ERP system functionality scope along with the activities/procedures

process:
1. General Ledger (GL) Management

 Functionality: Centralizes financial transactions, including sales, purchases, and

operational expenses, for accurate financial reporting.
 Activity Procedure Process:
1. Transactions like equipment sales or lease revenues are recorded automatically or
manually.
2. Operational costs (e.g., equipment maintenance, transportation) are categorized.
3. Financial statements such as profit and loss reports are generated to assess
business health.

2. Accounts Payable (AP) Management

 Functionality: Tracks and manages payments to equipment suppliers and service

providers.
 Activity Procedure Process:
1. Supplier invoices are matched with purchase orders for machinery or spare parts.
2. Payment schedules are set for wholesale purchases to optimize cash flow.
3. Payments are processed, and vendor account balances are updated in real-time.

3. Accounts Receivable (AR) Management

 Functionality: Monitors customer payments for retail and wholesale sales.

 Activity Procedure Process:
1. Invoices are generated for equipment purchases or rentals.
2. Customer payment terms are tracked, and reminders are sent for overdue
payments.
3. Customer accounts are reconciled, with any disputes resolved promptly.

4. Fixed Asset Management

 Functionality: Manages company-owned construction machinery and retail/warehouse

assets.
 Activity Procedure Process:
1. Assets like forklifts or trucks are recorded with details like acquisition cost and
maintenance schedules.
2. Depreciation is calculated to account for wear and tear.
3. Disposal or resale of assets is tracked, with proceeds posted to the GL.

5. Bank Reconciliation
  Functionality: Ensures the accuracy of cash flows related to daily retail and wholesale
operations.
 Activity Procedure Process:
1. Bank statements are imported into the ERP system.
2. Deposits from customers and outgoing supplier payments are matched against the
GL.
3. Discrepancies are flagged and resolved to ensure cash flow accuracy.

6. Tax Management

 Functionality: Handles local tax compliance for retail and wholesale transactions.
 Activity Procedure Process:
1. Taxes (e.g., VAT, sales tax) are calculated on each transaction.
2. Tax reports are generated to ensure compliance with local regulations.
3. Filing and payment of taxes are tracked within the system.

7. Inventory and Cost Management

 Functionality: Tracks stock levels of construction machinery, spare parts, and

consumables.
 Activity Procedure Process:
1. Inventory levels are updated in real-time as sales or purchases occur.
2. Costs are managed using methods like First-In-First-Out (FIFO) or weighted
average.
3. Stock discrepancies are resolved, and reorder alerts are issued when inventory
drops below threshold levels.

8. Budgeting and Forecasting

 Functionality: Assists in planning expenses for stock replenishment, maintenance, and

growth.
 Activity Procedure Process:
1. Budgets are prepared for procurement, marketing, and operations.
2. Actual spending is compared against budgeted amounts.
3. Forecasts are updated based on seasonal demand and past sales data.

9. Payroll Integration

 Functionality: Manages payroll for employees, including sales staff, technicians, and
delivery personnel.
 Activity Procedure Process:
1. Salaries, commissions, and overtime for staff are calculated.
2. Local tax deductions and benefits are processed automatically.
3. Payments are issued, and payroll records are maintained for audits.
10. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Integration

 Functionality: Manages interactions with retail and wholesale customers.

 Activity Procedure Process:
1. Tracks customer purchase history and preferences.
2. Generates targeted promotions for loyal customers or frequent wholesale buyers.
3. Resolves service inquiries and builds long-term relationships.

11. Audit and Compliance Tracking

 Functionality: Ensures transparency in financial transactions and adherence to local

business regulations.
 Activity Procedure Process:
1. Maintains a detailed audit trail for every transaction, including sales and
expenses.
2. Periodic compliance checks ensure alignment with local laws.
3. Reports are prepared for audits and inspections as required.

12. Multi-Unit or Branch Management

 Functionality: Consolidates financial data from multiple retail outlets or wholesale

branches.
 Activity Procedure Process:
1. Sales and inventory data from each location are centralized.
2. Branch performance reports are generated to evaluate profitability.
3. Stock transfers between branches are tracked and reconciled.

13. Financial Reporting and Analytics

 Functionality: Provides insights into the profitability of machinery sales and rentals.
 Activity Procedure Process:
1. Sales trends and revenue reports are generated for decision-making.
2. Analytics dashboards display key performance indicators (KPIs) like profit
margins and inventory turnover.
3. Custom reports are created to assess the impact of specific business strategies.
Developing a fully functional ERP system for a construction equipment wholesale and retail
shop is a complex task requiring backend and frontend development, database management, and
robust integrations. Below is a conceptual outline of the system architecture using Python
(Django) for the backend, React for the frontend, and PostgreSQL for the database.

