Configuring an ERP system

ERP Systems we are talking here and we talked different aspect of erp system. ERP System is part of Agency Management System which also include CRM Software and SFA Software. We talked Implementation of erp system in last post. Today we are going to talk about Configuring an ERP System.
Configuring an ERP system is largely a matter of balancing the way you want the system to work with the way the system lets you work. Begin by deciding which modules to install, then adjust the system using configuration tables to achieve the best possible fit in working with your company’s processes.

Modules - Most systems are modular simply for the flexibility of implementing some functions but not others. Some common modules, such as finance and accounting are adopted by nearly all companies implementing enterprise systems; others however such as human resource management are not needed by some companies and therefore not adopted.


A service company for example will not likely need a module for manufacturing. Other times companies will not adopt a module because they already have their own proprietary system they believe to be superior. Generally speaking the greater number of modules selected, the greater the integration benefits, but also the increase in costs, risks and changes involved.

ref: Insurance Software, agency management software, wikipedia