Sage (UK) Limited: Business software and services

ERP stands for Enterprise Resource Planning. It's a way of integrating all your business data and processes into one single system. Usually ERP systems will be made up of various elements of hardware and software, but will use one central database to store information.

An ideal ERP system is built around a central database that supplies information to different software modules, depending on what you business needs. These software modules can include:

• Manufacturing: Engineering, capacity, workflow management, quality control, bills of material, manufacturing process
• Financials: Accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, general ledger and cash management
• Human Resources: Benefits, training, payroll, time and attendance
• Supply Chain Management: Inventory, supply chain planning, supplier scheduling, claim processing, order entry, purchasing
• Projects: costing, billing, activity management, time and expense
• Customer Relationship Management: Sales and marketing, service, commissions, customer contact, call center support
• Data Warehouse: This is usually a module that gives your customers, suppliers and employees access to some of your information, for example stock levels or product range.

• When selecting an ERP solution you need to think about:
  The size of your business
  How many employees do you have?
  How many will use the system?
• Where you do business - are you UK based, or global?
  Do you already use a CRM system or database?
  Is the ERP compatible with these systems?
  Will it grow with your business?
• What kind of support is available?
• How much does it cost?
• How long does it take to get it up and running?

You need to weigh up all these factors before shortlisting a potential solution, some may be more important for your business than others, so consider your research carefully. Take time to consult with specialists and work with trainers to identify ways to improve staff knowledge before the project goes live.

Sage ERP X3 integrates all of your company’s information and business processes within a single software system and database. It supports all your accounting, purchasing, sales, inventory, customer relationship, and manufacturing operations in one global environment.

Sage ERP X3 has been specifically designed for mid-market businesses. It combines all the advantages of large scale ERP tools while maintaining simplicity, flexibility, and scalability.

• Simple to use
• Rapid to deploy
• Cost effective
• 40 countries and 150,000 users worldwide

Download

• Sage ERP X3 brochure