I'll provide a simplified code template to demonstrate how these functionalities can be structured:

1. Setup Environment

Install dependencies for a full-stack project:

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pip install django djangorestframework psycopg2-binary
npm install react react-dom axios

2. Create Django Project and Apps

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django-admin startproject construction_erp
cd construction_erp
django-admin startapp accounting
django-admin startapp inventory
django-admin startapp payroll

Add these apps to the INSTALLED_APPS in settings.py.

3. Database Models (Sample: General Ledger and Accounts Payable)

accounting/models.py
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from django.db import models

class GeneralLedger(models.Model):
transaction_date = models.DateField()
description = models.TextField()
transaction_type = models.CharField(max_length=50) # e.g., "Sales",
"Purchase"
amount = models.DecimalField(max_digits=10, decimal_places=2)
category = models.CharField(max_length=50) # e.g., "Maintenance",
"Revenue"
 def __str__(self):
return f"{self.transaction_type} - {self.amount}"

class AccountsPayable(models.Model):
supplier = models.CharField(max_length=100)
invoice_number = models.CharField(max_length=50, unique=True)
due_date = models.DateField()
amount_due = models.DecimalField(max_digits=10, decimal_places=2)
status = models.CharField(max_length=20, choices=[('Pending', 'Pending'),
('Paid', 'Paid')])

def __str__(self):
return f"Invoice {self.invoice_number} - {self.status}"

4. Serializers
accounting/serializers.py
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from rest_framework import serializers
from .models import GeneralLedger, AccountsPayable

class GeneralLedgerSerializer(serializers.ModelSerializer):
class Meta:
model = GeneralLedger
fields = '__all__'

class AccountsPayableSerializer(serializers.ModelSerializer):
class Meta:
model = AccountsPayable
fields = '__all__'

5. Views and APIs

accounting/views.py
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from rest_framework import viewsets
from .models import GeneralLedger, AccountsPayable
from .serializers import GeneralLedgerSerializer, AccountsPayableSerializer

class GeneralLedgerViewSet(viewsets.ModelViewSet):
queryset = GeneralLedger.objects.all()
serializer_class = GeneralLedgerSerializer

class AccountsPayableViewSet(viewsets.ModelViewSet):
queryset = AccountsPayable.objects.all()
serializer_class = AccountsPayableSerializer

6. URLs
construction_erp/urls.py
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from django.contrib import admin
from django.urls import path, include
from rest_framework.routers import DefaultRouter
from accounting.views import GeneralLedgerViewSet, AccountsPayableViewSet

router = DefaultRouter()
router.register(r'general-ledger', GeneralLedgerViewSet)
router.register(r'accounts-payable', AccountsPayableViewSet)

urlpatterns = [
path('admin/', admin.site.urls),
path('api/', include(router.urls)),
]

7. Frontend Example (React)

Display General Ledger Transactions

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import React, { useEffect, useState } from "react";
import axios from "axios";

const GeneralLedger = () => {

const [transactions, setTransactions] = useState([]);

useEffect(() => {
axios.get("/api/general-ledger/").then((response) => {
setTransactions(response.data);
});
}, []);

return (
<div>
<h2>General Ledger</h2>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Date</th>
<th>Description</th>
<th>Type</th>
<th>Amount</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
{transactions.map((transaction) => (
<tr key={transaction.id}>
<td>{transaction.transaction_date}</td>
<td>{transaction.description}</td>
<td>{transaction.transaction_type}</td>
<td>{transaction.amount}</td>
</tr>
 ))}
</tbody>
</table>
</div>
);
};

export default GeneralLedger;

8. Expand for Other Functionalities

Repeat similar processes for:

 Accounts Receivable: Track and manage customer payments.

 Fixed Assets: Maintain asset details and depreciation.
 Bank Reconciliation: Match and validate transactions with bank statements.
 Inventory Management: Real-time updates for stock.
 Payroll: Employee payment and tax deductions.

9. Run and Test

1. Backend:

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python manage.py migrate
python manage.py runserver

2. Frontend: Serve the React app and connect it to the Django API.

This template is a foundational system. For a production-grade ERP:

 Implement user roles and permissions.

 Add error handling and test cases.
 Use authentication (e.g., JWT) for API security.
 Optimize performance for large datasets.

Let me know if you'd like further elaboration on any aspect!