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Agreed, although there are more capable ERP systems out there of varying degrees of openness, I've found many of them suffer from one serious core flaw (for my
by drone 13y ago
Agreed, although there are more capable ERP systems out there of varying degrees of openness, I've found many of them suffer from one serious core flaw (for my needs):
Failure to integrate effectively with Quickbooks or QBO (the latter being more likely for most ERP-like systems these days). I understand that some businesses need fewer advanced financial features, but every promise of "integrated one-stop back-end" has left me with having to have multiple processes for the same task.
I wish more of these projects would integrate with common, effective, players in specialized areas rather than trying to "be everything to everyone" - a good ERP system these days would really be glue between the powerhouses moreso than replacements.
Alas, this project looks to be struggling - no blog posts since 2011, and minimal activity over 2013 in github.
- X4 13y agoI wouldn't say the other software are more capable, but rather more featureful. The problem with OpenBravo and SugarCRM is that it's really really difficult to use. Every procedure depends on another procedure and you need a Book to get going. As a company that is a massive backshot when you have to teach existing employees. I argue that simplicity in the UI and clear workflows going through the entire application are essential for success, well and marketing. And tree.io had no good marketing, I hope it gets some fresh wind thanks to HN on Github.
- jacques_chester 13y agoSome ERP projects use single systems, some stitch together "Best of Breed". There's no consensus about which one is the best form of cash bonfire.