Essential ERP – Its Underpinning Technology
P.J. Jakovljevic - March 31, 2000

Introduction

ERP began as a term used to describe a sophisticated and integrated software system used for manufacturing. In its simplest sense, ERP systems create interactive environments designed to help companies manage and analyze the business processes associated with manufacturing goods, such as inventory control, order taking, accounting and much more. Although this basic definition still holds true for ERP systems today, its definition is expanding. Savvy ERP users, increasing customer expectations, changes in manufacturing requirements, and technology's relentless pursuit of innovation are just some of the forces reshaping the definition of ERP...