Enterprise Resource Planning

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/.