Enhancing Supply Chain Efficiency and Performance Through ERP Optimisation Strategies

Abstract

As the supply chain environment has become very complex, there is a need for integration of ERP systems into Supply Chain Management. ERP enables
enhanced management of material, information and financial flows in supply chains to meet important societal demands like demand volatilities,
globalisation and sustainability, as analysed in this paper. The areas selected, production planning, inventory, and financial control, are evaluated to
determine how ERP can improve operations and communication. Middleware and specific IT solutions for integration are mentioned, as well as problems
in technical & organisational integration and data handling. The study also outlines measures of enhancing visibility, demand and real time decision
making. A comprehensive review of the literature outlines the current trends, challenges and development in the integration of ERP-SCM. The results
provide a solid basis for further research and improvements by highlighting the revolutionary potential of ERP systems to improve operational excellence
and supply chain agility