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Dr. SSN Raju

  • “Driving Business Transformation through ERP Excellence.”

  • “Seasoned ERP Professional | Simplifying Complex Systems.”

  • “Turning ERP into a Growth Engine for Organizations.”

  • “Decades of ERP expertise in delivering scalable business solutions.”
  • “From strategy to execution: ERP leadership you can trust.”
  • “Aligning Technology with Business through ERP Innovation.”

  • “Optimizing People, Processes, and Platforms via ERP.”

  • “ERP Specialist – Bridging Business Goals and Technology.”

 ERP/CRM MY Hand On Work Summary

Core Expertise

I am a seasoned professional with deep expertise in implementation

  • ERPNext

  • SAP

  • Oracle Fusion

  • Peoplesoft

  • BAAN

  • Inhouse ERP/CRM

Implementation Focus

My primary focus is on end-to-end implementation, solution design and architecture, business process re-engineering, or custom module development and integration within the ERP/CRM domain.

Global Project Leadership

I possess significant experience in global project management, leading cross-functional and multi-cultural teams. I am proficient in navigating complex international regulatory and business environments to ensure harmonized, successful system rollouts.

Remote/Virtual Experience

My experience includes successfully delivering projects in entirely virtual environments, mastering the tools and methodologies required for efficient digital collaboration, stakeholder alignment, and risk mitigation in distributed teams.

Key Functional Areas

My specialization lies in the all functional Business streams of 

  • Financial Accounting (FI)

  • Sales & Distribution (SD)

  • Supply Chain Management (SCM)

  • Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP)

  • Customer Relations Management (CRM)

  • Services management (SM)

  • Human Resource Management (HRM)

  • Payroll (PR).

Project Organizations

I have successfully led and rendered projects for the following organizations:

Tags

ERPNext – Open Source

Oracle – In-house Development

Oracle ERP – Commercial

SAP – Commercial

  • Rajinder Group, Bombay – IT & Satellite Communication – Oracle 

  • Global Telecom Ltd, Bombay – ERP & Software Services Setup – Oracle

  • Cybermate Infotech Ltd, Hyderabad – Entrepreneur Consulting – Oracle

  • Fortune Technologies Ltd, USA – IT Training & ERP – Oracle ERP Training

  • KCP Ltd, Chennai – Consulting Services Setup _ Oracle 

  • Softcom Systems, Hyderabad – Software Training – Oracle

  • Nippon Koei Co, Japan (World Bank Project) – Oracle

  • Indotronix, USA – Offshore Development & Content Mgmt -Oracle

  • Confluence Educational Services – ERPNext

  • Business Software Services – Oracle

  • SOL Pharmaceuticals _ Oracle

  • APPM Ltd – SAP

  • BPL India – Oracle

  • Bandekar Group – Oracle

  • CFL – SAP

Measurable Impact

My proven track record includes delivering desired outcomes.

Top 5 ERP/CRM Brands (Commercial) and (Open Source)

1. Top 5 ERP/CRM Brands (Commercial) – Text Format

1. SAP (ERP, S/4HANA)

  • Primary Focus: Enterprise ERP. Known for massive scale, deep industry-specific solutions (especially manufacturing), and complex business process management.

  • Parent Link: Visit SAP Website

  • Official Learning: SAP Learning Hub (Paid Subscription Model) – Go to Learning Hub

2. Oracle (Fusion Cloud ERP & CX)

  • Primary Focus: Cloud & Database Power. Offers a broad suite of integrated cloud-based ERP and CX (CRM) applications, strong in financials and large-scale data processing.

  • Parent Link: Visit Oracle Website

  • Official Learning: Oracle University / MyLearn (Includes free training and paid certifications) – Go to MyLearn

3. Salesforce (Sales, Service, Marketing Cloud)

  • Primary Focus: CRM Leader. The undisputed leader in CRM, focused on sales, service, and marketing automation. Their platform is highly extensible and community-driven.

  • Parent Link: Visit Salesforce Website

  • Official Learning: Trailhead (Free Learning Platform) – Start Learning on Trailhead

4. Microsoft Dynamics 365 (ERP & CRM)

  • Primary Focus: Integration & Productivity. Combines ERP and CRM into one platform that integrates seamlessly with the entire Microsoft 365 ecosystem.

  • Parent Link: Visit Microsoft Dynamics Website

  • Official Learning: Microsoft Learn for Dynamics 365 (Free Modules and Guided Paths) – Go to Microsoft Learn

5. Sage (Sage Intacct, Sage X3)

  • Primary Focus: SMB Focus. Provides specialized solutions focusing on accounting, payroll, and business management, primarily catering to the Small to Mid-Sized Business (SMB) market.

  • Parent Link: Visit Sage Website

  • Official Learning: Sage University (Product-specific training and courses) – Go to Sage University

2. Top 5 ERP/CRM Brands (Open Source) – Text Format

1. Odoo (Community Edition)

  • Primary Focus: Modular & Comprehensive Suite. Offers a massive ecosystem of apps for nearly every business need (ERP, CRM, Websites, Manufacturing). Highly scalable; the free Community version is very functional.

  • Parent Link: Visit Odoo Website

  • Official Learning: Odoo Documentation / Odoo eLearning (User guides, tutorials) – Go to Odoo Docs

2. ERPNext

  • Primary Focus: Simple & Full-Featured. Built on the Frappe Framework, it’s known for its user-friendly interface and simplicity, making it ideal for Small to Mid-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) across various sectors.

  • Parent Link: Visit ERPNext Website

  • Official Learning: ERPNext Documentation / User Forum (Comprehensive user manuals and guides) – Go to Docs

3. Dolibarr (ERP & CRM)

  • Primary Focus: Lightweight & Easy to Use. Designed specifically for Small Businesses, Freelancers, and Associations. Focuses on core needs like invoicing, CRM, and inventory without complexity.

  • Parent Link: Visit Dolibarr Website

  • Official Learning: Dolibarr Documentation / Wiki (Guides and tutorials for setup/use) – Go to Wiki/Documentation

4. Apache OFBiz

  • Primary Focus: Robust Framework. A highly customizable, mature framework that provides a suite of business applications. Best suited for developers and enterprises that require deep customization and control.

  • Parent Link: Visit Apache OFBiz Website

  • Official Learning: Apache OFBiz Documentation (Developer guides, technical specs) – Go to Documentation

5. Tryton

  • Primary Focus: Modular & Stable. Known for its clean, modular design that is robust and reliable, suitable for businesses of all sizes, allowing users to install only the modules they require.

  • Parent Link: Visit Tryton Website

  • Official Learning: Tryton Documentation (Tutorials and technical documentation) – Go to Docs

 

 

ERP Blogs

 

The AI-Powered ERP: What Your Business Needs to Know Now 

ERPNext: The Open-Source Backbone for Modern Business

The Ultimate SAP S/4HANA Career Guide: Paths, Learning Resources, and Certification Roadmap

The Ultimate Oracle Fusion Cloud Career Guide: Paths, Learning Resources, and Certification Roadmap 

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