If you’ve ever worked at a large-scale organization, you know that managing a small or midsize business (SMB) is a different ballgame. We wear many hats. We keep a close watch on costs. In short, we think differently. It makes sense, then, that the software we use to run our business is also different.
When it comes to business management software, often called enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, one size does not fit all. There’s no way you could use or afford the same system as Bombardier or SunCor Energy – but that doesn’t mean you have to go without. SAP is designing solutions with your specific needs in mind. The software developer established a division, called the SMB Solutions Group, solely dedicated to understanding your business challenges and designing solutions to solve them.
Leveling the playing field
It’s great news for SMBs because business management software levels the playing field when you’re up against large competitors. It helps you connect the dots across the organization so you get instant, accurate information. Imagine it – all of the data that’s currently in spreadsheets and separate accounting or CRM programs will be immediately accessible in one place. So when you finally have a minute to think strategically about your company’s next move, you can make fact-based decisions like whether to expand to new markets, start another shift or invest in new equipment.
“We want to make technology easier to use, and simpler to run a more efficient entrepreneurial business anywhere in the world,” said Dean Mansfield, President of the SMB Solutions Group at SAP. He added, “SAP, as a company, is making a quantum leap to fundamentally change the way that business applications are delivered to small and midsize businesses.”
Many people are surprised to learn that SAP already develops software for SMBs – in fact, it has more than 210,000 SMB customers. As an accredited partner, Zantek has vast experience implementing SAP Business One at companies with as few as 20 employees. Looking forward, cloud and mobile will play an even greater role in SAP’s product strategy.
Takeaway – ERP isn’t just for the big guys
If you think you’re company is too small for ERP software – think again. It can change the way you run your business and give you a competitive advantage. Talk to us about tailoring a solution to your business needs.
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