The 9 Phases of ERP Implementation

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What are the 9 ERP Implementation Phases?

Implementation of an ERP system for a business is not a simple task. It is a project that typically takes at least a few months and can take several months or longer if the project is larger. The reason for this is that ERP systems must be implemented, configured, and customized for each business. Since having the correct system is so important, it’s crucial that the proper amount of time is allocated to deliver the final product.

Though the ERP implementation timeline is relatively long compared to “out-of-the-box” solutions, the process can be separated out into multiple stages. In addition, it can be made more manageable through an agile approach. With an agile approach, different parts of the software may have different phases running at the same time. Some phases may also be repeated if user testing discovers new issues or a need for additional customization. With that in mind, here are the 9 phases of ERP implementation:

Phases Of ERP Implementation

  1. Project initiation phase:

The first ERP implementation phase is the project initiation phase. Here, the client contacts the vendor and gives them an idea of what they are looking for. What industry are they in? Are they looking for a heavily customized project or for one following best practices? What modules are they looking for and what do they seek to benefit from it? After getting a basic understanding of the requirements, the implementation partner selects the SME (subject-matter expert) with the best techno-functional knowledge for the job.

  1. Gap analysis phase:

This consultant then will go to the client’s business and conduct a gap analysis, an analysis to determine the current state of the business & its processes vs. what its optimal situation would be with the proper ERP software in place. This will be a very detailed report outlining the structure of the company, how many employees they have, what their departments are, who will be users of the system, who sees what information, and so on. Customization points will also be identified. The end result of this will be a Business Requirements Document (BRD).

  1. Software customization phase:

With the BRD prepared, the subject-matter expert will form a team of developers to work on the project. Now the software customization phase begins. The development team will configure the product for the company based on preset options within the software. They also will customize it, adding new features to the application. Finally, they’ll integrate it with other software. This last step depends on what software the business is currently using and wants to retain, or what it anticipates it will need in the future. (For example, some eCommerce sellers integrate their eCommerce platform with their ERP).

  1. Testing phase:

After customizing the software, the implementation partner will test it to see if the code works properly before moving forward. This will typically involve unit testing and another internal testing.

  1. Data migration:

In the next ERP implementation phase, the client will begin the process of data migration, taking their data from existing systems and putting it on their new software. Access rights, passwords, etc. will start to be put in place here. Integrity checks will also be done to make sure that the data has been successfully transferred and that there are no errors.

  1. User acceptance testing:

Now, user acceptance testing (UAT) begins. UAT is the closest thing to real-world tests before the software is fully deployed. Here, specific users in the company will run tests with the new software in parallel with their old software, making sure that they achieve matching results. Once this is done, it will signify that the ERP system or at least certain parts of it are ready for deployment.

  1. User training:

After the software is ready, user training will begin. In this phase, the full set of employees that will be using the new ERP system gets trained with it. This will involve the use of manuals/training videos as well as additional training from the vendor. Training will be done according to specific functions, e.g. for sales, marketing, accounting, etc. This can occur on-site or offline, depending on the request.

  1. Go live:

Finally, when all is said and done, the project goes live. The new software continues to run in parallel with the old software in the near future. This gives the business owner peace of mind and helps confirm that there are no issues.

  1. Maintenance:

The relationship doesn’t end there. Depending on the contract, the vendor will continue ongoing maintenance and support to make sure the product keeps working well, giving the business owner further peace of mind. On top of that, if any additional features are requested, the vendor with expertise in the system can make those changes.

Those are the 9 ERP implementation phases, from project initiation to deployment and maintenance. As said before, in an agile approach some of these phases may run at the same time or be re-run when errors are found. Having an agile approach combined with a phased methodology ensures strong organization, resulting in an outstanding ERP system.

If you’re interested in implementing ERP software or have any questions, get in touch. Bista Solutions has over a decade of experience implementing business solutions and ERP software for hundreds of customers.

