ERP is an industry term used for an integrated multiple-module application software package, designed to give support to specific business processes for any organisation. ERP systems have revolutionized the working of organisations by integrating all departments onto a single computer. There is a growing emphasis on the development and implementation of ERP systems in organisations as business requirements change. For ERP to be a success, it must be seamlessly integrated with the organisational culture of a business. This book focuses on various aspects of ERP systems. It covers the need for ERP systems, their evolution, the ERP market. It also offers a detailed description of various ERP modules, the ERP life cycle, implementation issues, the role of vendors and consultants in implementation, future trends, and emerging issues. The key features of this book include an extensive use of diagrams and tables, “Learning Points” at the end of each subtopic and “Points to Remember” at the end of each chapter. Exhaustive exercises at in each chapter are also provided. The book will prove useful for students of both management and technical courses. It will also serve as an excellent starting point for professionals who are involved in ERP.