Concept explainers
a)
To determine: The importance of the consideration “Ease of use” in ERP software.
Introduction: ERP refers to Enterprise resource planning. It helps the firm or the manufacturer to manage and incorporate the important sections of their business effectively. Important sections refer to human recourse, inventory, purchasing, marketing, and planning.
b)
To determine: The importance of the consideration “Complete integration” in ERP software.
Introduction: ERP refers to Enterprise resource planning. It helps the firm or the manufacturer to manage and incorporate the important sections of their business effectively. Important sections refer to human recourse, inventory, purchasing, marketing, and planning.
c)
To determine: The importance of the consideration “Reliability” in ERP software.
Introduction: ERP refers to Enterprise resource planning. It helps the firm or the manufacturer to manage and incorporate the important sections of their business effectively. Important sections refer to human recourse, inventory, purchasing, marketing, and planning.
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