Field Services

We are independent consultants providing expertise in Distribution ERP Software Selection, best practice and business process improvement for the field services industry.

Not all ERP systems are created equal. There is a big variance in functionality for a specific industry and for the size of company. Small companies don’t need the complexity required for larger companies. There is also a big difference in the ERP vendors which can be:

  • Vendors with solutions for multiple industries. These systems are more complicated to setup because of all the industries they support.
  • Vendors that offer a solution for a specific industry.
  • Vendors that offer an extension developed by a 3rd party for a specific industry.

Our objective on this page is to provide you with some guidance in terms of unique Field Services  requirements, functionality of applicable ERP systems for Field Services and Field Services ERP implementers with the hope you might want to speak with us to learn more.

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Unique Field Services requirements include

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– Automated back order fulfillment
– Integrated bar coded data collection
– Freight management
– Optimized picking methodologies
– Directed picking and putaway
– Consolidate requisitions on a purchase order
– RMA Tracking
– Scheduling
– Cross docking

ERP Systems for Field Services

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  IFS NetSuite
Product Information    
System IFS NetSuite
Vendor IFS NetSuite
Description IFS develops and delivers cloud enterprise software for companies around the world who manufacture and distribute goods, build and maintain assets, and manage service-focused operations. Within a single platform, industry specific products are innately connected to a single data model and use embedded digital innovation so that customers can be their best when it really matters to their customers - at the Moment of Service. NetSuite ERP is an all-in-one, AI-powered, cloud business management solution that helps organizations operate more effectively by automating core processes and providing real-time visibility into operational and financial performance. With a single, integrated suite of applications for managing accounting, order processing, inventory management, production, supply chain and warehouse operations, NetSuite ERP gives companies clear visibility into their data and tighter control over their businesses.
  • Full-featured financials, CRM, inventory, project management and ecommerce software--all in a single system
  • Real-time visibility across your entire business operation
  • On-demand software infrastructure dramatically lowers maintenance and license fees
  • Real-time dashboards for all your key employees
  • NetSuite can be accessed anywhere, anytime to the information you need.
Netsuite ERP review on benefits:
  • Automate Financial Processes. Improve financial operations, efficiency and productivity.
  • Gain Inventory Visibility. Monitor inventory levels, minimize carrying costs and deliver orders on time.
  • Supply Chain Optimization. Control the flow of goods across the value chain, from suppliers to customer.
  • Flawless Order Management. Error-proof your order management and procurement.
  • Increase Warehouse Efficiency. Optimize the putaway process and reduce picking errors.
Website https://www.ifs.com/ https://www.netsuite.com/
Primary Tier 2 2
Industries    
Apparel No Yes
Construction Yes No
Field Services Yes Yes
Financial Services No Yes
Food & Beverage No Yes
Hospitality No Yes
Manufacturing Yes Yes
Nonprofit No No
Professional Services No Yes
Retail & ECommerce No Certified
Transportation & Logistics No Yes
Wholesale Distribution Yes Certified
Applications    
Accounting (General Ledger, Financial Reporting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Budgeting and Cash Management) Yes Yes
Asset Management Yes Yes
CPQ (Configure Price Quote) Yes No
CRM Yes Yes
Distribution (Order Processing, Purchasing and Inventory) Yes Yes
E-commerce Yes No
Field Services - Dispatching & Scheduling Yes No
Field Services - Mobile Field Management Yes Yes
Human Resource Management No Yes
Manufacturing - Quality Control No No
Manufacturing - Scheduling Yes Yes
Manufacturing - Shop Floor Control No Yes
MRP Yes No
Payroll Yes No
Point of Sale No No
Product Lifecycle Management Yes No
Professional Services - Scheduling No No
Professional Services - Timesheets No No
Professional Services – WIP Management No No
Project Management No No
Transportation Management No No
Warehouse Management No No
Developer Information    
Number of customers - all products
Number of customers - this product
Technology    
% of application that is web based (just need a browser on workstation)
On premise, cloud or hybrid On Premise On Premise
Private or Public Cloud Private Private
Tenant Architecture Multi-Tenant Multi-Tenant
Generic Requirements    
Customization/Configuration    
Without changing source code In Current Release In Current Release
User-defined fields
  • Can define values/dropdowns for fields
  • Used in report selection and ordering
  • Used in workflow
In Current Release In Current Release
User defined screens
  • Change fields to required, optional or invisible for standard and user-defined field
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Multiple Companies    
Share inventory across companies In Current Release In Current Release
Share customers and suppliers across companies In Current Release In Current Release
Automate balancing of transactions across legal entities In Current Release In Current Release
PO of 1 company automatically generates the sales order in another company In Current Release In Current Release
Multiple Currencies    
Maintain source and home currency amount for each transaction In Current Release In Current Release
Date effective currency exchange rates In Current Release In Current Release
Work Flow    
Can apply an approval process to any transaction such as a journal entry or any master file such as a supplier or inventory item In Current Release In Current Release
Can generate alerts/escalation if something expected is late or reminders In Current Release In Current Release
Configurable approvals or alerts without needing programming In Current Release In Current Release
Mobility    
Optimized for Android and iPhone In Current Release In Current Release
Offline mode and synch when internet connected In Current Release In Current Release
Sales tax compliance    
Canadian sales tax compliance In Current Release In Current Release
US sales tax compliance In Current Release In Current Release
Reporting/Business Intelligence    
Reporting    
Industry standard reporting tool and can change existing reports or add new ones In Current Release In Current Release
Ad-hoc reporting (don’t need a programmer) with filtering, sorting and summarizing options In Current Release In Current Release
Dashboards    
Based on real time updates from all transactions In Current Release In Current Release
Role specific In Current Release In Current Release
Configurable dashboards - don't need to be a programmer to create or change dashboard In Current Release In Current Release
Analytics    
Drag and drop dimensions In Current Release In Current Release
Visualization/graphic representation of data In Current Release In Current Release

