Do You Really Need an ERP? Maybe Not. Here’s the Best ERP Alternative for Small Business
As your business grows, the challenges increase. More customers, more orders, and more moving parts. Spreadsheets no longer cut it, and someone suggests: "Maybe it’s time for an ERP?" But hold on - do you really need one?
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ERP vs CRM: What’s the Difference - and What Do You Really Need?
(And the sweet spot between traditional CRMs and full-on ERPs)
ERP is for complex businesses
ERP systems are designed for large enterprises with complex processes needing a lot of information to be passed between finance, HR, procurement, supply chain and manufacturing.
CRMs help manage customers
Traditional CRMs manage relationships and sales pipelines. They centralise customer data to enable teams to easily access history and sales data.
A mini-ERP is a bit of both
Tall Emu combines CRM power with MYOB or Xero accounting, inventory, order management, and simple manufacturing - without enterprise-level costs. Tall Emu is the best option for small to medium businesses to manage sales and operations, without overkill.
No need to replace accounting software
For small and medium sized businesses, the pain is in operations - not accounting
When most businesses start growing, it’s usually not their accounting software that’s the problem. It’s managing sales, handling complex quotes, tracking stock, and keeping production on track. That’s where a mini-ERP like Tall Emu - not a full-on ERP - comes into play. It also integrates with both Xero and MYOB.
Expanding businesses need the right solutions
Why Tall Emu is the best ERP alternative for small businesses
Tall Emu is the best ERP alternative for growing businesses. It combines the power of a CRM with operational features that help businesses streamline everything from customer management to inventory control, without the high price tag and complexity of traditional ERPs.
Key Features of Tall Emu That Make It the Best ERP Alternative:
✅ Lead & Customer Management – Track and nurture every sale, ensuring nothing slips through the cracks.
✅ Web-Based Quotes – Create and send quotes instantly, even for complex product options.
✅ Serial & Batch Tracking – Ensure full traceability of stock, across multiple locations.
✅ Production Planning – Streamline your manufacturing processes with Bills of Materials (BOM).
✅ Advanced Payments & Invoicing – Manage complex payments, deposits, and partial invoices with ease.
✅ Importing & Landed Costs – Accurately track the true cost of imported goods.
✅ Customer Purchasing Portal – Allow customers to place orders directly with you, improving convenience and sales.
✅ Accounting Integration – Let MYOB or Xero run your finances, and do everything else in Tall Emu.
✅ Customisations to Match Your Business – Need specific fields, reports and features? We can help you, just ask.
Watch webinar recording: Think you need an ERP? Think again.
Watch a recording of our recent webinar to learn why ERP can be overkill for growing businesses and how Tall Emu CRM offers a smarter, more affordable alternative. We cover the key differences, how to cut manual tasks, and real-life examples of businesses who chose CRM over ERP. Perfect for business owners, managers, and anyone looking for a simpler, more cost-effective solution. Presented by Mike Nash, Founder of Tall Emu.
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