Specialized ERP systems tailored for the pharmaceutical industry surpass generic alternatives, ensuring shorter implementation times and increased success rates. Relying on ad-hoc arrangements can lead to unforeseen challenges, making pre-baked capabilities within the system's data model crucial for preventing issues with version upgrades. Evaluating ERP systems for pharmaceutical needs requires not just technical expertise but a deeper understanding of compliance, including NDC codes, managing both serial and lot numbers, and addressing inventory based on expiring lots. In this episode, our host, Sam Gupta, discusses the top 10 pharma ERP systems in 2024. He also discusses the crucial needs of pharma companies and how to identify the systems designed for them. Finally, he describes the pros and cons of each solution and where each of them might be a fit.For more information on growth strategies for SMBs using ERP and digital transformation, visit our community at wbs. rocks or elevatiq.com. To ensure that you never miss an episode of the WBS podcast, subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform.