Best-of-Breed or why interfaces are no longer dangerous

Over time, a certain image of what an ERP system should look like and what this software must be able to do has become established. However, the possibilities and handling of ERP solutions have changed. Therefore, not all assessments of the software are unreservedly correct - even if they are called best-of-breed.

Fear of interfaces

A clear example of this is interfaces. There is a general aversion to connecting other systems to the ERP software. Of course, it is also true that it is not necessarily easy to set up. In addition, the updates of a system that the connections no longer work. Costs and effort must not be spared in order to create a new interface integration.

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The solution of mapping all functions in one system is obvious. However, it is difficult to find a provider (even industry-specific) that can do this. In the manufacturing industry, for example, product data and life cycle management, product design, CAD, sale, ticket management, production, machine connection, production control and planning, camppersonnel, etc. are processed via the ERP system. An endless list of requirements that also change over time.

The Best-of-Breed Strategy

One solution is a provider that offers an all-in-one solution, such as SAP Business One, which covers all standard functions. But also offers the option of connecting specialised systems that meet the individual needs of the company. This gives the user the opportunity to access the required applications without having to turn to different providers whose systems may not be compatible. This approach is known as the best-of-breed strategy.

You'll find a particularly large number of providers for this „additional software“ in the areas of time tracking, WebshopPDM and personnel administration. By offering this service, the provider guarantees a secure connection and update capability. And with a system that can cover all needs.

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