What are the benefits and drawbacks of using Epicor as an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system?s

elow is the implementation process of Epicor ERP:

• Determine the requirements of the business, set goals, and collect necessary system specifications.
• Tailor the system to fit the business processes, workflows, and requirements.
• Transfer data from old systems to Epicor ERP while maintaining data accuracy.
• Offer guidance to end-users on effectively utilizing the system through training.
• Conduct system testing, resolve problems, and proceed to live operations.
• Provide continuous assistance and improve the system as needed to make sure the ERP meets the requirements of the business.

Here is the list of major benefits of using Epicor ERP for Inventory Management:

• Real-Time Visibility
• Automated Reordering
• Improved Demand Planning
• Better Stock Control
• Integrated Supply Chain

It offers various benefits that help improve manufacturing processes like:

• Production Scheduling
• Supply Chain Integration
• Inventory Management
• Quality Control
• Real-Time Data

The major reasons why companies are choosing Epicor over other ERP systems are the following:

Benefits:

• Specialized functionality for different industries
• Adaptable to businesses of all sizes
• Provides real-time data across all business processes
• Available in both cloud-based and on-premise versions

Drawbacks:

• It has high initial costs
• Its ERP implementation process can be complex
• May have customization challenges

Epicor Cloud ERP has the capability to connect with external Business Intelligence (BI) software like Power BI and Tableau using either Epicor Data Management Tools or Epicor Data Analytics. Typically, the process of integration involves using REST APIs or OData feeds to access information from Epicor ERP and incorporate it into BI platforms to generate reports and conduct analysis.s