Inventory management and ERP at the University of Pretoria: Investigation, optimization and implementation

Abstract

Information integration in a large business is a critical factor for achieving a competitive advantage and the importance of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and the implementation of the appropriate system cannot be stressed enough; however, the success rests in the approach to and research into the implementation process. Since the University of Pretoria has procured Oracle PeopleSoft, the successful Phase II implementation of the PeopleSoft SCM Inventory module is the main focus of this project. This will be done through gaining a thorough understanding of the PeopleSoft SCM Inventory module and a meticulous investigation of one of the typical inventory environments at UP, the stationary store. After complete investigation of the current policies and procedures, an appropriate optimization process regarding the inventory practices is followed in order to populate PeopleSoft with the best possible information. Subsequently the unique configurations on PeopleSoft SCM Inventory will be designed. Finally a revised inventory model will be delivered for the purpose of the Phase 2 implementation of Oracle PeopleSoft at UP.