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Pharma cos must change their business processes Sudheer Nair

Wednesday, June 19, 2013, 08:00 Hrs [IST]

Pharmaceutical - specific ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software system is the most effective way

to identify and track every single raw material from receipt through processing, packaging and shipping,

to the exact customer location. If that is the case then what prevents from many small and medium

Indian enterprises keeping away from implementing this effective tool.

What we ask our friends from the pharmaceutical industry is, are you continuously changing your

business processes? We further emphasis here that, to survive in this highly competitive business

environment, pharmaceutical organizations must change their business processes and it is no secret that

to sustain in this competitive world an ERP system helps a lot.

It is not a surprise that pharmaceutical industry require the right ERP system support to produce

enhanced pharmaceutical products. The right ERP system streamlines procurement of raw materials,

reduces procurement and delivery cycle times, tracks receivable and payments to suppliers for

managing credit facilities.

ERP helps a company to oversee every area of its business without the necessity for separate software

packages or expensive customization. The prime benefits of ERP system is it reduces operational costs

and saves time. Thus it is a decision support tool for management analysis and a collaborative portal for

supply chain management.

As the enterprise resource planning software became a key component for pharmaceutical companies

to integrate their entire business processes , we have developed an affordable and effective system to

suit the need of small and medium sized companies in the sector. In the pharmaceutical sector, the

present regulatory requirements focus on better product and process understanding as well as

elimination of risks critical to patients and consumers. These challenges are efficiently addressed by

integrated approaches offered by eresource ERP system which not only provide better control over their

business processes, but also help them in manufacturing products as per cGMP requirements.

The advantage of ERP software for pharmaceutical manufacturers are that it can effortlessly track lot

properties while optimizing and improving other business processes like batch production, sales

functions, inventory control, purchasing, quality assurance, accounting and financials, regulatory

reporting etc.

It has been proved beyond doubt that implementation of ERP systems not only gives more transparency

to business processes but also it allows business to operate more efficiently, predictably and more

profitably.

Implementing an industry-compatible ERP system will not only meet the traceability requirements, but

also seamlessly link all departments, resulting in streamlined operations, maximized productivity, and

increased profitability. ERP is designed with operational efficiency in mind. Operational efficiency

requires a system that addresses every aspect of your business. It helps to cut costs, enables quick

market presence of the product, improve customer relation and comply with regulations.

The web-based eresource ERP system for pharmaceutical is a big hit among the big as well as medium

and small scale companies in this sector alike. eresource ERP systems integrate and automate the main

functionality of an organization thereby facilitating the flow of information among the different

functions of an enterprise. The system also permits information sharing across the whole organization.

Web-based ERP system has been developed to support all major pharmaceutical and health care

business operations. The system has been incorporated with many advanced individual modules that

could take care of functioning of every department efficiently.

While choosing an ERP system, a company should consider both its ability to track every raw material

from receipt through finished product delivery, and its adaptability to the company’s unique

manufacturing process.

Quality Management must be the top priority of a pharmaceutical company. Quality tops the priority list

as far as any pharmaceutical company is concerned. Keeping this in mind, eresource ERP has been

designed in unique style. Quality Control department with its integrated sophisticated Quality Control

Module which not only monitors quality by control plans in purchasing and production but also provides

real-time process capability index for quick review.

Implementation method also plays an important role in success of eresource ERP for pharmaceutical

industry. Successful implementation requires a structured methodology. The method should be people

and process-focused. This is the best way to manage the risk effectively. A good methodology of ERP

implementation process covers all the bases. Therefore if there is anything unexpected pops up the user

will be able to handle these problems without any negative consequences.

ERP is the future and it has become essential in the business world especially in the sectors like

pharmaceuticals. This is because ERP brings information classified and simplified to those who have to

make decisions. And that itself makes the difference. We would also like to remind our potential

customers that Web-based eresource ERP system for pharmaceuticals is a more flexible, affordable and

reliable ERP system available in India today.

An ERP system is designed to give end-users access to specific information, data that can come from

both internal systems or from other data sources, and is designed to allow customers, suppliers and

employees, access to role specific records.

ERP software solution provides a compelling gateway of information to users who need to carry out

their jobs more effectively and assist them with decision support. It make use of a personalization

paradigm to allow each user's experience to be tailored to their specific role by filtering out information

overload.

Real-time access to data and an easy to use interface make ERP solutions an integral part of business

strategy by providing a collaborative environment. Information is available to all stakeholders, from

employees to customers and suppliers, enabling smoother transactions, a higher velocity in decisions

and faster turnarounds.