Enterprise Resource Planning software (such as that supplied by SAP)is unlikely,on its own,to be source of competitive advantage because:
A)It is expensive to install hence its benefits are offset by its costs
B)It is available to any firm that wishes to purchase it;hence,it is not scarce
C)It needs to be updated periodically,hence it lacks durability
D)Its benefits are limited to those activities that require substantial information processing

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Enterprise Resource Planning software is widely available and can be purchased by any company. Hence, it is not scarce and cannot be a source of competitive advantage on its own. Other factors like customization, adaptation to the organizational structure, and efficient utilization can create a competitive advantage, but the software itself cannot.

Enterprise Resource Planning Software (Such as That Supplied by SAP)is