Aptean Southware ERP

SouthWare ERP (now part of Aptean) is a fully integrated enterprise resource planning system built for companies that need flexibility and depth, especially those operating in distribution, service, and field-based environments.

Unlike generic ERP platforms, SouthWare combines powerful financial tools with specialized modules for inventory, service management, and customer operations. It’s ideal for organizations that have outgrown entry-level systems and want to streamline complex business processes across departments.

The software’s modular structure means you only implement what you need, whether that’s core accounting, inventory tracking, order entry, or equipment servicing. As your business grows, you can expand your setup without disrupting existing workflows.

Core features of SouthWare ERP

• Financial management: Real-time general ledger, accounts receivable/payable, payroll, and cash flow tools that reduce manual entry and improve visibility into performance.
• Inventory and distribution: Advanced inventory control with multi-location support, lot and serial tracking, demand forecasting, and purchasing automation.
• Service and equipment management: End-to-end service tools for scheduling, dispatching, preventive maintenance, service contracts, and asset history tracking—ideal for businesses managing field equipment or long-term customer installations.
• Sales and CRM: Order processing, customer account history, quoting, and relationship management features all accessible from a single system.
• Dashboards and reporting: Role-specific dashboards and detailed reporting tools that support data-driven decisions, from the warehouse to the executive level.
  
  

A key benefit of SouthWare is its adaptability. While it’s traditionally an on-premise solution, many businesses now run it in hybrid or private cloud environments to support remote access and scalability.

Software features

• Billing
• Business Intelligence/Analytics
• Costing
• CRM
• Financials & Accounting
• HR
• Inventory Management
• Order Management
• Purchasing
• Sales
• Supply Chain Management
• Warehouse Management
• Document Management

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