ERP software development services

February 6, 2025

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Itransition provides end-to-end ERP development services to help companies of all sizes improve operational efficiency, enhance business process visibility, and facilitate data-driven decision-making across different departments with a tailored ERP solution built from the ground up.

About Itransition

10+ years in ERP services

50+ completed projects of different scales across various industries, including retail, ecommerce, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, and insurance

Hands-on expertise in delivering custom and platform-based ERP solutions

Strategic partnership with Odoo and NetSuite

A Microsoft Solutions Partner

Our case studies

21%

sales growth

Custom manufacturing ERP

We provided a leading UK furniture manufacturer with a custom ERP/CRM software suite, including an integrated ecommerce module and ERP mobile app, to achieve agility and streamline its back-office and customer-facing workflows.

80%

reduction in manual efforts

An Odoo-based solution

We delivered an Odoo-based solution for an automotive company to get visibility into its core business processes and automate fleet and inventory management, accounting, invoicing, and HR tasks.

ERP system for a repair and maintenance service company

90%

manual tasks automated

ERP system for a repair and maintenance service company

Itransition implemented a cloud-based ERP solution on Odoo, which helped the customer automate core business processes, facilitate data-driven decision-making, reduce purchase order approval time by 50%, and accelerate work order management by 100%.

21%

sales growth

Custom manufacturing ERP

80%

reduction in manual efforts

An Odoo-based solution

We delivered an Odoo-based solution for an automotive company to get visibility into its core business processes and automate fleet and inventory management, accounting, invoicing, and HR tasks.

90%

manual tasks automated

ERP system for a repair and maintenance service company

21%

sales growth

Custom manufacturing ERP

80%

reduction in manual efforts

An Odoo-based solution

We delivered an Odoo-based solution for an automotive company to get visibility into its core business processes and automate fleet and inventory management, accounting, invoicing, and HR tasks.

90%

manual tasks automated

ERP system for a repair and maintenance service company

Our customers say

We hadn’t worked with any third-party software vendor before and were impressed with the interaction framework Itransition team developed for the project. Their experts took a proactive approach, helping us build solid communication channels that best fit our needs and enabled efficiency and productivity despite working from different continents. We communicated our operational issues, and Itransition suggested the solution to meet our business needs. We recommend Itransition as a reliable technological partner in collaborations of any complexity.

Michael Hakimi

Head of Business Development at CyberNet Communications, Inc.

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ERP software development roadmap we follow

1

Discovery

We analyze your business needs and objectives, define key business functions, workflows, and activities, conduct existing IT environment evaluation, prepare ERP software requirements specification, and outline potential challenges.

2

Design

Our team develops the enterprise resource planning software architecture according to the specified requirements. We outline key features, modules, and integration scope and select an optimal tech stack.

3

Planning

Our project manager defines the project scope, deliverables, implementation framework, budget, and metrics to track the project’s progress. We also develop data migration and risk management strategies and plan user onboarding.

4

Development

The coding phase encompasses UX/UI development, front-end and back-end development, integration with other types of corporate software, and database setup to migrate and store legacy data.

5

Testing

We involve QA experts and focus groups and apply test automation software to identify performance issues, run security tests to spot vulnerabilities, and carefully assess whether the overall solution matches your business activities and processes.

6

Deployment

Our team deploys your ERP system in an on-premises or cloud environment depending on the selected hosting model, migrates business data to the new software for ensured data integrity, and conducts user onboarding and training.

7

Post-launch support

Our ERP support team takes care of system fine-tuning and troubleshooting, technology upgrades, and user support upon request.

Custom ERP solutions vs platform-based ERP software

Before initiating custom ERP software development, our consultants assess whether a more affordable platform-based ERP application can cover your specific needs. To make a sound choice between the two ERP approaches, we factor in the following parameters.

Custom ERP software

Off-the-shelf ERP system

Features

A fully tailored set of features, modules, and integrations

A fixed architecture with built-in functionality defined by the ERP vendor

Costs

Upfront ERP software development costs defined by the ERP complexity

High long-term costs due to recurring software license fees

Timeline

Extended delivery time due to UX/UI design, app development, and testing

Faster time-to-market since the platform is ready to be deployed

Support

Updates and maintenance are performed in-house or by an outsourcing company

Maintenance and support can be included in the subscription (SaaS)

Modifications

Wide configuration and customization capabilities

Limited options within predefined settings established by the provider

Change management

Minimal workflow changes required since the ERP system is tailored to your processes

Out-of-the-box ERP implementation can require changes in the established workflows

Good for

Organizations with specific needs and established workflows

Companies with limited budgets and flexible business processes

Custom ERP software: key capabilities

We deliver cloud and on-premises ERP solutions with a combination of built-in modules and software integrations selected according to your specific business requirements.

