Architecture of Open Source ERP Tools.
There are probably as many definitions of software architecture as there are people defining it. Most of them begin by stating that software architecture is the general structure of a system, or that it maps the requirements of a system onto specific design or implementation decisions. From the very beginning of any project, it is extremely important to maintain fluent communications among the various stakeholders in a software system. During the requirements analysis and subsequent reviews, the stakeholders are able to specify their most significant requirements. But, this can be an unstable basis for the project if each group of stakeholders is unsure whether its needs have been understood correctly. Average users, for instance, might not be able to understand use-case specifications in enough detail to offer feedback on them.
The system architecture is often the first project phase at which an overall picture of the requirements emerges. This overview can allow all stakeholders to discuss the system in the same terms. With the help of a good architecture, project owners can be more confident that the requirements they’ve defined are the right ones and in the right format.
Before implementing an open source ERP tool, it is essential to know its architecture. The architecture not only tells the business logic but also defines process work flow. It determines the robustness and flexibility of the tool.
Architectures of some open source ERP tools are discussed below:
1. Open Taps:
