subject: ERP Solutions for the Logistics Industry [print this page] Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is the system that handles the integral process of the business such as resources, planning, management control and operational cost. ERP system was basically originated from Material Requirements Planning (MRP). It is a back-office system where in the customers, suppliers and general public are not involved. This system not only deals with manufacturing, accounting, logistics, inventory and invoicing for the company but, it also deals with constant reviewing and updating plans to meet the changing needs of the business organization.
It is always a good idea to opt for the best company that provides complete assistance in logistic services. Only the company that has good experience can carry out the task easily. The best ERP system should be able to capture every phase of the freight logistic business cycle. It is important that the system should be cost effective, easy to install, ready to run and maintain. The benefits of effective ERP system are:
Proper planning and implementation reduces the operational cost
Helps the management to make crucial business decisions on the basis of fast and accurate reporting
Increases the efficiencies of business organization
Helps in streaming all the functions of the organization
Achieves customer satisfaction
Beneficial in harmonizing the business efforts to business objectives
An effective system will have centralized monitoring of consignment stocks. Tracking of acknowledgments or having the proof of delivery is utmost important. It makes the effective communication possible. When asked about implementing the ERP systems to a leading ERP solutions company - "The transition from legacy system to a modern and centralized system was seamless and the problems were less than 10% of what was expected" cited the manager of the delivery centre, Mr. Abdul Khader, who heads operations in SA-FMS. "We expect considerable improvement in operation efficiency and superior customer services through faster resolution of complaints" he added.
