss the history of business intelligence. Today, we explore how business..

BI basics

What are the Business Benefits of Business Intelligence Software?

2 MIN

November 4, 2015

The amount of data being produced is doubling every two years. So what are the implications for business?

BI basics

Phocas CEO’s prized IT memorabilia uncovered

2 MIN

October 29, 2015

In this blog, Phocas CEO Phil Dodds reveals his favourite IT memorabilia which is enshrined in glass at R&D..

Phocas Brings Cross Department Benefits to the Medical Sector

4 MIN

October 26, 2015

Whether you are operating in medical consumables, dental supply, veterinary or the pharmaceutical sector,..

health and medical

Phocas and Pronto ERP: the winning combination for CoolDrive

2 MIN

October 16, 2015

CoolDrive Distribution has 60,000 products, 20 warehouses, 40 sales reps and customers flung wide. Its former..

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Dashboards bring 'proper' BI to Eurocats

3 MIN

September 25, 2015

European Exhaust and Catalyst (Eurocats) are the UK's largest manufacturer of type approved aftermarket..

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Self-Service Business Intelligence: What Does It Mean?

2 MIN

August 13, 2015

Organizations are redefining business intelligence (BI) based on how it improves and aligns with their model..

BI basics

How Visual Data Discovery Can Make Better Managers

2 MIN

August 12, 2015

For a manager, constantly making the right decision is almost impossible. Despite this, the ability of..

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Phocas Helps Manufacturer MA Ford Deliver Cutting Edge Quality & Service

2 MIN

July 9, 2015

“What’s particularly useful is the ability to create ad hoc reports and drill down easily into the data…”,..

case study manufacturing global shop building and industrial supplies

Mobile BI – Satisfying Even The Hungriest Data Driven Professional

2 MIN

July 6, 2015

To me, mobile business intelligence (Mobile BI) is just like getting broadband for the first time or taking..

BI basics

How Can Business Intelligence Help Hospitals?

2 MIN

July 3, 2015

We’ve all been there at some point in our life. It may have been after a night out or even after a silly..

health and medical

Phocas Gives Heritage Brands a Clear View of their Business

2 MIN

June 10, 2015

"Without Phocas, we would not have achieved what we have over the last few months in terms of restructuring..

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Phocas Software and Monkey Software Form Strategic Partnership

2 MIN

May 12, 2015

Monkey Software announces strategic partnership with Phocas Software to deliver the industry’s first business..

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Business Intelligence Software for Microsoft Dynamics NAV ERP

2 MIN

May 11, 2015

In previous blogs, we’ve discussed how Phocas business intelligence software provides benefits to users of..

Microsoft Dynamics NAV

Self-Service BI: Empowering managers to make better decisions

3 MIN

May 5, 2015

In recent times, technological developments in the area of Business Intelligence have brought about simpler,..

BI basics performance executive

NetSuite Focuses on a ‘Sweet’ App Called Phocas.

2 MIN

May 4, 2015

Netsuite

Phocas Software Invited To Attend CeBIT Australia 2015

2 MIN

April 29, 2015

We’ve been invited by the New South Wales Government Department of Trade & Investment to participate on their..

events and trade shows

Big ROI Gains for Giftware Company, Splosh Australia

3 MIN

March 24, 2015

Starting in the garage of their suburban Brisbane (Australia) home back in the 1990’s, Splosh now operates..

case study wholesale distribution MYOB Microsoft Excel consumer goods

Upsell, Don’t Push Sell: Essentials for Successful Upselling

2 MIN

March 23, 2015

In an era where customers are more difficult to acquire and sales are harder to make, sales strategies that..

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Business Intelligence Software for Microsoft Dynamics AX ERP

2 MIN

March 11, 2015

In a recent blog, we looked at how Phocas Software’s business intelligence solution provides benefits to..

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Mid-Island Electrical Increases Business Productivity with Phocas

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March 2, 2015

Mid-Island Electrical Supply is the principal industrial electrical distributor in New York City, the Hudson..

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Tradeware Leverages their Sage Accpac Data with Phocas BI

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February 23, 2015

Tradeware Group is the trusted leader in providing the best brands, service and value in hardware..

