ERP

SearchSMBAsia takes a quick overview of the hottest software for the midsized business sector. Readers will learn how to develop cost-effective business IT solutions that address their unique needs and requirements.

These are tough times for SMBs. While resources, efficiency and liquidity challenges linger, the importance of thinking strategically for the long-term and investing for future business growth has not diminished. Yet, it's not all doom and gloom.

A new generation of ERP solutions is now managing all facets of the progressive SMB's operations, serving as the collective 'brain' of the organization with a central repository of information. This eGuide will provide you with the resources and advice necessary to evaluate and implement a successful ERP program.

Patronics (S) Pte Ltd was previously using two separate IT systems that could not provide easy access to sales and product information, limiting their ability to deepen relationships with customers. Here's how this midsize company improved the situation.

Alternative IT delivery models such software as a service should be more attractive in tighter economic times as they represent a partial opportunity to avoid up-front costs compared to traditional acquisition models.