What Manufacturing Business Leaders Need to Know about AI

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is fast becoming a critical component of business operations for manufacturers. As AI becomes more established, manufacturing executives need to keep pace by understanding its implications and potential benefits.

At Epicor, we’re developing more than just a chatbot. Epicor Prism is a network of vertical AI agents that utilize the power of large language model (LLM) services. Prism is already available in Epicor Kinetic, our global cloud ERP for manufacturers, and our long-term vision is for Epicor Prism to serve as the user interface for LLM-enabled processes across all Epicor ERP platform.

Access our eBook to get a clear understanding of how you can apply AI to improve your manufacturing business.

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5 Tips for a Successful ERP Implementation

Implementing a single enterprise resource planning (ERP) system can enable manufacturers to:

  • Access information easily.
  • Automate common tasks.
  • Scale business processes.

Download this white paper to learn 5 key strategies for helping ensure a smooth ERP implementation.

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Cloud ERP: Transforming Business Operations in 2025

According to the “IDC MarketScape Worldwide Saas and Cloud-Enabled Operational ERP Applications 2024-2025 Vendor Assessment” report, 43% of manufacturers plan to adopt new ERP solutions within two years—with many prioritizing generative AI. Businesses are shifting to AI-powered cloud ERP to improve compliance, security, and agility. Key drivers include regulatory changes, data center modernization, and the move from capital to operational expenditure models.

In the report, you’ll learn about strengths, weaknesses and challenges of modern ERP systems, including:

  • Strengths: Scalability, real-time analytics, and AI automation boost efficiency and cost savings.
  • Weaknesses: Integration challenges, high implementation costs, and customization limitations hinder adoption.
  • Challenges: Meeting AI automation demands, enhancing cybersecurity, and improving user experience while maintaining reliability.

Get the report to see how AI-driven ERP systems re automate workflows, enhance decision-making, and give manufacturers a competitive advantage.

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One Login to Rule Them All: Social vs SSO

In today's digital landscape, businesses struggle to balance security and user experience at the login step. Choosing between social login and single sign-on (SSO) doesn't have to be an either/or decision - understanding their strengths helps you implement the right mix for your business needs.

What You'll Learn:

  • Authentication Options Compared: The key differences between social login and SSO solutions
  • Strategic Implementation: How to match authentication methods to your specific business goals
  • Security Considerations: Protection measures that don't sacrifice user experience
  • Integration Approaches: When to use each method and how they can work together
  • Business Impact: How the right login strategy drives revenue while cutting costs

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Website Authentication: Beyond Passwords

Traditional password protection is failing modern businesses. With 80% of data breaches stemming from compromised passwords and costs averaging $7.35 million per breach, businesses need stronger authentication methods that balance security with user experience - without requiring users to create, remember, and manage complex passwords across multiple platforms.

What You'll Learn:

  • Modern Security Approaches: How public key cryptography eliminates password storage risks
  • Defense Against Threats: Protection from phishing, brute force attacks, and data breaches
  • User Experience Benefits: Simplified logins that boost engagement and conversion rates
  • Implementation Options: From basic HTTP to token-based and passwordless systems
  • Business Advantages: Increased security that drives growth rather than hindering it
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    Corporate Account Takeover: Protecting Your Business From Digital Identity Theft

    In today's digital landscape, corporate account takeover (CATO) attacks can devastate businesses in seconds. This guide exposes the mechanics behind these threats and provides practical defense strategies that protect your company's digital identity without sacrificing growth.

    What You'll Learn:

    • Attack Patterns: How cybercriminals target banking, e-commerce, and social platforms
    • Threat Detection: Simple ways to spot warning signs before breaches occur
    • Defense Tactics: Practical security measures that protect without complexity
    • Business Benefits: How strong identity protection drives revenue while cutting costs

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    Consumer Digital Identity Trends Report 2024

    Get data-backed insights on what's actually working in digital identity right now. Our report analyzes behavior from over 500 global brands and 1.17 billion consumer identities to show you exactly how users interact with login systems and what drives them to return.