Mulberry Farms OptoMeat Testimonial

Lindsey Wilson, Mulberry Farms, OptoMeat, Bista Solutions

Mulberry Farms OptoMeat Testimonial

Lindsey Wilson of Mulberry Farms gives his testimonial about OptoMeat and the process of working with Bista Solutions to implement it.

Since the late 90s and early 2000s, Gainesville-located meat processor Mulberry Farms used QuickBooks to manage much of its business. However, they were limited by legacy software that was inadequate for the industry, and departments within the business were isolated from each other.

With OptoMeat, Mulberry Farms has finally gained a lot of traceability, which has helped it improve many of its processes. OptoMeat has also connected the entire business to help it run more cohesively.

Wilson states, “We evaluated probably five or six different ERP systems. Bista just seemed very professional. They came in and did an evaluation of our facility and our process, helping us kind of lay out the groundwork of what Bista could do for us. The team has been more than helpful. Finding somebody that’s really willing to work with you as well as for you, I think was the biggest deciding factor.”

About OptoMeat

OptoMeat is an ERP software designed specifically for the meat processing industry. After working with clients like Mulberry Farms, Bista Solutions discovered that the industry had unique requirements that made custom software extremely valuable.

For example, meat is a perishable good. This means that timeliness is key in providing the freshest, best-tasting products possible. It’s also important the product does not have any quality defects, and food processors in general have to make sure to comply with governmental regulations (for example, the USDA) when it comes to quality standards.

With that in mind, Bista Solutions developed additional features for meat processors. This included a conversion tracking feature, to keep track of the status of meat and notify the company when it needed to be transferred from fresh to frozen. Bista also added in a quality check system, so that if the business needed to respond to a recall or comply with food regulations, it could easily do so.

As Wilson mentions, lot traceability was a key benefit of the ERP software he purchased, especially compared to the previous software. Lot traceability is what allows many of the previously mentioned features to work since different lots will have particular characteristics associated with them (date, quality, freshness, etc.).

For more about OptoMeat, see here.

Bista Solutions is a world-class software solutions company that specializes in ERP customization and implementation. If you’d like to implement OptoMeat or other ERP software for your business, you can contact us using our contact page or at sales@bistasolutions.com.

Is Cloud ERP Security a Problem?

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Historically, one of the largest barriers to cloud ERP adoption has been the perception of ERP security risks. Companies, especially those with longstanding on-premise software and infrastructure, were distrustful of outsourcing because it entailed a loss of control over their data and potential security issues.

Over the years, however, as the use of cloud software became more prevalent, this attitude has waned. Cloud vendors were fully aware of the security concern and thus made headways into ensuring their products were safe and reliable. After all, this could be used as a strong selling point to win over customers.

Nowadays, there are some reasons to expect cloud ERP solutions to be better in terms of security than on-premise solutions. Every software needs to be examined on a case-by-case basis, but certain factors may be at play.

For example, consider specialization. A company whose business model depends on their product being secure is more likely to do well in the security aspect than a company whose main goal (e.g. manufacturing or telecommunications or healthcare, etc.) is unrelated to it..

Plex Systems puts it best:

“[C]loud ERP customers quickly overcome this irrational fear by asking honest questions: are we a manufacturing business or an IT shop? Do we think our IT infrastructure is as safe as solutions whose entire business model is based on providing secure service? And can we really afford to keep an in-house staff focused entirely on managing the latest security measures?”

After all, what onsite solutions offer directly is not security, but control. More control doesn’t necessarily equate with better security, so some of the unease about cloud ERP is unwarranted.

On top of that, as of 2017, on-premise solutions still had more security incidents than cloud solutions. A study from Alert Logic showed that in-house systems had 51% more incidents than those on the cloud, writes Ian Barker.

This may change over time, as Alert Logic itself admits. It states, “Adoption of cloud computing continues to grow, and cybercriminals are shifting their focus accordingly.” Of course, hackers will go wherever opportunities exist, so this is to be expected.

