What are the advantages and disadvantages of ERP?

Answer 1

Advantages of ERP :

ü A totally integrated system.

ü The ability to streamline different processes and workflows.

ü The ability to easily share data across various departments in an organization.

ü Improved efficiency & productivity levels.

ü Better tracking & forecasting.

ü Lower costs.

ü Improved customer service.

Disadvantages of ERP :

xCustomization in many situations is limited.

xThe need to re-engineer business processes.

xERP systems can be cost prohibitive to install & run.

xTechnical support can be shoddy.

xERP's may be too rigid for specific organizations that are either new or want to move in a new direction in the near future.

Answer by : Arya