Enterprise Resource Planning Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system?
Answer: To integrate all core business processes into one unified system
ERP systems integrate core business functions — finance, HR, manufacturing, supply chain — into a single unified platform.
Which of the following is a major benefit of implementing an ERP system?
Answer: Real-time information sharing across departments
ERP systems enable real-time data sharing across departments, eliminating silos and improving organizational visibility.
SAP and Oracle are examples of:
Answer: Leading ERP software vendors
SAP and Oracle are two of the world's leading ERP software vendors used by large enterprises globally.
The term 'ERP II' refers to:
Answer: ERP systems extended to include external partners and e-commerce
ERP II extends traditional ERP beyond internal operations to include integration with external partners, customers, and e-commerce platforms.
Which implementation approach replaces the old system entirely on a single cutover date?
Answer: Big bang conversion
Big bang conversion replaces the legacy system entirely at once, going live with the full ERP system on a single cutover date.
What is a major risk associated with ERP implementation?
Answer: Significant cost overruns and implementation failures
ERP implementations are notorious for significant cost overruns, schedule delays, and high failure rates if not managed properly.
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