A final factor distinguishing cloud ERP security from that of on-premise solutions is how often each is updated. On-premise software is typically more difficult to update, while cloud ERP vendors can roll out updates without much issue. This means that vulnerabilities will tend not to be patched as often on on-premise systems.

Every provider, of course, needs to be evaluated independently. Some onsite solutions will have better security than that of cloud solutions, and some will be the reverse. Customers need to do their due diligence in asking questions to find out which is which.


If you’re interested in implementing cloud ERP software for your business or have any questions, you can contact us at sales@bistasolutions.com.

How to Choose the Right ERP Implementation Partner

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Perhaps just as important as selecting the right ERP software for your company is selecting the right ERP implementation partner. It’s easy to go wrong when adding new technology to your business (as the number of ERP implementation failures shows) so it’s crucial to get this decision correct.

ERP implementation partner

Here are 7 characteristics you should look for when choosing an ERP implementation partner:

1) They have a strong track record.

An important factor to consider when selecting a partner is whether the company you’re investigating has a strong track record or not. Check to see if the company has case studies of successful implementations. Ask them for referrals. Beyond that, see if you can speak to those referrals.

By speaking with businesses who have already worked with the partner in question, you can find unbiased information about the partner, and you can even get tips and inside advice on how to work with them. It’s important that the partner you choose to work with is reliable, and looking at their track record is one way to confirm that.

2) They understand your industry.

In addition to having a strong track record in general, your ERP implementation partner should have a strong track record within your industry. Different industries have different requirements, and the more your partner knows about your business vertical, the more they’ll be able to adapt the software to your particular needs. This is important because companies implementing an ERP system will have to make a number of changes to their business to accommodate the new software. The more the software fits the procedures you already have, the less you’ll have to change your business, and therefore, the less costly and time-consuming that will be.

In addition to that, an implementation partner with knowledge of your industry will also be able to recommend the particular features of the ERP software that will assist you the most. They will teach you how to use the product in the most optimal way. They’ll also be up to date on any changes that occur in industry standards, and be able to modify the software to match that.

3) They have the necessary resources.

Another reason to check your track record is to see if your ERP implementation partner has previous experience dealing with companies of your size and scope. Do they have the necessary resources to handle the implementation of your size? If you’re a global company, have they handled global ERP implementations before? All of this is important to know.

4) They have exceptional communication.

Good communication is crucial to any ERP implementation because they are complicated procedures that can take months and months, and sometimes years. During this lengthy period, having someone you communicate well with is absolutely essential.

Are they located nearby? Can you have face-to-face chats to clear up any confusion?

Do they respond in a timely manner to your concerns?

Do they listen to your concerns and provide you with solutions that meet those demands and not other ones?

This factor is key for a successful ERP implementation.

5) They have a good relationship with the ERP developers.

Assuming the implementation partner is not the ERP software developer themselves, it’s essential that they have a good relationship with them. Your implementation partner is basically an intermediary between you and the software company. If there are any issues or you need to make changes to the software, good communication has to exist in this space as well.

One way to check this is to see if the company has earned any awards from the developers. For example, Odoo certifies partners as Gold or Silver based on various requirements. On a yearly basis, it also chooses the implementation partner it thought was the best. These sorts of awards signal a successful track record and close collaboration between the implementers and the developers.

6) They use an agile methodology for software development.

A normal occurrence in ERP implementations is for new information to come to light throughout the implementation process. You may have certain ideas beforehand and change them over time. It’s important that the ERP partner is able to modify the software/implementation process in response to these new demands and be flexible based on changing circumstances.

7) Understand your own requirements.

Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, make sure you understand your own requirements. While this has less directly to do with the characteristics of the ERP implementation partner, it does in a more indirect sense: if you know what you’re looking for, you will most effectively be able to find the right person for the job.

Here are some questions you should think about: What techno-functional needs are you trying to accomplish with the ERP implementation? What machines, software, and other systems are you currently using that will either a) need to be integrated into the new ERP, or b) be replaced by the ERP? What should the UX (user experience) interface look like to fit your company culture?

