E-ERP Technology: Evolution and Implementation

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a Tier 1 ERP vendor?

Fewest industry solutions (correct)

High complexity

Large companies with global functionality

Highest cost of ownership

Which of the following is an example of a Tier 2 ERP vendor?

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft AX

Expandable (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a key characteristic of an ERP system?

Backbone for enterprise-wide data processing

Customizable for individual companies (correct)

Automation of business processes

Cross-functional integration

Which of the following represents the evolution of ERP systems over time?

Inventory Management & Control -> MRP -> MRP II -> ERP -> Extended ERP Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key benefit of cloud-based ERP systems?

Reduced need for IT infrastructure Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between open source and commercial ERP systems?

Open source ERP systems are more customizable Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between MRP II and ERP systems?

ERP is based on a client-server computing architecture, while MRP II is not. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key characteristic of extended ERP (ERP II) systems?

They enable interaction and integration with other application suites outside the core ERP. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key advantage of open-source ERP systems over commercial ERP solutions?

Open-source ERP systems offer better customization and flexibility compared to commercial solutions. Signup and view all the answers

How have cloud-based ERP systems impacted the evolution of ERP systems?

Cloud-based ERP systems have reduced the need for on-premises infrastructure and IT support. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of MRP II systems before the evolution of ERP?

MRP II systems were primarily focused on manufacturing planning and control activities. Signup and view all the answers

How did the traditional view of business processes differ from the enterprise view introduced by ERP systems?

The traditional view focused on individual business functions, while the enterprise view emphasized cross-functional integration. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems?

MRP systems focus on integrating internal processes, while ERP systems integrate internal processes and data flowing through the organization. Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes Open Source ERP solutions compared to commercial ERP solutions?

Open source ERP allows code customization, rewriting, and generating new code versions, while commercial ERP does not permit code editing. Signup and view all the answers

What major technological advancement led to the development of Cloud-based ERP systems in the 2010s?

Server deployment on the cloud and Software as a Service (SaaS) model Signup and view all the answers

How do Open Source ERP solutions differ from Cloud-based ERP systems?

Open Source ERP solutions are free of cost, while Cloud-based ERP systems involve an upfront cost. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of Business applications delivered as a Software as a Service (SaaS) model in Cloud-based ERP systems?

Cost-effectiveness for businesses of all scales Signup and view all the answers

In the context of ERP evolution, what does integrating with CRM systems and HR systems signify?

Utilization of Internet and World Wide Web (WWW) technologies Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

ERP is a cross-functional integrated backbone that integrates and automates business processes.
Examples of ERP systems include Oracle, SAP, and Microsoft AX.

ERP Market

ERP vendors can be organized into three tiers based on characteristics such as complexity, cost of ownership, and industry solutions.
Tier 1 vendors have high complexity, highest cost of ownership, and offer many industry solutions for large global companies.
Tier 2 vendors have medium complexity, medium cost of ownership, and offer fewer industry solutions for mid-market companies.
Tier 3 vendors have limited functionality, lowest cost of ownership, and offer fewest industry solutions for small to mid-sized companies.

ERP Vendors

Sample ERP vendors include:
- Tier 1: Oracle, SAP, Microsoft AX
- Tier 2: abas, CDC Software, Epicor, Fujitsu, Infor, NetSuite
- Tier 3: Consona, exact, Americas, Expandable, SYSPRO, Microsoft NAV, SAP Business All-in-One

ERP Vertical Solutions

ERP vendors offer industry-specific versions of their software, known as vertical solutions.
Examples of vertical solutions include:
- Aerospace and Defense
- Industrial Manufacturing
- Automotive
- Insurance
- Chemicals
- Media and Entertainment
- Natural Resources
- Consumer Goods
- Oil and Gas
- Education and Research
- Professional Services
- Engineering and Construction
- Public Services
- Finance
- Retail
- Travel and Transportation
- Health Sciences
- Utilities

History of ERP

1960: Inventory Management and Control
1970: Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
1980: Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP II)
1990: Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
2000: Extended ERP

Integrated Data Processing with ERP Systems

ERP systems integrate and automate business processes, including inventory management and control.

Evolution of ERP

Further developments in ERP have led to the evolution of extended ERP (ERP II) and cloud-based ERP.
Extended ERP enables interaction with other application suites, such as CRM systems and HR systems.
Cloud-based ERP systems are delivered as a Software as a Service (SaaS) model and are accessible through APIs.

Open Source ERP

Open source ERP systems have evolved to cater to the needs of small and medium-scale businesses.
Open source ERP systems offer low-cost implementations and customization possibilities.

Difference between Open Source ERP and Commercial ERP

Open source ERP systems allow customization of code and rewriting of code, whereas commercial ERP systems do not allow code editing.

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