5 Interesting Facts About SAP Business One

Small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) do not often see the value in investing in an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. They sometimes think it is hard to use and understand. Instead, they implement multiple programs to handle discrete systems within the company, but it only ends up slowing down their business instead due to how differently these programs function from one another. Because of this, they prefer using older systems rather than improve their workflow using ERP. 

However, SMEs could benefit from an ERP system, especially one that is integrated, tailored to suit their needs, and implemented by an SAP partner they can trust. As businesses are ever-evolving, an ERP system like SAP Business One could help them run more effectively and even facilitate their growth. 

If you are already interested in getting SAP Business One for your company, finding an SAP partner is your next step. Here at ANSI Information Systems, Inc., we are a Gold Partner of SAP with over 30 years of reliable service and experience. We can provide the services you need and help you implement and integrate SAP Business One to cater to your specific business demands. 

If you are still apprehensive, get to know SAP Business One by reading these five facts and discover how beneficial they can be for your growing company. 

History

SAP is a German company established on April 1, 1972. They are a market leader in ERP, analytics, supply chain management, human capital management, and experience management software. As a multinational software corporation, their experience in the industry has enabled them to create an integrated ERP system like SAP Business One. 

SAP has over 100,000 employees worldwide with more than 145 nationalities, proving that they are a company with globalization and diversity in mind. The customers they serve amount to more than 400,000 in over 180 countries. Under Armor and the San Jose Sharks are just a few examples of SAP Business One users. 

Designed for SME

SAP Business One might sound more suitable for larger corporations, but it is actually made for small-to-medium enterprises. One of the reasons it is perfect and built for SMEs is the relatively small price you have to pay to acquire such a system. With its key features and advantages, many business owners might think they would have to pay a premium price, but SAP Business One is affordable and modular in nature as you only pay for programs you need.

SAP Business One also has over 550 industry-specific integrations, so whatever kind of SME you are, they are sure to provide you with a system that can meet your demands. They are also adept with analytical functions that give you quick insights into your company data. This is to help you make processes in your company run more efficiently while also showing you its potential to become a larger enterprise.

Customizable

Most SMEs don’t need a lot of different programs for their company. At most, they’ll need to meet administrative, accounting, inventory, sales, and production needs. With SAP Business One, these needs are met with various programs and enhanced with internet and mobile accessibility. 

In addition, these programs are connected, so you don’t have to access multiple programs and update each of their data separately. Their ease-of-access and ease-of-use lessen mistakes from individuals and make the process of running a business faster. 

Aside from its basic programs, SAP Business One also allows you to customize what programs you want to use or discard. This customizability helps make SAP Business One even more affordable. Adding more features to suit your company’s growth is also something you can do.

In addition, as users, you can give SAP your feedback and your SAP partner can help apply any modifications on SAP Business One as needed. This allows SAP Business One to grow and improve alongside your company.

Mobile-friendly

SAP Business One can be accessed through various mobile devices and can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play Store. This allows for data to be retrieved by employees anytime and anywhere. It is beneficial for those who might need to go on business trips and need specific company data wherever they might be. 

Mobile access also means users can update data within the system while on their phone, and other users will have access to the newly updated information instantly. These real-time updates not only increase productivity, but can help in times when employees need to make decisions based on recent company data. 

Multilingually Accessible

With customers worldwide, SAP Business One is localized in over 50 countries with 28 languages. In doing so, SAP Business One is easy to understand for many end-users and eliminates mistakes from translating software commands to their local language. 

These five facts about SAP Business One show their advantages to business growth and development. Take the leap and consult with ANSI as early as today to see how you can implement SAP Business One into your enterprise.