Digital transformation, IoT, cloud, ERP, WWS, fit to standard… The list of buzzwords couldn’t be longer and has been steadily expanded by the Corona pandemic. A dream come true for advocates, but what’s really behind it?

An ERP system maps the processes of a company in software terms. ERP providers have continuously developed their software offerings and thus provide an extensive portfolio.

Where does your own company fit in? Cloud first is the credo of the major ERP providers. Will I soon no longer be able to use my ERP system, will it soon expire? Is the cloud even secure? What happens if I don’t want it for my company?

This white paper is intended to provide an insight into the subject area of ERP. In doing so, the application areas, usage models and leading providers on the market are presented to offer initial guidance and provide an outlook.