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Dr. Livermore explains how advantageous ERP is when it is used to integrate technologies in large businesses, along with their associate businesses.

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Dr. Livermore also pointed out that for many large businesses, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) computer applications make it possible to integrate multiple technologies. This is especially important for information sharing and processes across various departments to communicate in real time. Implementing an ERP system is extremely expensive, but for companies that can afford it, there are many benefits. Additionally, if businesses can convert their vendors, partners, and/or suppliers to use the same ERP system, they will gain even more advantageous economies of scale at every step in the supply chain process. This is because between these companies' interactions, the system allows for seamless file sharing, communication, and efficient inventory and resource management. Furthermore, companies are able to use their resources more efficiently when their processes flow continuously without pauses.

There is a shortage of "Enterprise Architects" in Michigan. These Information Technology professionals integrate multiple technologies for firms.

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Filed under: Best Practice Dynamics | Conlin Consulting | Cygnus Systems, Inc. | Enterprise Architecture | General Motors | Information Technology | Jeffrey Livermore | Meta Integration | Organizations

Dr. Livermore also pointed out that “enterprise architects” are “especially popular” careers in Michigan, and many companies are finding that there are not enough of them.  Since computer technology is used in every single activity most companies are involved in, there is a significant demand for IT professionals who can “integrate” all these technologies to enable a smooth flow of information. Furthermore, since more and more companies are working together, their information systems need to be compatible to share information through computers and other devices.

For instance, General Motors is a great example of how to integrate technologies within the company and with its suppliers. In order to reach maximum efficiency, there needs to be a smooth and quick flow of information and processes throughout the supply chain.  So when a customer makes a purchase, the system is automatically updated to reflect this in inventory, and when a certain level of inventory is reached, once again, the system automatically orders more needed products all without human interference. In order to do this, it takes the integration and compatibility of a customized information system and technologies. 

There are many other companies that offer enterprise architecture services:

Meta Integration

Best Practice Dynamics

Conlin Consulting

Cygnus Systems, Inc.
 

There are many jobs available in Michigan, even though there have been cutbacks in the auto-industry. Job seekers may have to shift their focus to information technology, since there many open positions in Michigan in some areas in this field.

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Recently I had the privilege of interviewing Dr. Livermore, a professor who teaches information technology courses at Walsh College. He enlightened me about the job market in Michigan for Information Technology (IT) professionals. And surprisingly enough, I learned through our conversation that there is a shortage of Computer Information Systems (CIS) professionals here in Michigan. Yeah, I think I know what you are thinking; "haven't we lost a lot of computer jobs through outsourcing them overseas?"

Yes we have, but as Dr. Livermore pointed out there are some computer jobs that can be easily outsourced to other countries, such as computer programming and data entry. However, many computer related careers are safe right here at home since they require the IT professional to be on site. For instance, especially in computer networking where a group of computers have to be physically connected through wires or wireless connections, as well as all the necessary programs installed on them, need to be done in person. Additionally, many times computer networking includes security, so the IT professional would have to install anti-virus programs, firewalls, anti-spyware, and the updates that go along wtih these, along with running regular backups, maintaining the system, etc., so the IT professional would need to be on-site, or readily accessible nearby.

In the next part of this series, I will reveal the most sought after IT field. Companies who seek out these specific IT professionals will definitely have the competitive advantage.