As said before, the answers to these questions may change as time goes on, but it’s vital for you to understand your own requirements, so you can communicate them to the implementation partner and receive a solution that actually fits those needs.

Bista Solutions has successfully implemented ERP solutions for companies across many industries. If you’re looking for an implementation partner for ERP or for other business technologies, you can contact us at sales@bistasolutions.com.

Top 10 Benefits of Meat ERP Software

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Discover the Key Benefits of Fully Tailored Meat Processing ERP

Investing in Tailored Meat Processing Software has the potential to completely revolutionize how meat processors operate their businesses. It offers a comprehensive set of features that effortlessly handles all repetitive tasks, allowing each department to work together seamlessly. By minimizing errors and maximizing time efficiency, it simplifies the entire meat production and processing process, making it a smooth and hassle-free experience. You can check the multitude of benefits that Our Meat Processing ERP has to offer.

  • Enhanced Yield & Waste Management: Meat Processing ERP enables precise Inventory tracking, encompassing essential details like freshness, batch numbers, and movement. This feature acts as a safety net against wastage commonly encountered in the meat processing business. It also enhances storage conditions to ensure the utmost levels of product quality.

 

  • Spoilage Management- With proper demand forecasting Meat Processing industry enables companies to optimize operations and minimize spoilage at different stages of production. By accurately predicting demand, companies can ensure that resources are utilized efficiently for repurposing or selling excess products, further reducing waste and maximizing profitability. 

 

  • Efficient Batch Tracking: Meat processing software enables you to track batch information and monitor the overall quality and traceability of the batch. It helps in assuring compliance with industry standards and, if necessary, permits targeted recalls.

 

  • Quick Response to Recalls: Meat processors can quickly respond to product recalls by utilizing real-time data on batch information in Meat Processing ERP. This will make easier the recall process, assist in promptly identifying contaminated batches, and minimize any potential risks to consumers.

 

  • Regulatory Compliance: Meat Processing ERP software assists you in complying with USDA and other Food Safety Regulations. It will assist in meeting compliance standards by centralizing and maintaining important information, lowering the risk of penalties and legal liabilities.

 

  • Streamlined Supplier Management: A properly tailored  Meat Processing ERP software automates the entire process of receiving and managing products from suppliers. By doing so, it significantly increases operational efficiency and eliminates the risk of manual errors. This streamlined approach not only enhances the overall efficiency of the supply chain but also improves communication with suppliers.

 

  • Timely Delivery: Meat Processing ERP software Tailored dashboards and reports feature can help in gaining accurate and real-time product availability data, allowing you to assure timely delivery of fresh meat products. This contributes to customer satisfaction and efficient planning and logistics.

 

  • Effective Promotion Management: Meat Processing ERP excels in tracking promotional offers and discounts targeted at specific customers. By seamlessly integrating with the accounting system, it streamlines promotional activities, ensuring smooth communication within the organization. This cohesive approach enhances the effectiveness of promotional campaigns, allowing meat processors to effectively manage discounts, offers, and incentives for their valued customers.

 

  • Data-Driven Decision-Making: Meat Processing software can provide you with data-driven decision-making capabilities by offering real-time insights into numerous parts of the organization. This comprehensive picture of operations, sales, and inventory increases strategic planning and overall business success.

 

  • Business Process Automation: Meat Processing ERP helps in the proper automation of numerous business processes. Data entered by one department flows effortlessly to others, decreasing manual duties, eliminating errors, and increasing overall productivity.

 

  • Integrated Software Ecosystem: Meat processing ERP systems eliminate the need for multiple software applications, as they serve as a central database for various business functions. Meat processors can integrate existing software with our Meat Processing ERP system, fostering a more cohesive and harmonized operational environment.

Choose Ultimate Transformation with Our Meat Processing Software

Our Meat processing ERP has so much to offer! With features like optimized inventory management, increased production efficiency, and enhanced quality control, you can take your meat processing operations to the next level. It’s amazing how seamlessly it enables collaboration with suppliers, streamlines distribution, and ensures timely delivery, making your customers happy. You’ll also gain insights from data analytics and business intelligence, empowering you to make informed decisions, plan strategically, and achieve scalability.

