Customized ERP has a bad rap mainly because it means a much larger price tag for you. It can have its benefits, but here are some situations when you shouldn’t modify your ERP solution.

• Your current ERP software solution is old and out of date. If customization requires a matrix of coded workarounds, it is not worth the money you’re throwing at it to do its job. Manipulating software is necessary to some extent, but if your software currently causes more headache than relief, then it may be time to start from scratch.

• You’re not entirely sure of what you need it to do. ERP software customizations aren’t a time for experimentation. You need to be absolutely clear of what your main goals and objectives are before entering into the world of software modification. If you jump in before you’re ready, you risk wasting valuable time, resources, and a huge chunk of your software budget. This is where a software partner is vital in the process. They know what questions to ask and what areas to focus on. There are also phased approaches to ERP implementation that can ease the overwhelming nature of these projects as well as go easy on your budget.

If you’re trying to answer the questions of whether to modify or not modify your current ERP solution, contact us at PANGEA Business Solutions for guidance. We can ensure you make the right decision for your company.

By Alexandra Gonzalez with PANGEA Business Solutions, Florida Microsoft Dynamics Partner

There are many benefits to having an ERP solution for your company, but there is one overwhelming reason that companies can’t ignore any longer…real-time information.

The problem with disparate systems, which is the case for many companies, is that it can’t provide an all-up snapshot of your business. Why do you need this snapshot? So you can make decisions that will benefit your company and help you grow in a sometimes troubled economy. Excel spreadsheet tracking is also a common practice, but one that takes time and resources that greatly affect your bottom line. Even after all that manual manipulation of data, you can’t achieve real-time insight.

Microsoft Dynamics GP is a comprehensive ERP solution that can provide your company the real-time information you crave. Not only does it handle all financial information, it can manage your distribution needs with advanced modules such as inventory management or Purchase Order (PO) and Sales Order (SO) processing.

Yes, ERP software creates multiple benefits, but we think this benefit is the most crucial for a company’s success. Imagine what you could do with real-time data and then contact us to see how it’s possible with Microsoft Dynamics GP.

By Alexandra Gonzalez with PANGEA Business Solutions, Florida Microsoft Dynamics Partner

Having your hands on accurate, current business data is important for you to be able to guide operations and make the quick decisions that keep your company moving toward success.  If your data spends more time in spreadsheets or on papers taking over your desk, then it’s time to move toward enterprise resource planning software (ERP) software.

A cluttered office is counter-productive.  You would be surprised by the amount of time you spend looking for the right paper or the right data in file folders, stacks of papers, or on your computer.  The more time you spend searching for data delays the very task you are trying to complete.  When you use a comprehensive software solution, like Microsoft Dynamics® GP, you always know where your data is when you need it.

Having all of your data in a single software platform is far more efficient.  Microsoft Dynamics GP makes it possible for users to filter through the data to the most important information for their role. Instead of having too much information, GP works smarter and faster so users can too.  Removing the clutter from the screen further streamlines the ability to enter and find data.

Spend less time searching for data and more time using it to drive your business to success with Microsoft Dynamics GP.

By Alexandra Gonzalez with PANGEA Business Solutions, Florida Microsoft Dynamics Partner