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The purpose of this thesis is therefore to examine the ERP information system which is considered the latest technology in terms of computing and analyze the positives and negatives and how it can help businesses to survive the growing competition. The methodology followed was based on the rich literature studied and the onlinesurvey we conducted. The findings resulting from throughout our engagement with the above issue is that businesses that adopt systems erp consolidate their position in an increasingly competitive market. Our study focused mainly on the Greek market for Greek enterprises with a brief reference to the global market. In Greek companies using erp maintain their share of the market and some increase in contrast with others who do not use them to reach the stage of maturity. Finally, we conclude that the benefit a company has from the application of many systems is sufficient to meet the requirements to install. Some of the benefits are summarized as reducing errors, increasing productivity and efficiency and increased costs. With essential requirement is that a trained and helpful staff but the management support.