ERP

(Enterprise Resource Planning)

SYNOPSIS

G.L.Bajaj Institute of Technology & Management Greater Noida.

Affiliated to:

Gautam Budhha Technical University, (Lucknow) MCA (2008-2011)

Submitted To-: Miss. DIVYA RASTOGI

Submitted By:ABHILASH KR. SRIVASTAVA MCA VI SEM ROLL NO.:0819214401

Introduction:- Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) integrates internal and external management information across an entire organization, embracing finance /accounting, manufacturing, sales and service, etc. ERP systems automate this activity with an integrated software application. Its purpose is to facilitate the flow of information between all business functions inside the boundaries of the organization and manage the connections to outside stakeholders. ERP systems can run on a variety of hardware and network configurations, typically employing a database to store data. INTEGRATION IS THE KEY TO ERP SYSTEM:- Integration is an exceptionally significant ingredient to ERP systems. The integration between business processes helps develop communication and information distribution, leading to remarkable increase in productivity, speed and performance. The integration is typically accomplished by constructing a single database repository that communicates with multiple software applications providing different divisions of an organization with various business statistics and information. Enterprise Resource Planning or ERP is actually a process or approach which attempts to consolidate all of a company's departments and functions into a single computer system that services each department's specific needs. It is, in a sense, a convergence of people, hardware and software into an efficient production, service and delivery system that creates profit for the company. ERP systems have some following characteristics: An integrated system that operates in (next to) real time, without relying on periodic updates. A common database, that supports all applications. A consistent look and feel throughout each module. Installation of the system without elaborate application/data integration by the Information Technology (IT) department.

FUCTIONAL AREA: Finance/Accounting :General ledger, payables, cash management, fixed assets, receivables, budgeting, consolidation. Human resources :payroll, training, benefits, , recruiting, diversity management. Project management :Costing, billing, time and expense, performance units, activity management. Customer relationship management :Sales and marketing, commissions, service, customer contact, call center support. Supply chain management :Order to cash, inventory, order entry, purchasing, product configurator, supply chain planning, supplier scheduling, inspection of goods, claim processing, commissions.

SOME ERPs: SAP,PEOPLESOFT,ORACLE APP,SEIBEL,BAAN,etc. Mostly,above given ERPs are developed in their particular language. Ex:-SAP is developed in ABAP(Advanced Business Application Programming.). PEOPLESOFT is developed in PEOPLE CODE. ORACLE APPS is developed in ORACLE. FEDENA is developed in RUBY for schools and universities.etc.

IMPLEMENTATION: The ERP implementation process goes through five major stages which are Structured Planning, Process Assessment, Data Compilation & Cleanup, Education & Testing and Usage & Evaluation. Structured Planning: This is the foremost and the most crucial stage where an capable project team is selected, present business processes are studied, information flow within and outside the organization is scrutinized, vital objectives are set and a comprehensive implementation plan is formulated.

Process Assessment: This is the next important stage where the prospective software capabilities are examined, manual business processes are recognized and standard working procedures are constructed. Data Compilation & Cleanup: It helps in identifying data which is to be converted and the new information that would be needed. The compiled data is then analyzed for accuracy and completeness, throwing away the worthless/unwanted information. Education & Testing: It aids in proofing the system and educating the users with ERP mechanisms. The complete database is tested and verified by the project team using multiple testing methods and processes. A broad in-house training is held where all the concerned users are oriented with the functioning of the new ERP system. Usage & Evaluation:It is the final and an ongoing stage for the ERP. The lately implemented ERP is deployed live within the organization and is regularly checked by the project team for any flaw or error detection.

TOP VENDORS OF ERPs: SAP, ORACLE APPLICATION,THE SAGE GROUP,MICROSOFT DYNAMICS,SSA GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES.etc.

RESULTS: Here are some consequences of implementing an EPR system. A few of them are listed below: A perfectly integrated system chaining all the functional areas together The capability to streamline different organizational processes and workflows The ability to effortlessly communicate information across various departments Improved efficiency, performance and productivity levels Enhanced tracking and forecasting Improved customer service and satisfaction