ERP for Small Business

In ERP terminology, the phrase "Small business ERP" is used to describe lightweight business management software that is designed to meet the needs of a small business. ERP software integrates all facets of an operation, including development, manufacturing, sales and marketing. Small business ERP is typically a SaaS (software as a service) model and includes project management, financials, manufacturing, warehouse management, accounting, sales and business management.

                                       Typically, ERP software is considered an enterprise application and designed for larger enterprises that require dedicated teams to customize, analyze the data and reports and handle upgrades and deployment. In contrast, Small business ERP applications differ in a number of ways including the amount of data handled by the system and less-complex screens and dashboards. Support is offered by the provider and the software is customized for the business industry you work in.

Most ERPs are made for the big companies. As a small business owner, you want all the advantages without having to dole out a sack of cash every month.

The ERP you adopt shouldn't drive you bankrupt.

There are three different choices of ERP software for small business:

1.     Cloud-based

2.     on-premise

3.     open source