    What You'll Learn:

    • Hard numbers on authentication methods - Discover which login approach delivers a 42% return rate (more than double some alternatives)
    • Clear age-based patterns - See how preferences shift dramatically across generations (78% of users over 50 prefer standard login while 55% of 18-25 year-olds choose social login)
    • Passwordless login adoption - Track the rapid growth in this space, especially among younger users
    • Performance benchmarks - Compare your system's speed and reliability against our industry standards
    • Real-world security practices - Learn what token expiration time frames most businesses actually use (57% set for 30-60 minutes)

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    Directors’ Guide to Improving Security Performance

    Modern WAFs can act as performance multipliers, enabling your entire organization to create more, faster. These advanced solutions not only enhance security but also streamline workflows, reduce false positives, and integrate seamlessly with existing development tools. By adopting a modern WAF, you can empower your teams to innovate without compromising on security, ultimately driving better business outcomes and maintaining a competitive edge.

    Five performance multipliers of a modern WAF:

    • Efficacy
    • Flexibility
    • Data enrichment
    • Observability
    • Developer productivity

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    Directors’ Guide to Improving Security Performance

    Modern WAFs can act as performance multipliers, enabling your entire organization to create more, faster. These advanced solutions not only enhance security but also streamline workflows, reduce false positives, and integrate seamlessly with existing development tools. By adopting a modern WAF, you can empower your teams to innovate without compromising on security, ultimately driving better business outcomes and maintaining a competitive edge.

    Five performance multipliers of a modern WAF:

    • Efficacy
    • Flexibility
    • Data enrichment
    • Observability
    • Developer productivity

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    Directors’ Guide to Improving Security Performance

    Modern WAFs can act as performance multipliers, enabling your entire organization to create more, faster. These advanced solutions not only enhance security but also streamline workflows, reduce false positives, and integrate seamlessly with existing development tools. By adopting a modern WAF, you can empower your teams to innovate without compromising on security, ultimately driving better business outcomes and maintaining a competitive edge.

    Five performance multipliers of a modern WAF:

    • Efficacy
    • Flexibility
    • Data enrichment
    • Observability
    • Developer productivity

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    Directors’ Guide to Improving Security Performance

    Modern WAFs can act as performance multipliers, enabling your entire organization to create more, faster. These advanced solutions not only enhance security but also streamline workflows, reduce false positives, and integrate seamlessly with existing development tools. By adopting a modern WAF, you can empower your teams to innovate without compromising on security, ultimately driving better business outcomes and maintaining a competitive edge.

    Five performance multipliers of a modern WAF:

    • Efficacy
    • Flexibility
    • Data enrichment
    • Observability
    • Developer productivity

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    ERP Vs Spreadsheets: Escape the Spreadsheet Jungle

    Struggling with spreadsheets? As businesses grow, managing operations with spreadsheets leads to inefficiencies, errors, and security risks. ERP vs. Spreadsheets explores the limitations of traditional spreadsheet-based management and highlights how Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems offer a scalable, automated, and integrated solution. Learn how ERP can streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and support long-term growth. Download now to discover why making the switch is the smart choice for your business!

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    ERP Vs Spreadsheets: Escape the Spreadsheet Jungle

    Struggling with spreadsheets? As businesses grow, managing operations with spreadsheets leads to inefficiencies, errors, and security risks. ERP vs. Spreadsheets explores the limitations of traditional spreadsheet-based management and highlights how Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems offer a scalable, automated, and integrated solution. Learn how ERP can streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and support long-term growth. Download now to discover why making the switch is the smart choice for your business!

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    PrizmDoc: Automating Document Processing with AI for Your ECM

    PrizmDoc uses advanced AI to conquer the challenges of managing massive documents in your Enterprise Content Management (ECM) system. Our AI eliminates manual work in tagging, sorting, and reviewing documents, saving you time and money while ensuring accuracy. Let PrizmDoc streamline your ECM experience!

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    How AI is Transforming Enterprise Content Management

    As organizations face increasing volumes of data, traditional Enterprise Content Management (ECM) systems struggle with manual content management and document processing, leading to inefficiencies. The ECM market is evolving, with advanced AI technologies like Natural Language Processing (NLP) and machine learning (ML) transforming the way businesses manage, process, and secure their content. This eGuide explores how AI is revolutionizing ECM by automating routine tasks like classification, tagging, and summarization, enhancing productivity, and enabling better decision-making. Discover how ISVs can leverage PrizmDoc’s AI-powered features, such as Auto Summarization, Auto Tagging, Document Q&A, and PII Redaction, to deliver more efficient and secure document management solutions that scale with growing data demands.

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