Customer relationship management

Customer order management
Sales workflow automation
Customer information management

Personalized user experience
Shipment tracking and notifications
Customer retention and loyalty

Human resources management

Recruiting and onboarding
Staff allocation
Payment processing

Performance management
Staff training and development
Document and knowledge management

Business intelligence

KPI assessment
Sales trend forecasting
Budgeting and financial forecasting

Customer data analysis and visualization
Real-time campaign tracking
Operational intelligence

Accounting & finance

Financial management and planning
Profitability analysis
Invoice processing
Tax payment processing

Payroll management
Accounts payable and receivable
General ledger management
Financial reporting

Marketing & sales

Marketing campaigns optimization
Omnichannel sales
Customer segmentation and targeting

Tailored promotions
Customer journey visibility
Purchasing history tracking

Production management

Production planning and control
Quality inspection
Productivity tracking
IoT-enabled predictive asset maintenance

Product lifecycle management (PLM)
Production expenses management
Asset maintenance

Inventory & supply chain management

Procurement management
Automated supply chain management
Logistics management
Returns management

Warehouse inventory management
Order processing and delivery management
Supplier relationship management (SRM)

Project management

Project planning
Tasks assignment and tracking
Team collaboration tools

Project monitoring and controlling
Risk management
Project documentation

Accelerate your digital transformation with tailored ERP software

Custom ERP software integration

By integrating your ERP software with other corporate applications and tools, we help you eliminate data silos and establish a unified back-office management center and a single source of truth. To ensure maximum interoperability, our ERP experts combine different integration approaches depending on your requirements and the existing software ecosystem.

Approaches

Custom
Our developers connect an ERP software solution with other corporate applications through custom connectors, ensuring seamless connectivity and high security.
Native integration
We perform ERP integration with pre-configured connectors provided by the software vendor.
iPaaS
Our team implements highly scalable iPaaS-based integration solutions to manage data transformation and transfer across applications.

Integration methods

Interface embedding
Integration created by embedding the interface of one system into another
API-based
Integration via API. The application logic level allows the exchange of both data and commands (if necessary)
Data synchronization
Integration through data synchronization (ETL/ELT)

Factors to consider

Number of integrations needed
Uni- or bi-directional integrations
Possibility of backdate changes in data
Granularity of the data passing back and forth

ERP development process: cost factors

When estimating the cost of ERP system development and deployment, we consider the following factors.

Features
Set of functionalities in each distinct module and the number of ERP modules making up your solution

Integrations
Integration approach and the number of integrations with internal and external software systems

Development team
Designers, developers, testers, and project managers required for the project depending on the ERP functionality, integration scope, and development timeframes

Training
Upskilling initiatives to help your staff get acquainted with the new tool

Maintenance
Any support activities that ensure smooth, long-term operation of your ERP system

Process fine-tuning
Adjustments to your business workflows to improve alignment with the new solution and enhance productivity

Upgrades
Further updates and customizations adapting the ERP’s capabilities to evolving business needs

Get a ballpark estimation of your ERP project from Itransition’s consultants

ERP change management: best practices

While custom ERP software is developed in full alignment with your established workflows and business processes, post-release user support and change management are essential aspects of a successful adoption strategy we focus on.

Impact assessment

An estimate of the potential benefits of ERP development and related challenges to set up a suitable adoption plan.

Workflow adjustments

Process changes aimed at better integrating a custom ERP system into your day-to-day business operations.

Training & support

Ongoing end-user support and corporate training via eLearning, in-class sessions, and workshops to streamline the adoption of the new ERP system.

Management & staff buy-in

Proactive communication with business stakeholders about the adoption scope, goals, and early achievements to promote a digital-friendly corporate culture.

ERP quality assurance activities we perform

Functional testing

To assess the actual ERP system's operation and output in light of your software specifications and functional requirements.

Usability testing

To evaluate your ERP's effectiveness and intuitiveness in a real-life corporate scenario, specifically for its target audience.

Performance testing

To examine custom software stability, stress resilience, scalability, and responsiveness under standard and extreme conditions.

Security testing

To identify potential vulnerabilities and safeguard your data via pre-audit evaluation, penetration tests, and code reviews.

Compatibility testing

To make sure your custom ERP interacts seamlessly with other software, networks, and devices in your digital environment.

Compliance testing

To determine whether your final product is built in line with major quality standards and data management regulations.

ERP upgrade vs ERP replacement

Once your existing system no longer meets your requirements in terms of functionality, performance, integrations, and scalability, you'll face the "upgrade or replace" dilemma. Here are some guidelines that we have worked out to help your company decide whether to enhance your ERP through customization or develop new ERP software from scratch.

ERP customization

Key benefits

Lower development costs, as adding new modules and features is faster than creating new ERP software Easier adoption and less training, since your staff will already be familiar with your ERP’s core functionalities Lower risks of technical issues and easier rollback, compared to the end-to-end implementation of a new software system

Recommended when

A simple upgrade already covers all necessary additions and fixes Fully replacing your ERP management system is too expensive and disruptive You expect personalization to deliver similar ROI with less risk

ERP development

Key benefits

Long-term cost savings and higher ROI with a modern ERP solution matching your evolving needs Fewer compatibility issues with external software compared to legacy systems undergoing multiple upgrades Generally superior usability and configurability of new enterprise resource planning systems implementing innovative technologies

Recommended when

Functionality gaps can't be filled with mere modifications Your legacy ERP app is no longer supported by the vendor Massive infrastructure upgrades would cost more than the actual replacement

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