In this highly automated, IT-led business environment, companies are forced to keep up-to-date with the new technologies to remain competitive (Siriginidi, 2000a). ERP systems provide distinct advantages to companies adopting them as they can integrate business applications using real-time information. Therefore, ERP systems provide the means for management to respond to the increasing business needs in more effective and efficient ways. The main benefits of ERP systems are seen as the production of real-time data …showed first 75 words of 4969 total…

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