Enterprise Resource Planning Systems in Iran: A Profile of the Behko Software House

Erp In Developing World Contexts

ERP software is normally structured in a series of “modules” (e.g. Finance, Sales and Marketing etc.) which share a common database and are built around business processes. Data and information are usually accessed in real time, drawn from the underlying database, which thus provides “one version of the truth” and avoids data discrepancies for users operating in different areas of the company. ERP software can be implemented in stages, module by module, or in one go – often termed the “big bang” approach. The implementation of an ERP package usually requires the application of certain disciplines within main business processes, and is considered as a fundamental method for achieving best practice within business operations by some researchers (Koch, 1999; Soh & Sia, 2004). Winkelmann (2012) observes that many companies have introduced ERP systems as a key part of their buisness strategy and to stay competitive.