Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems are the backbone of modern organizations. They streamline internal processes while connecting with other software and platforms to complete all kinds of business processes, including warehousing and fulfillment. By ensuring seamless data flow and operational efficiency, ERP systems help many businesses maintain a cohesive yet flexible structure.

Why Growing Businesses Need an ERP

For expanding businesses, an ERP system is vital for managing and scaling shipping operations. As operations become more complex, businesses must effectively manage increased shipping volumes and logistical challenges. 

An ERP system helps automate processes and reduce errors, ensuring accuracy and efficiency at every step of the process. It also provides the flexibility to adapt to changing market demands and customer expectations. By integrating shipping operations with other business functions, an ERP system enhances overall functionality and operational efficiency.

Businesses of all sizes can benefit from an ERP system. Small or mid-sized businesses experiencing rapid growth can use it to scale operations efficiently by managing supply chains and optimizing labor and resources. Large businesses aiming to remain competitive and responsive to market demands benefit from accessing real-time data for better long-term visibility. Additionally, ERP systems enhance inventory management for large shipments, ensuring accuracy and top efficiency.

Choosing an ERP

There are an array of ERP options available, each with their own unique features and capabilities. It is important to evaluate your specific business needs to determine which ERP solution will be most effective for you. ShipHawk partners with a variety of ERP systems to give your business the flexibility to manage your shipping operations within your existing infrastructure. Some of these top ERP systems include:

• NetSuite – “NetSuite ERP is an all-in-one, AI-powered, cloud business management solution that helps organizations operate more effectively by automating core processes and providing real-time visibility into operational and financial performance.”
• Acumatica – “Acumatica technology is built on a future-proof platform with open architecture for rapid integrations, scalability, and ease of use, enabling us to deliver unparalleled value to small and midmarket organizations.”
• Infor – “Infor is a global leader in business cloud software products for companies in industry specific markets. Infor builds complete industry suites in the cloud and efficiently deploys technology that puts the user experience first, leverages data science, and integrates easily into existing systems.”
• Dynamics 365 – “Dynamics 365 is a portfolio of intelligent business applications that delivers superior operational efficiency and breakthrough customer experiences enabling businesses to become more agile and reduce complexity without increasing costs.”
• Sage – “Sage is the proud market leader in cloud business management solutions, supporting millions of small and medium size businesses globally.”
• SAP – “SAP was one of the first companies to develop standard software for business solutions and continues to offer industry-leading ERP solutions. The company develops software solutions that are used by small businesses, midsize companies, and large corporations.”

Connecting Your ERP to Shipping Processes

Opting for the right ERP is essential to optimizing your business’s operational efficiency and maximizing time and resources. In addition to your ERP, consider incorporating specialized software for managing your warehouse and fulfillment processes.

Choosing a warehousing and fulfillment partner that offers a best-in-class integration is crucial to ensure seamless connectivity between your business systems, maximizing operational efficiencies and enabling optimal, real-time results. 

ShipHawk’s solutions include a variety of features to help automate all aspects of your business operations, including:

• Warehouse Management System (WMS)
• Advanced Shipping
• In-Cart Rating
• Parcel & Freight Audit
• ShipHawk Dimensioner
• ERP Integrations

ShipHawk creates direct integrations between our shipping software and top ERP systems to make connections seamless and straightforward for your business. However, direct ERP integrations aren’t the only way we support ERP customers. Many of our customers achieve optimized warehousing and fulfillment processes with ShipHawk’s open APIs. Regardless of which ERP you select for your business, ShipHawk can integrate either directly or through API to any system and support ERP core functionality. To get started connecting your ERP and shipping operations, schedule a time to speak to a shipping expert at ShipHawk today!