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On-demand Webinars (Scorecards, Executive Dashboards, Pronto)

February 13, 2015

Phocas Software, the leader in successful business intelligence has a series of webinars now available..

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Phocas Bats for Breast Cancer

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January 19, 2015

In support of the McGrath Foundation, Phocas Software is excited to announce that it will be participating..

Phocas, The Crown In The Sapphire Group’s Data

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January 14, 2015

Established in 2006, the Sapphire Group has quickly become the market leader in scented candles, fragrance..

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[VIDEO] Ardex Unlocks Their MS Dynamics CRM and SAP ERP Data

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January 9, 2015

"Understanding customer needs is core to what we do. That's the essence of our existence. Unless we are..

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Phocas, the 'True-Solution' for Easier Access for Pronto ERP Data

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January 8, 2015

In today’s business environment with changes happening very quickly, day-to-day and strategic decisions have..

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Don't Bother Me - Get it Yourself!

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January 6, 2015

Recently, I have been engaging new customers and talking to them about the before and after scenario of the..

Charting a Course to the Cloud - Cloud BI That Is!

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January 6, 2015

It’s a no brainer, right? Why would any business go on investing an arm and a leg developing on-premise..

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Season's Greetings from Phocas

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December 25, 2014

It's been an eventful year for us at Phocas. We've covered many of our biggest moments in this blog.

Phocas: Adaptable and Fit For Purpose BI Software!

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December 24, 2014

Take a quick peek at the two cartoons below - do these scenarios look familiar? It’s all too easy for us in..

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Phocas Software Powers The Data of Wholesaler ICCONS (SAP Business One ERP)

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December 18, 2014

ICCONS is an exciting new Australasian wholesaler dedicated to providing an extensive range of construction..

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[VIDEO] Mobile Business Intelligence - Webinar

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December 2, 2014

Thanks to all of you who attended our November webinar: The Past, The Present & The Phuture of Business..

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Mo, Mo, Mo! Wait a minute. It's not Christmas - it's Movember!

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November 28, 2014

It felt like a good idea at the time - four Phocas Software staff members agreed to take the challenge of..

Phocas Gives Russell The Winning Edge (Microsoft Dynamics AX ERP)

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November 24, 2014

Sporting goods and apparel manufacturer/distributor, Russell Corporation manages three of Australia’s leading..

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Gateway Supply uses Business Intelligence Software to Deliver Business Insight

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November 20, 2014

Phocas allows us to zero in on what might be causing a problem and gives us the ability to look deeper into..

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The Great Unknown - ERPs and Business Intelligence Software

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November 13, 2014

Remember the early 90s? That’s about when ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning software) hit the scene. We were..

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I'M NOT SHOUTING - IT'S JUST INTERNATIONAL CAPS LOCK DAY!

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October 21, 2014

CAPS LOCK – it’s hard to believe that the little guy that sits to the left of the A key is famous. So famous..

Preserving Your Legacy

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October 2, 2014

Do you ever find yourself in preservation mode? You know, that place where you’re laser focused on keeping..

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Aaron & Company Discover Large Returns on a Small Investment

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September 22, 2014

Aaron & Company is a leading plumbing-heating-cooling supply wholesaler in New Jersey and Eastern..

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Business Intelligence and Epicor Eclipse ERP

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September 17, 2014

We frequently hear that it is a daunting task to make sense of the huge wealth of data that has been captured..

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Phocas BI Software Compliments SAP ERP

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September 11, 2014

Phocas compliments SAP ERP by uncovering the gold lying hidden in your data

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Phocas Puts Data Discovery in the Spotlight at ALP Lighting

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September 10, 2014

ALP Lighting manufactures and distributes Lighting Components to OEM Lighting fixture manufacturers across..

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Healthy Results for Ambu with Phocas BI Software

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September 4, 2014

Ambu develops, produces and markets diagnostic and life-supporting equipment and solutions to hospitals and..

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Phocas Software Putting the Spark in United Electric’s Data

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August 21, 2014

If you’re in the electrical industry and you’re not using Phocas Software, there are many new and exciting..

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