Advantages of Web based ERP

Web based ERP software is an ERP system that runs on a web server and the user requires a web-browser to work on it. A web based ERP software has to be hosted on a reliable web server so that the application is secure and always ready for use. A web based ERP system also requires lesser in house IT infrastructure as compared to a client server system. 

A web based ERP software has to be developed based on a three-tier design and the system should have a light weight user interface to minimize the data transfer during each cycle. The presentation layer should include all the web forms and the business layer contains all the business logic of all the modules of the web based ERP software. The data layer includes the sql server database.

Web based ERP system has many benefits compared with a client server system. This is the reason why many companies are now opting for web based ERP system as compared to a client server system. The requirement of server management software and associated licensing is eliminated in a web based ERP software. The most important advantage of a web based ERP system is it can be used from anywhere and anytime. For example, data such as sales orders can be entered from any location. By having a web based ERP system, the need for IT staff to maintain an in house ERP infrastructure is eliminated to a large extent. Training the staff on a web based ERP system is much easier as any computer with an internet connection at any location can be used for conducting training sessions.

Web-based ERP system permits organizations, especially SMEs who have limited infrastructure, to conduct its entire business though this medium. An effective web based ERP system automates all internal functions of an organization to ensure that benefits of e-commerce are delivered to the entire organization.

As all the operations are performed through online, a lot of time can be saved by using a web based ERP system and also all dealings and transactions becomes transparent.

There is no doubt web-based ERP system will surely do a lot of good for SMEs in their business process. It is the easiest and cheapest way they can find in extending their presence in the widely spread global market.