- Is ERP software suitable for small businesses in India?
- Yes. PMTechERP is specifically designed for small business manufacturers in India. Starting at ₹15,000/month with 4-week go-live, it's accessible to businesses with 5–100 employees. 60% of PMTechERP's 5,000+ customers are small businesses — the largest small business ERP user base in India.
- What ERP features do small businesses need?
- Small business ERP essential features: GST-compliant accounting, basic inventory management, purchase orders, sales order management, payroll (PF/ESI), and production tracking. PMTechERP Starter includes all these for ₹15,000/month. Optional add-ons: CRM, advanced manufacturing, quality management as business grows.
- What is the minimum cost of ERP for small business in India?
- Small business ERP minimum cost India: PMTechERP Starter ₹15,000/month (₹1.8 Lakhs/year). Includes 5 users, core ERP modules, cloud hosting, GST support. This is 95% cheaper than SAP B1 for small business (₹25–80 Lakhs implementation). ERP for small business is now affordable.
- How long does ERP setup take for a small business?
- PMTechERP small business ERP setup: Week 1 — data collection and configuration, Week 2 — masters setup and workflows, Week 3 — data migration from Tally/Excel, Week 4 — training and go-live. 4 weeks total. Small business operations disruption is minimal.
- Does small business ERP include mobile apps?
- Yes. PMTechERP small business ERP includes free iOS and Android apps. Small business owners can approve purchase orders, check inventory, view daily sales, and see production status from their phone — anywhere, anytime. Mobile ERP is essential for small business owners who travel frequently.
- Can small business ERP handle GST filing?
- Yes. PMTechERP small business ERP includes full GST compliance: GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-2A reconciliation, e-invoicing (IRN), e-way bills, TDS/TCS. Small businesses save ₹3–5 Lakhs/year in accountant fees with automated GST ERP.
- What happens if my small business outgrows the ERP?
- PMTechERP small business ERP is designed to grow with you. Upgrade from Starter (5 users) to Professional (25 users) to Enterprise (unlimited) without data migration or system change. Same ERP, just more users and modules. No disruption when your small business becomes medium-sized.
- Is ERP better than Tally for small business?
- ERP vs Tally for small business: Tally handles accounting only. ERP manages production, inventory, HR, sales, quality PLUS accounting — all integrated. PMTechERP small business ERP replaces Tally + 4–6 other software, eliminating data duplication and saving 5–10 hours/week in manual work.
- Can a small business afford ERP software?
- Yes. At ₹15,000/month, PMTechERP small business ERP costs less than 2 part-time data entry operators. Yet ERP eliminates 10–15 hours/week of manual work, reduces inventory carrying costs by 20%, and prevents GST errors (penalties ₹1–5 Lakhs/year for non-compliance). ERP pays for itself in 3–6 months for most small businesses.
- Which small business ERP is easiest to use in India?
- PMTechERP is rated the easiest-to-use ERP for small business in India (G2 2026, Ease of Use: 9.2/10). Simple interface designed for non-IT users, Hindi support, WhatsApp-based help, and video tutorials in Hindi for every feature. Small business teams learn PMTechERP in days, not months.