While enterprise resource planning has been helping businesses streamline their processes and boost efficiency for a while, the market continues to grow and adapt to new technologies. This growth has presented more options to choose from for companies seeking business management software, particularly for businesses in the growth stage. 

Eval-Source, a software evaluation service, recently released its ERP Cloud Buyer's Guide, highlighting the many options that buyers have when considering ERP solutions. The guide highlighted many new trends in the cloud ERP market, including increased functionality, mobility and services for small businesses. 

Improving functionality
Consumers in general want software that's easier to use. ERP buyers are no different. As ERP solutions affect many different parts of an organization, not everyone who uses ERP is as tech-savvy as the IT department. For this reason, ERP systems are including simpler controls and increased functionality to better serve a wide range of users in many different departments. Additionally, users now have more freedom to make their own changes. While SaaS developers are often slow to implement changes, it's exciting to see ERP software continue to grow and adapt to user needs. 

Going mobile
A major trend that the guide highlights is increased mobile functionality. ERP developers understand that enterprise mobility allows workers to be more productive and adaptable to changing business climates, so they're building tools and solutions that can work on many different devices. Cloud ERP makes mobility easier: because the system is housed on a cloud instead of on-site, users are not limited to accessing information at the site. Now they have the power to access their ERP solutions wherever they are. ERP programs also offer increased social engagement for their users and clients. 

Slimming down
As the ERP market grows, more options are emerging for small to medium sized businesses. Cloud computing in general favors smaller operations because it lets them become agile and provides improved scalability as they grow. ERP software is no different, as many ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics NAV are offering slimmed down or modular services which cater to growing businesses. 

At Accent Software, we understand the importance of managing and analyzing data in the manufacturing industry. We also understand the need for growing businesses to run an efficient operation. That's why we work with Microsoft Dynamics NAV, a robust ERP program for growing manufacturers. We help you through the whole process, from training to implementation to consultation. Contact us to learn more about how we can help implement powerful business management software solutions for your enterprise.