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ERP| What is ERP?|Benefits of ERP.

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What is ERP?

ERP, or Enterprise Resource Planning, is software that centralizes business information into a single platform. This reduces the complexity of businesses with multiple departments that often rely on separate software for their different needs. ERP provides a business with a single top-down overview along with the ability to make insights from all the combined data.

A summary of the benefits of implementing ERP include:

  1. Lowered costs
  2. Streamlined business processes
  3. Real-time overview of the entire business 
  4. Business insights based on data 
  5. Fewer data contradictions between departments 
  6. Enhanced labor productivity
  7. Increased ease in complying with regulations

ERP software typically contains several different modules, such as CRM, sales, human resources, accounting, distribution, and production. Employees in different departments have access to different parts of it, depending on their role. Data thus entered by each segment can seamlessly transfer to other parts of the business.

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Nowadays, many companies are implementing cloud ERP systems rather than on-premise systems. It offers the same benefits as on-premise systems but also lowers the barrier to entry. With cloud systems, companies don’t have to purchase/manage the servers and IT staff required to host their own system. The ERP provider handles this instead, allowing companies to implement it more quickly and at less cost. Other benefits include scalability and geographic mobility (since accessed through the internet), meaning global companies can be connected through one rather than having multiple.

Common examples of ERP cloud software include Odoo, NetSuite one of the world’s best business ERP software suites, and Odoo, a popular open-source platform. Some companies also create industry-specific software for industries with unique requirements. For example, Bista Solutions offers customized ERP software for the meat processing industries (OptoMeat) and automotive industries (Turbo).

Despite its many benefits, implementing ERP can be a costly and time-consuming task. Before starting a project, organizations need to have a clear understanding of their goals and what they want to get out of their new system. They also need to partner with a reliable ERP implementation firm to make sure it fits their needs. It might have been a problem in the past to identify the right ERP partner for your organization. Today it became very easy, all you have to do is identify the best Partner and see what they have achieved in your industry, and what Implementations they have done.


Bista Solutions is a firm that specializes in ERP implementation and has partnered with companies across multiple market segments, including the Manufacturing, eCommerce, automotive industry, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, services, telecommunications, and more. If you’re interested in implementing Odoo have any questions, Contact Us

11 Benefits of Cloud ERP Implementation

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11 Key Benefits of Choosing Cloud ERP

The growing popularity and adoption of Cloud ERP stem from its numerous benefits that align perfectly with the needs and demands of modern businesses. From cost savings and scalability to enhanced security and real-time insights, Cloud ERP has proven to be a valuable asset for companies looking to stay competitive and future-proof their operations.

