Configuration
is the process of setting up software using its existing options. It adjusts features such as user roles, document stages and approval rules to suit how a company works.
Companies often use configuration when introducing an ERP system or changing an established process. It can adapt the software without developing new functionality. However, unclear requirements or unnecessary settings can make the system harder to use and maintain.
An ERP system can be configured around the company’s departments, tax settings, workflows and reporting needs. Testing these settings against real business cases helps confirm that they work together. This gives employees a system that supports agreed processes and responsibilities.
