Ethical Partners are a new and emerging business that run organic food stores around Australia. Initially started in Melbourne, now they have 50 stores in major towns in six states. It sells all types of organic food including pasta, oil, candles, nuts, spices and locally sourced fresh fruits and vegetables. However, their main source of income is from non-perishable food and other items. They have decided to opt for an ERP system. Conduct your research looking at uses and importance of an ERP system for a business that has multiple locations and sells multiple products. Such system may not have much benefit for their perishable products such as fruits and vegetables which are also not their key revenue generator.

Questions: Explain the importance of an ERP system for any businesses and how it will benefit the Ethical Partners organic food suppliers.