  • Streamlined Operations- Cloud ERP centralizes business data and processes, enabling smooth coordination between various departments. This eliminates data silos and reduces manual work, leading to increased efficiency and productivity for your business.
  • Real-time Data Access- With cloud ERP, you can access critical business data and reports in real-time from any location with an internet connection. This empowers faster decision-making, enhances collaboration, and supports the remote work capabilities of your business.
  • Cost Savings- Cloud ERP eliminates the need for expensive hardware and IT infrastructure, as the software is hosted on the vendor’s servers. This reduces upfront costs and allows businesses to pay for only the resources they use, making it a cost-effective solution for your business.
  • Scalability and Flexibility- Cloud ERP systems can quickly adapt to your changing business needs. Whether a company grows or downsizes, the cloud infrastructure allows for seamless scaling up or down without significant disruptions.
  • Automatic Updates and Maintenance- With a Cloud ERP solution, you can leave the software updates and maintenance tasks to the capable hands of the vendors. They take care of everything, making sure your business always has access to the latest features and improvements without any hassle. 
  • Improved Collaboration – Embracing a Cloud ERP system brings more than just streamlined operations. One of its major advantages is the seamless integration with other cloud-based collaboration tools. This powerful combination fosters a culture of open communication and collaboration across all departments, boosting teamwork and project management to new heights.
  • Data Analytics and Business Intelligence- Cloud ERP solutions offer built-in analytics and reporting tools, empowering businesses with valuable data insights. These insights drive better decision-making and uncover opportunities for improvement, optimizing business performance.
  • Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery- In case of hardware failures or emergencies, you can rest assured with Cloud ERP as your data is safe and can be quickly restored from backup servers. With such reliable backup and recovery in place, you ensure seamless business continuity, minimizing downtime, and keeping your operations running smoothly.
  • Compliance and Regulations-  When you choose a cloud ERP, you’ll find that it adheres to industry-specific compliance standards and regulations. This means you can have peace of mind knowing that your ERP system is fully compliant with data security and privacy requirements without adding any unnecessary complexities.
  • Focus on Core Competencies – With Cloud ERP, you can offload the management of IT infrastructure to the vendor. This means your internal IT team can finally breathe a sigh of relief and focus on more strategic initiatives and core competencies that drive your business growth.
  • Global Accessibility –  With Cloud ERP, you can have centralized access to data and processes, even if your business has multiple locations or international operations. This means you’ll be able to streamline your operations and standardize business practices across all your different locations.

Features and benefits of cloud ERPBenefits of Cloud ERP Implementation for Your Business

  1. Ease of Migration –  Cloud ERP systems offer smoother migration processes compared to traditional on-premises systems, reducing disruption to your business operation.
  2. User-Friendly Interface- Intuitive interfaces in Cloud ERP platforms require minimal training, enabling faster user adoption and increased productivity.
  3. Customization Options – Cloud ERP solutions provide flexible customization to align with your specific workflows and business requirements, ensuring a tailored fit for your business.
  4. Mobile Accessibility-  Accessing Cloud ERP applications on mobile devices enhances employee productivity and connectivity, enabling work on the go.
  5. Integration Capabilities –  Seamless integration with other business applications is also quite easy with Cloud ERP which fosters an interconnected technology ecosystem, improving efficiency and collaboration.
  6. Total Cost of Ownership-  Cloud ERP’s TCO includes licensing fees, maintenance costs, and potential savings from reduced IT infrastructure expenses.

How can Bista Solutions help?

We bring our expertise, experience, and technical know-how to help your business navigate the complexities of cloud ERP adoption. By tailoring solutions, managing data migration, ensuring security and compliance, and providing ongoing support, we ensure that businesses can make the most of Cloud ERP technology and derive maximum value from their ERP investment.

  • 3 Decades of ERP implementation Experience
  • 200+ Successful Custom App developments
  • Turnkey Project Management Approach 
  • 300+ Expert Developers at your service
  • 350+ Successful Project Implementations Completed
  • Most Trusted Odoo Gold Partners
  • Global Presence in 10+ Countries
  • 24/7 Support Available

With Bista’s Cloud ERP Implementation Services, you’ll experience boosted efficiencies, improved accessibility, significant cost savings, and a clear path to success. Take a Leap with Bista Today!

OptoMeat: Meat Processing Software for Your Business

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Bista Solutions introduces new meat processing software.

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software offers businesses a way to keep track of data from all parts of their organization, allowing them to develop insights, cut costs, and increase overall cohesion.

However, each industry has its own demands, and depending on the characteristics, a generic ERP application may not be up to par. Adopting the technology may even hurt the company in the long run if it tries too hard to mold its behavior to the software rather than the other way around.

The meat processing industry, for instance, involves large quantities of perishable products. Because of this, insights gained from data can be extremely valuable in cutting costs, avoiding waste, and making optimal use of supply.

However, the particular characteristics of the industry also mean that a typical ERP program may bring issues and not satisfy all requirements.

