Chapter 1.Introduction.

Before we talk about SAP, let's try to understand the meaning of ERP.What is ERP or enterprise resource planning?Any enterprise in this world will have some resource.It can be a business house or even a small family.What is an enterprise?Any activity which attempts to survive in this world can be termed an enterprise.A soldier trying to battle it out is also trying to plan his resources to defeat the enemy.In this context, he can be termed an enterprise.A person is said to be highly resourceful, if he is able to outwit others and handle a situation properly.

In the context of ERP, only business entities are termed an enterprise.Some people felt that ERP is outdated and is no more an option for a career.This is absurd because, as long as there are enterprises in this world,their resources will have to be planned and hence ERP will never stop. It is like eating and breathing.ERP is an activity.There are many tools to perform this activity.Some of the tools may get outdated.Coming to SAP, it is one of the best tools available and is continually evolving and updating.Hence it can be assumed to be a safe career option.

My agenda for SAP

Hello friends,

Beginning today, I have decided to write a series of chapters about SAP.SAP, as you all know, is one of the best ERP products in the world and is shaping the way successful businesses are run.It is undergoing a change as per the demands of the business world and is a pioneer in many ways.I am in SAP for close to 10 years and would like to share my thoughts, views and expertise to all interested readers through this blog.My agenda is simple:

Talk all about SAP at random.Or reply to specific queries or comments.

Thank you all and happy reading.I hope this will be a useful blog.Please do not forget to post your comments.

With best regards,

N.Sridharan.