Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is an enterprise-wide software solution that integrates and automates business functions of an organization. This real-time information integration across the organization’s functional areas increases operational efficiencies and helps managers to arrive at better decisions—making the organization more competitive. Today having an ERP system is not a luxury, but a necessity. A robust ERP system along with a fully trained workforce is a must for an organization’s survival. This book covers in a nutshell:
ERP basics, myths, risks, benefits and related technologies
ERP marketplace and market dynamics
ERP functional modules
ERP implementation
ERP operation and maintenance
Present and future of ERP
Case studies, resources and glossary
Written for managers and students, this book contains a host of pedagogical features to make learning more effective. A learning guide for students and teaching aids for instructors are available at http://highered.mcgraw-hill.com/sites/0070656800/ and also on the author's site at http://www.leon-leon.com/it/erpse/.