ERP and performance of companies in Romania

How does the implementation of ERP solutions influence the financial performance of companies? Using data for 406 of companies from Romania, we assessed the impact of the implementation of ERP solutions on the profitability and productivity of companies. We performed this analysis using companies' financial data for the period between 1999 and 2000. The analysis of the influence of ERP implementation on the two indicators was carried out both from the perspective of users' perception and from the perspective of the evolution over time of these financial indicators. Our results revealed a limited impact of the implementation of ERP systems on profitability and productivity, in line with the expectations of managers.