What is Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)?

Yes, we are in no way affiliated with any ERP suppliers, which means we can provide a truly independent ERP selection service.

Yes, ERP Guide’s services are completely free and without obligation.

Our services are available in the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, The United Kingdom, Ireland, Italy and Spain.

Once you’ve completed the selection tool, one of our software experts will get to work on your answers. They’ll map out your needs and requirements and identify which ERP suppliers have experience with your sector, business activities and company size. If anything is unclear, the expert will get in touch with you to clarify everything.

A good salesperson is never (entirely) objective, but we are. We ensure you get a fair and comprehensive picture of the ERP market.

We only match you with ERP suppliers whom we know are capable of handling the project. This ensures you are put in touch exclusively with ERP suppliers who have experience with your sector, business activities and company size, and who can deliver within the desired timeframe.

We use your contact details solely for the ERP selection process. We handle them with care and do not retain them for longer than necessary. Would you like to know more about how we handle your privacy? Please read our privacy statement.

Companies process large amounts of information every day. Customer data, orders, invoices, stock levels, schedules and financial records: as an organisation grows, it becomes increasingly difficult to keep track of all this manually. An ERP system brings all these departments and tasks together in a single centralised environment. This ensures that everyone is working with the same, up-to-date data. A change made in one department is immediately visible to the rest.

Absolutely. Whether you’re a start-up, a sole trader or a multinational: every business can benefit from an ERP system. A common misconception is that ERP is only for large organisations, or that it’s always expensive. That’s not true: these days, there are plenty of solutions specifically tailored to small businesses, both in terms of functionality and price. Some providers even focus entirely on them.

We don’t just help with selecting an ERP system. You can also come to us if you’re looking for any of the following systems: Business Intelligence (BI), BPM, CRM, DMS, HRM, SCM, TMS or WMS.

AI within ERP is developing rapidly, and exactly what is possible varies greatly depending on the supplier and solution. There is as yet no single answer to what ‘AI in ERP’ entails; one provider uses it in a completely different way to another.

However, a number of trends are emerging. These include predicting demand or stock requirements based on historical data, flagging anomalies in figures, or providing suggestions for work scheduling. The aim is usually the same: less manual research and better-informed decisions.

As the capabilities vary significantly from one system to another, it is wise, when making a selection, to carefully assess what an AI feature actually delivers in practice and whether it is genuinely AI or simply ‘ordinary’ automation.

That depends on the size of the organisation and the complexity of the processes. A simple implementation often takes a few months, whilst large-scale projects can take a year or longer.

As soon as processes become confusing, data becomes scattered across multiple systems or the organisation grows, ERP offers a solution.

A CRM system focuses specifically on customer relationships, customer interactions and sales opportunities. ERP has a broader scope: it connects all business processes, including finance, stock management, planning and customer relationships. Many ERP systems have a built-in CRM module, but a specialised CRM system often offers more in-depth functionality for sales and marketing teams. The choice between CRM and ERP depends on whether you simply want to manage customer relationships or integrate your entire business operations.

Absolutely. Whether you’re a start-up, a sole trader or a multinational, every business can benefit from an ERP system. A common misconception is that ERP is only for large organisations, or that it’s always expensive. That’s not true: these days, there are plenty of solutions specifically tailored to small businesses, both in terms of functionality and price. Some providers even focus exclusively on them.

The cost of an ERP system depends heavily on the number of users, the sector, the licensing model (SaaS versus on-premise) and the required functionalities.

With SaaS ERP, you pay licence fees per user per month, plus one-off implementation costs. For a small team with a handful of users, the monthly licence fees are usually in the tens of euros per user. For an enterprise-level implementation involving hundreds of users, customisation and integrations, the total investment can run into hundreds of thousands of euros, mainly due to the implementation costs.

As costs vary significantly depending on the supplier, licensing model and sector, we have deliberately chosen not to quote a fixed amount here. Our free selection tool will provide you with a price estimate tailored to your specific situation and the suppliers relevant to you.

Yes, our service is completely free and without obligation. You never pay anything, and you’re under no obligation whatsoever.

We operate in the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Italy and Spain. Are you looking for an international partner? We can help with that too.

Within 1 to 2 working days of completing the form, you’ll have a clear idea of which ERP suppliers are a good fit for your organisation.

No, we do not supply software ourselves and are involved solely in the selection process. You decide for yourself which suppliers you wish to proceed with, if any, and which you do not.

We handle your data with care and only share the information necessary to make the right match. We never share contact details with third parties without your consent.

Please fill in our form anyway. Together, we’ll assess whether this is indeed the best choice for your situation. Often, there are other ERP systems that are even better suited to your wishes and needs.

Certainly. Our database comprises hundreds of suppliers who, in addition to ERP, often specialise in other business software.

Our service is suitable for organisations that are seriously looking for new business software. Our database of suppliers is hugely diverse: from suppliers that focus specifically on SMEs to major players that supply software to multinationals.

In that case, a consultation with one of our software experts is the right first step. We’ll help you clarify your needs and requirements, so you can properly assess whether a new system makes sense.