Businesses often manage finance, inventory, procurement, sales, operations and workforce activities across separate systems.
The brief
An ERP solution can bring these functions into a connected technology environment.
Alive Inc. provides ERP solutions for organizations that need to integrate business processes, modernize operational systems, automate workflows and improve visibility across departments.
Our approach can include ERP integration, custom ERP modules, business software development, APIs, workflow automation, dashboards, cloud infrastructure and ongoing support.
What we build
40 capabilities, grouped into 5 parts.
Part 1 of 5
Capabilities 01–08
ERP, or Enterprise Resource Planning, refers to software systems that connect core business processes through a centralized technology environment. ERP solutions can manage areas such as:
An ERP environment can help organizations reduce disconnected processes and improve information flow between departments.
Every organization has different workflows and operational requirements. Custom ERP solutions can be developed or extended to support:
Custom development can complement an existing ERP rather than requiring a complete replacement.
Organizations may already use ERP software alongside other business applications. ERP integration can connect:
APIs and integration services can help systems exchange information.
ERP and CRM systems serve different but connected business functions. CRM typically manages customer and sales activities, while ERP can manage operational and financial processes. Integration can connect:
This can reduce duplicate data entry and improve visibility between sales and operations. For businesses focused primarily on lead management, Alive CRM — Lead Management CRM can provide a dedicated CRM environment that can also be integrated with other business systems.
E-commerce platforms generate customer, product and order information that may need to reach ERP systems. Integration can synchronize:
This can help create a more connected commerce and operations environment.
Inventory management is a common ERP requirement. ERP inventory solutions can support:
Real-time or scheduled synchronization can connect inventory data with other applications.
Procurement workflows can be managed through ERP systems. Features may include:
Automation can reduce manual steps throughout the procurement lifecycle.
ERP environments can centralize financial information and connect operational activities with finance-related systems. Depending on the system and scope, solutions can support:
Financial implementations should reflect the organization's accounting processes and applicable professional requirements.
Part 2 of 5
Capabilities 09–16
ERP solutions can connect sales activity with downstream business operations. Sales-related ERP functionality can include:
CRM integration can provide additional lead and opportunity management capabilities.
Order processing can involve multiple departments and systems. ERP order workflows can coordinate:
Automation can reduce repetitive operational tasks.
Warehouse operations can be connected with ERP systems. Potential capabilities include:
Mobile applications can also provide warehouse teams with operational access.
Manufacturing organizations may require ERP functionality across production and supply chain operations. Potential modules include:
Custom modules can be developed where standard ERP capabilities do not fully match the production process.
ERP systems can connect multiple stages of the supply chain. Integration can cover:
Connected systems can improve the flow of operational information.
ERP environments can also connect workforce-related processes. Potential functionality includes:
HR requirements can be integrated with broader enterprise systems where appropriate.
Organizations delivering projects can connect project operations with business systems. Project functionality can include:
Integration with finance and customer systems can provide broader project visibility.
ERP solutions can automate repetitive operational processes. Examples include:
Automation rules can be designed around business-specific conditions.
Part 3 of 5
Capabilities 17–24
ERP workflows can coordinate activities between employees, departments and systems. A workflow may include:
This can make operational processes more consistent.
ERP dashboards can provide management with centralized business information. Dashboards can include:
Role-specific dashboards can present different information to executives, managers and operational teams.
ERP reporting can provide insights across business functions. Reports can include:
ERP data can also be connected to broader analytics environments when required.
ERP systems often become central repositories of business information. Data management can include:
Data quality is particularly important when multiple applications exchange ERP information.
Organizations replacing or modernizing ERP systems may need to migrate historical information. Migration can include:
A migration process should include mapping, validation, testing and controlled deployment.
Older ERP systems may continue supporting critical operations while becoming difficult to integrate or maintain. Modernization can include:
Modernization can be implemented incrementally to reduce disruption.
Cloud infrastructure can provide centralized access to ERP applications and supporting services. Cloud ERP environments can support:
Cloud architecture should be designed according to application and business continuity requirements.
Mobile ERP applications can provide employees with operational access outside traditional desktop environments. Mobile functionality can include:
Mobile applications can connect securely to ERP APIs.
Part 4 of 5
Capabilities 25–32
APIs can connect ERP systems with internal and external applications. ERP APIs can support:
API design should consider authentication, authorization, rate limiting, error handling and data validation.
ERP environments may need connections to specialized platforms. Examples include:
Integration scope depends on the capabilities of the ERP and connected platforms.
ERP systems can contain sensitive business and operational information. Security considerations can include:
Permissions should be structured around organizational responsibilities.
Different departments require different levels of ERP access. Roles may include:
Role-based access can restrict sensitive functions and information to authorized users.
ERP architecture should accommodate organizational growth. Scalable ERP environments can support:
Cloud infrastructure and modular architecture can help support expansion.
ERP solutions can be adapted for:
Industry-specific ERP requirements can vary significantly based on operations and technology environments.
Retail and e-commerce organizations can use ERP solutions to connect:
Integration with commerce platforms can help synchronize operational information.
Part 5 of 5
Capabilities 33–40
Manufacturing ERP solutions can connect production, procurement, inventory and operational workflows.
Custom modules can support specialized production requirements.
Logistics organizations can connect orders, inventory, warehouse operations, shipment information and customer data.
Professional services businesses can use ERP solutions for:
Depending on project requirements, ERP solutions can use:
The technology stack should be selected according to ERP complexity, integration requirements and long-term maintainability.
Organizations do not always need to replace their existing ERP. Integration may be appropriate when:
Replacement may be considered when the existing ERP can no longer meet important operational or technical requirements.
The right choice depends on business complexity, budget, implementation requirements and the amount of customization required.
An ERP solution may be valuable when:
Alive Inc. combines custom software development, API integration, CRM, e-commerce, cloud, mobile, automation and enterprise development capabilities. Our ERP solution approach can include:
Rather than treating ERP as an isolated application, we can design it as part of a connected business technology environment.
How we deliver
13 stages, in order.
We understand your organizational structure, processes and operational objectives.
Current ERP platforms, applications, databases and integrations are reviewed.
Business workflows are documented across departments.
Application, data, integration, cloud and security architecture are defined.
Required ERP modules and custom functionality are prioritized.
Interfaces are designed around different ERP user roles.
Required modules, workflows and business functionality are developed or configured.
CRM, e-commerce, payment, shipping and other systems are connected.
Existing data is mapped, migrated and validated where required.
Functional, integration, security, performance and user acceptance testing is performed.
The ERP environment is deployed through a controlled rollout.
Users can be supported through documentation and onboarding.
ERP systems can receive ongoing maintenance, enhancements and integration support.
Why Alive Inc
ERP is built as part of a connected business technology environment, not as an isolated application.
Modules and workflows are built where standard ERP capabilities do not fit the process.
CRM, e-commerce, cloud, mobile, automation and enterprise development from one team.
Support continues after launch for integrations, enhancements and maintenance.
Questions & Answers
Answers to common questions about ERP Solutions at Alive Inc.
An ERP solution connects core business processes such as sales, procurement, inventory, operations and finance within a centralized technology environment.
Yes. Custom ERP applications and modules can be developed around specialized business workflows and industry requirements.
Yes. Existing ERP systems can be extended through custom modules, interfaces, APIs and integrations where the platform supports such customization.
Yes. CRM and ERP systems can exchange customer, order, product and other business information.
Yes. E-commerce platforms can be connected with ERP systems for product, inventory, order and customer synchronization.
Yes. Cloud migration can be planned around the ERP application's architecture, data, dependencies, security and availability requirements.
Yes. ERP migration can include customer, product, inventory, supplier, order and other relevant business data.
Yes. Procurement, approvals, inventory alerts, order processing, notifications and other repetitive workflows can be automated.
Yes. Mobile ERP applications can be developed for employees, field teams, managers and other authorized users.
Timelines depend on the number of modules, integrations, users, data migration requirements and customization complexity.
ERP costs depend on solution scope, customization, integrations, infrastructure, migration and ongoing support requirements.
Discuss Your ERP Requirements
An ERP system should connect the processes that keep your organization running.
Alive Inc. can help you integrate, customize, modernize or develop ERP solutions that connect sales, inventory, procurement, operations, customer management and other business systems.
Whether you are implementing a new ERP environment or improving an existing one, we can help create a scalable technology architecture around your operational requirements.
