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SUMMER 2016
PROGRAM
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA)
SEMESTER
IV
SUBJECT CODE & NAME
MI0038- ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING
1 Define Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Briefly explain the major benefits of an ERP
system.
Define ERP
Explain any 8 major benefits of an ERP system
Answer: ERP is an integrated information system that controls and integrates all the business
functions of an enterprise. According to Nah and Lau (2001), “ERP is a packaged business
software system that
2 Write short notes on the following:
a. Decision Support System (DSS)
b. Executive Information System (EIS)
c. Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
d. Management Information System (MIS)
Answer: a. Decision Support System (DSS)
Refers to a system that helps managers to make decisions in situations when there is uncertainty
about the possible outcomes of those decisions. DSS uses spread sheets to analyse different
options and alternatives.
b. Executive Information System (EIS)
EIS is a decision-support tool specifically designed for top-level managers (executive-level
3 Explain the different phases of an ERP implementation life cycle.
Explain 11 phases of an ERP implementation life cycle

2. Answer: 11 phases of an ERP implementation life cycle
Pre-evaluation screening
Pre-evaluation screening is the first phase of the ERP implementation lifecycle. It includes
examining all the available ERP systems. Among these systems, those that are able to meet the
organisation’s requirements are selected.
Package evaluation
The
4 Explain the role of manufacturing and production planning module of an ERP system.
Briefly explain the sub-modules of the manufacturing module.
Explain the role of manufacturing and production planning module of an ERP system
Explain any 8 sub-modules of the manufacturing module
Answer: The manufacturing and production planning module of an ERP system helps an
organisation plan and perform its production activities effectively by providing accurate and
timely information. Some of these activities include MRP, shop-floor control, inventory
management, and capacity planning. The manufacturing and production planning module of an
ERP system
5 Explain the role of ERP in sales and distribution.
Briefly explain the sub-modules of the sales and distribution module.
Explain the role of ERP in sales and distribution
Briefly explain the sub-modules of the sales and distribution module
Answer: An organisation generates revenue by selling its products and services. These products
and services are passed through an extensive distribution network before they reach the end
users. This distribution network involves wholesalers, retailers, and commission agents. An
effective
6 Define the role of vendors and consultants in ERP implementation.
Define vendor and role of vendors in ERP implementation
Define consultant and the role of consultants in ERP implementation
Answer: Nowadays, the ERP market is facing stiff competition due to increasing number of
vendors. These vendors strive hard to fulfil the needs of customers by providing unique and
innovative ERP
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