Zensar Technologies partners with Microsoft to launch Cloud based ERP solution for SMEs

Zensar Technologies, the leading global technology and business process Company today announced the launch of an innovative solution for the small and medium enterprises (SMEs) sector for the domestic market.

Zensar's hosted Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Solution is powered by Microsoft's Dynamics ERP, a complete ERP solution from Microsoft for mid-sized organizations with proven industry-specific functionality even for highly specialized industries. The web-based ERP solution launched by Zensar is tailored to the specific needs of emerging Indian small and midsize manufacturing companies, who are facing multiple challenges of high growth, shortage of in-house IT systems and talent, and budget restraints. The combined expertise of Microsoft the worldwide leader in business applications and Zensar's SME-specific solution portfolio and understanding of the local market, assures Indian companies of a solution that enables businesses with industry-specific, scalable and affordable solutions.

"SMEs play a vital role in the economy and need IT enablements that are world class, affordable and customized to the Indian environment We have leveraged our software development, hosting and cloud computing expertise in collaboration with leading OEMs to provide best-in-class hosted ERP software to the SME Automotive cluster in the country. Our vision is to expand our offerings in the SME market segment to other clusters such as Leather, Textile", said Harsh Kohli, Associate Vice President and Head of the Manufacturing Vertical in Zensar.

At the occasion, Krishna Ramaswami, vp and Head-Strategic Services Unit, Zensar said, "We are a seasoned player in the ERP market with over 1000 associates working on multiple projects for Fortune 1000 customers. Our team of Microsoft Dynamics ERP experts has carried out over 50 implementations and we are a Services Provider Agreement (SPA) and Services Provider License Agreement (SPLA) partner for the entire range of MS Dynamics suite of products."

Zensar has had a long standing relationship with Microsoft contributing towards the rapid uptake of technology among smaller businesses in India. As part of the partnership, Zensar will manage the entire solution including Microsoft Dynamics Navision Enterprise Resource Planning {ERP) platform, cloud infrastructure, company specific configuration, application and training support and program management The solution was devised with specific inputs from OEMs, industry experts and was supported by Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) to bring an unique architecture with in-built capabilities and low pricing dynamics making it a best fit solution for the manufacturing SME clusters in India and is an investment towards providing better productivity lea-ding to increased profitability, market share and customer service.

"As smaller enterprises in India surge ahead, automating business processes and enhancing effectiveness are their top priorities. Microsoft Dynamics Navision provides an ERP platform that not only integrates all the critical business processes but is also fast to implement, easy to configure and simple to use", said Mr. Subhomoy Sengupta, Group Director, Microsoft India.

"We continue to deliver innovative ERP solutions jointly with our partners to help these businesses increase their efficiency and effectiveness. Zensar's hosted ERP solution on Microsoft Dynamics is yet another testament of our commitment to the growing businesses in India."

The growing importance of SME in the economy as a whole and Zensar in particular has prompted the Company to sign-up for a training programme specifically designed for the SME sector. The capacity building programs for the SME sector will train business consultants with powerful, practical yet simple and effective solutions for systematic improvement of business results in this sector. The candidates will also have an opportunity to work on live projects in Zensar as a part of their training programme.

Source : Equity Bulls

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