For example, the perishable nature of meat means that keeping track of items as they deteriorate over time from a fresh state is of the utmost value. With conversion tracking (a feature unlikely to be present on standard software), meat processors can automatically transfer a good to freeze after a certain period, thus preventing spoilage.

Companies in the industry also often monitor information pertinent to entire batches rather than individual items. As such, in meat processing software, accurate tracking of lot numbers is extremely valuable (relevant in the conversion tracking example just above).

Since the data is available and easily accessible, it also makes handling any recalls easy, as well as complying with USDA requirements and other food regulations. A proper ERP system can therefore both raise quality and decrease costs for an organization.

 

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Bista Solutions’ latest ERP software, OptoMeat, has been designed specifically with the meat industry in mind. OptoMeat gives both the value of typical ERP programs, but with the customization for meat processing that makes it a good fit for such companies.

Features of the meat processing software include:

  • Accurate tracking of lot #’s and serial #’s
  • Tracking of meat through the conversion process (e.g., fresh to frozen)
  • Projections/history for sales, purchases, etc.
  • Auto movement of received products
  • Tracking of wastage and byproducts
  • Quick and accurate reporting through the analytics dashboard
  • Easy-to-use layout
  • Easy quality control
  • Apps for additional customization

 

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OptoMeat features an organized startup menu for easy access.
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Upper management can use the analytics dashboard to see an overview of the company, including sales, receivables, purchases, and more.
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Quickly add items using a barcode scanner.
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Track Lot #s for information pertinent to batches.
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Easily export data to create reports, such as Tonnage (Inventory Consumption) Report.
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Run quality checks and track data.

 

Bista Solutions created OptoMeat by working with clients in the meat processing industry and designing it specifically for their unique requirements. As a result, the software is tailored to your industry needs.

Bista Solutions also can customize the meat processing software further for the individual client. If you’re interested in OptoMeat or have any questions, please contact us at sales@bistasolutions.com. You can also give us a call at +1 (858) 401 2332.

Odoo 11 & Its Modules

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Odoo 11 is one of the earliest versions of Odoo. The recent latest version is Odoo 16. Odoo 11 was released and we will highlight some improved modules of Odoo 11 at that time. Also, Odoo 11 is supported on python3 and higher versions only.

Speed:

Odoo 11 had a much better loading speed. Loading speed is 2-3 times faster than Odoo 10.

Menus:

Sales and CRM have separate menus in Odoo 11

Website and Website Admin menu in Odoo 10 have merged into a single menu named Website menu.

Kanban View:

New Kanban Layout with a Useful Progress Bar for example in CRM -> Pipeline.

New App:

Online Appointments:

Allow customers or visitors to book a meeting. It also allows setting reminders through mail and SMS service.

Marketing Automation:

Automate repetitive actions such as email campaigns for the customer. For example, if you want to enroll in every new activity done in the specific campaign it sends mail to a targeted customer in a timely manner to keep up-to-date and also set the automated reminder for any activities.

Accounting Dashboard:

A new Configuration bar is introduced in order to set up and navigate the Company Data, Bank Accounts, Fiscal Year, Chart of accounts, and Initial Balance.

POS:

The Pricelist feature is included.

Sales:

Proforma Invoices – Print Proforma invoices directly from the sale order.

Product Catalog – New menu added to manage product, pricelist, and variants.

Improved Configuration -> Setting:

Global Search across all Settings and switch from the setting of one app to another.

Website:

Improved customize URL in website builder: In Odoo 10, on creating the new page from the website builder the url includes “/page/” by default which is removed in Odoo 11.

Website New Features:

Wishlist – Customers can add products to their wishlist so that they can buy their favorite products faster.

Product Comparator – Allows comparing the products.

Product Availability – Allows to show the quantity of product available and also to make product inactive which is not available.

Coupons and Promotions – Added coupons and promotions system.

Inventory:

Unlock button in Delivery Order – Allows you to update the quantity of product even though it is validated.

Picking Type – New Picking Type i.e. mrp_operation (Manufacturing Operation) is added along with internal, incoming, and outgoing. As you can see in Inventory Dashboard there is one new Kanban as Manufacturing is present which includes Manufacturing Order.