Implementers of ERP System for Field Services

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180 Systems-Field Services

Why You Should Hire 180 Systems as Your ERP Consultant

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1. Independence

We are independent ERP consultants and do not accept any compensation from vendors or implementers.

2. Requirements Analysis

Our analysis is mostly based on business process reviews rather than generic requirements checklists.

3. Strategic alignment

We have extensive experience in system selection and implementation across a wide variety of industries with many references for each industry.

4. Field Services Experience

We have extensive experience in selection and implementation of ERP systems for Field Services.

5. Methodology

We have a documented best practice methodology with numerous proven templates to manage selections and implementations.

6. Efficient

We don’t waste anyone’s time. For example, vendors are asked to only respond to critical requirements in an RFP with the goal of 20% of requirements deemed critical.

7. Cost

Our fees are low because we have little overhead, and don’t exceed a maximum unless there is a change in scope and it has been approved.

8. Trusted Advisors

Our clients know that we will always act with integrity and honesty.

Testimonial

From clients we’ve helped with Field Services ERP System Selection

We had a really good experience in the selection process and was impressed with the methodology and their experience. 180 Systems provided an objective view to compare software solutions.  Michael was really good, no nonsense, he pushed people that had to be pushed, asked the right questions. On the implementation side, Alex was especially good, well-spoken and well-prepared, and he was highly regarded by our management team.  He did a good job of managing prioritizing tasks, and keeping us on track when necessary.
Michael Costello, CFORamudden
We really liked working with 180 Systems.  Alex was very thorough, stayed on top of things and was always responsive.  Alex is very personable, and is always available when we need him.
Eileen Grabell, ControllerSid Grabell Contracting
Michael was good, very thorough. He assessed problems with a botched implementation of a system, and put together a benchmark for rating requirements for a new system. He advised us on our legal rights related to the problems with the original implementation, and assisted us with gathering information and ranking the various vendors. He was able to filter the ‘smoke and mirrors' that the vendors presented.
Bruce Morrison, C.A., Executive Vice President & Chief Financial OfficerStronco
180 Systems is very professional, very competent, and we have nothing but great things to say. In fact if anything, I remember Michael suggesting using Pat for implementation support during the system selection phase. We eventually did follow his recommendation, and perhaps should have listened to Michael a little more from the early days. We were doing our own implementation, then we encountered methodology problems, and we felt we were losing it a little. Michael reminded me that Pat was available, so Pat came on board to do a health check, interview team members, provide documentation, and give executives a list of gaps and recommendations. At that point we convinced Pat to stay with us and continue to be engaged, "owning" the project on a part time basis. With her assistance and leadership we've been able to get back on track, largely thanks to Pat.
Celso Mello, Chief Information OfficerReliance Home Comfort

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