Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

ERP stands for Enterprise Resource Planning and ERP systems are a way to integrate information from all your key business functions and processes into one single system.

Today's ERP systems can cover a wide range of functions and integrate them into one unified database, automating core business functions including production, accounting, distribution, supply chain and human resources.

A well-implemented and appropriate ERP system can create significant efficiencies across your business, resulting in timely business information, better customer relationships, a more cost-effective supply chain, improved internal process and ultimately, increased profitability. 

MANAGING YOUR BUSINESS WITH ERP

Think of the different systems across your business, manual or automated.  When a customer places an order, how often is this entered into various systems in different departments; from finance to distribution to sales and marketing?  Not only is this time consuming, but it also creates the opportunity for errors. 

Can your finance department quickly query the system in the warehouse to find out if the order has been despatched and whether to raise an invoice?  Can your marketing department rapidly identify those customers who have recently ordered specific product lines in order to better target direct marketing activities? Can your warehouse manager easily manage stock levels based on true customer demand?

With an ERP system, the customer order information is entered once and then available throughout the business. Every department is better placed to carry out its task and you have clear and more timely information on which to base critical business decisions.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT ERP SYSTEM

Choosing the right ERP system for your business needs is vital. The Microsoft Dynamics® range of ERP software Microsoft Dynamics® NAV and Microsoft Dynamics® AX have been designed to deliver a fully-integrated suite of modules across all key business functions. 

Give us a call to talk to our ERP consultants and find out more about Microsoft Dynamics integration for your business.