Keyboard Shortcut:

Increased keyboard shortcut.

CRM:

Clicking the Mark Won button in Pipeline – a rainbow with a smile appears to send a message about performance.

Project:

Sale and Invoice – Create projects or tasks on the validation of sales orders.

Subtask – Can create subtask by selecting the Parent Task in both Community and Enterprise.

Task Merge – Can merge the duplicate task.

Timesheets:

Leaves – Leaves can be automatically recorded in the timesheet.

Reminders – Automate emails to remind employees and managers to fill their timesheets.

Uninstall App:

While uninstalling any app wizard shows up using which one can select the modules they want to uninstall and its related records get deleted.

New payment acquirer:

Payumoney and payment Stripe.

Bista Solutions is a longtime Odoo partner and implementation provider. If you have any queries regarding the above highlights of Odoo 11 and also looking forward to Odoo 11 implementation or migration for the existing Odoo, feel free to reach out to us at sales@bistasolutions.com.

How Can Cloud ERP Improve Your Company’s Day-To-Day Business Performance?

Benefits of Cloud Based ERP

Cloud based ERP solutions play a crucial role in a company’s day-to-day operations once it is implemented. Besides reducing hardware data and storage costs and offering flexible solutions that accommodate growth and scaling, the most significant benefit of a cloud ERP is accessibility to real-time information and a streamlined solution. With a cloud based ERP solution, one has access to real-time data across multiple platforms, from desktop to mobile devices.

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Cloud based ERP solutions maintain an alignment between departments which reduces the issue of missing information, duplication, or other errors. This helps us to generate more accurate and complete information enabling an organization to make more optimal and transparent decision making. It also allows the option of integrating any other application with the ERP platform. Which in turn allows for easier access to complementary/supporting information and decision making. Integration of all departments and functions of a company into a single system that has the multi-functional capacity of streamlining and backing up the processes into a cloud for extreme security and anywhere / anytime accessibility undoubtedly enhances the performance of a company.

Streamlined processes:

Various departments in a company tend to maintain their own data on a number of software. Problems arise when data from one department is to be transferred to another, a tedious process when each department maintains data in different forms, formats or on different software.

Cloud based ERPs are collaborative and integrative with other systems. They not only help integrate software and data. But also link different processes between departments so that communication between them is fluid. For example, one of its greatest strengths is streamlining the operation through which your business takes customer orders and processes them into invoices and revenues. This is the order fulfillment process, which can either be long and complicated – or rapid and efficient. When one department finishes with an order. it is automatically routed via your ERP software and moved along to the next department.

Easy to handle:

  • Cloud based ERP works on Software as a Service (SaaS) which allows users to access ERP software using the Internet.
  • Cloud based ERP has low cost as the resources needed to install, operate, maintain and handled are typically lower rather than purchasing solutions that are hosted “on-premise”.
  • Cloud based ERP also gives companies access to their business-critical applications at any time from any location.

Centralized and collaborative:

Instead of having a company’s front and back-office applications in separate systems. Using one cloud platform allows the apps to communicate with each other and share a central database. This reduces data loss.

  • On the other hand. “on-premise” systems are installed using high setup costs and time by a local IT team. The cost of setup must also include maintenance of hardware, server rooms, and more.
  • When it’s time to upgrade the ERP system. it must be deployed again on the system and the associated users, computers and reimplement various customizations and integrations that were installed on an earlier software. Basically, duplicating these efforts and expenses every so often.
  • A cloud based ERP provider hosts and maintains all of the IT infrastructure. Ensures the system is always running, and that the data is secure.
  • Cloud based ERP automatically adjusts and dynamically provisions additional resources to handle the ERP deployments usually takes 3-6 months compared to the 12 months that it typically takes to implement an on-premise solution.
  • By moving to a cloud based ERP solution. Business processes can improve productivity, decrease costs and increase efficiency on a effective scale.

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