Tips for Purchasing New Operations Management Software

摘要

In the world of agriculture-specific software development, three key trends have driven innovation: the rapid speed oftechnological advancement; the consolidation of private elevators into multi-division, multilocation conglomerates; and the volatility of commodity markets. Much of today's operations management software has been tailored to utilize automated data collection and basic bookkeeping to allow agribusiness to promptly address its risk exposure. Instant access to real-time financials, inventory reports and market information has become a vital function in modern day grain and feed mill operations. "The fasteryou can get at the information, the better you can manage your company," explains Oakland Corporation's vice president Chuck Carlson. "Without close observation, grain companies can quickly lose a lot of money — monthly reports won't cut it." A solid software system allows agribusinesses to immediately address pricing problems or inventory issues before it's too late.