{{Short description|Indian IT Services company}} {{Multiple issues| {{Promotional|date=April 2025}} {{COI|date=April 2025}} }} {{Use dmy dates|date=September 2018}} {{Use Indian English|date=September 2018}} {{Infobox company | name = Ramco Systems Limited | logo = Ramco Systems.svg | logo_size = | logo_alt = Ramco Logo - Cyan Blue | image = Ramco Systems Headquarters.jpg | image_caption = Headquarters of Ramco Systems | type = Public | traded_as = {{BSE|532370}}<br />{{NSE|RAMCOSYS}} | num_locations = 30 offices | key_people = * PR Venketrama Raja (Chairman) * Abinav Raja (Managing Director) * Sandesh Bilagi (COO) | industry = Enterprise software | products = *Global Payroll Software *Aviation Software *ERP *Logistics Software | revenue = US$61.79 million | revenue_year = 2023 (March) <ref>[https://www.ramco.com/hubfs/investor-relations/QucikResult-31-03-2023.pdf Ramco.com Investor Relations – QucikResult 31 March 2023] (PDF)</ref> | num_employees = 1801+ | parent = Ramco Group | founded = 1997<ref name="ramco.com">{{Cite web|url=http://www.ramco.com/about/index.aspx|title=Ramco Systems - About Us - HCM on Cloud | ERP on Cloud | Aviation Software|access-date=26 September 2012|archive-date=9 October 2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121009145558/http://www.ramco.com/about/index.aspx|url-status=live}}</ref> | location = Chennai, India | website = {{URL|http://www.ramco.com/}} }} '''Ramco Systems Limited''' is an Indian multinational enterprise software product & platform provider.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2013-01-19 |title=Ramco to battle global turf on cloud |url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/companies/ramco-to-battle-global-turf-on-cloud-112052100016_1.html |website=Business Standard}}</ref> Founded in 1997, it is a part of the Ramco Group, and is headquartered in Chennai, India.
== History == Ramco Systems was founded in 1992 as the research and development division of Ramco Industries and began product development in 1993. It became a separate subsidiary in 1997.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|title=Ramco Systems: Will the IT major make it big?|url=https://www.businesstoday.in/magazine/case-study/story/ramco-systems-would-the-it-major-make-it-big-28184-2012-02-18|access-date=2022-02-22|website=Business Today|date=18 February 2012|archive-date=22 February 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220222214218/https://www.businesstoday.in/magazine/case-study/story/ramco-systems-would-the-it-major-make-it-big-28184-2012-02-18|url-status=live}}</ref> In the same year, the company released its ERP product, ''Marshal 3.0'', which was launched by Bill Gates.<ref name=":0" />
In 2002, Ramco Systems launched ''VirtualWorks'', a web-based ERP product that automates software development.<ref name=":0" />
In 2011, the company launched its SaaS ERP service for the aviation, aerospace and defense industries.<ref>{{Cite web |last=D'Amore |first=Dino |date=2011-04-13 |title=Ramco Systems Launches SAAS ERP for Aviation Manufacturing |url=https://www.mroglobal-online.com/ramco-systems-launches-saas-erp-for-aviation-manufacturing/ |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230903133914/https://www.mroglobal-online.com/ramco-systems-launches-saas-erp-for-aviation-manufacturing/ |archive-date=3 September 2023 |access-date=2023-09-03 |website=MRO Global}}</ref>
In 2014, Ramco Systems signed a deal with Norske Skog to provide Cloud enterprise resource planning (ERP) integrated with asset management and financials for its ANZ region.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2014-05-28 |title=Ramco to provide cloud solution to Norske Skog across ANZ region |work=The Economic Times |url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/ites/ramco-to-provide-cloud-solution-to-norske-skog-across-anz-region/articleshow/35680954.cms |access-date=2023-09-03 |issn=0013-0389}}</ref>
In 2016, Ramco Systems opened an engineering lab in Singapore.<ref name=":9" /> The lab's first anchor partner was Air France Industries ''KLM Engineering & Maintenance'', for whom it advanced aviation IT solutions, along with wearables for ground engineers and drones to inspect aircraft on the tarmac. With support from Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB).<ref>{{Cite news |last=Elizabeth |first=Shilpa |date=2016-02-18 |title=Ramco Systems opens innovation lab in Singapore |work=The Economic Times |url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/ites/ramco-systems-opens-innovation-lab-in-singapore/articleshow/51041105.cms |access-date=2023-09-03 |issn=0013-0389}}</ref>
In 2022, Ramco Systems established a new development center in Madurai, which was the company's first product development center outside of its headquarters in Chennai.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-05-30 |title=Ramco Systems looks to tap Madurai's tech talent |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/ramco-systems-looks-to-tap-madurais-tech-talent/articleshow/91842704.cms |website=India Times}}</ref> In the same year, the company also opened a new subsidiary in the United States called ''Ramco Systems Defense'' and Security Incorporated (RSDSI).<sup><ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=Ramco Systems opens new offices in US |url=https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/2132418-ramco-systems-opens-new-offices-in-us |access-date=2023-09-03 |website=Devdiscourse}}</ref></sup> RSDSI is focused on the defense industry in the United States.<ref name=":1" /> ''Ramco Systems Defense'' has offices in Washington, D.C. and Dallas.<ref name=":1" />
In 2023, Etihad Airways Engineering partnered with Ramco to implement Ramco's Aviation Suite V5.9.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-03-02 |title=Etihad Airways Engineering Partners with Ramco Systems |url=https://www.aviationpros.com/aircraft/maintenance-providers/mro/press-release/53027240/ramco-systems-etihad-airways-engineering-partners-with-ramco-systems |access-date=2023-08-06 |website=Aviation Pros}}</ref>
Also in 2023, Ramco Systems inaugurated its wholly owned subsidiary in Qatar to work with the region's businesses on ERP, HR, and payroll software.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-06-05 |title=Ramco Systems' shares gain 4% as it strengthens presence in the Middle East |url=https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/ramco-systems-share-price-gains-over-4-as-it-strengthens-presence-in-the-middle-east-11685939405054.html |access-date=2023-09-03 |website=mint}}</ref> In the same year, Ramco Systems appointed its current chief executive officer, Sundar Subramanian.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Kumari |first=Jagriti |date=2023-07-04 |title=Ramco Systems names Sundar Subramanian as CEO |url=https://www.peoplematters.in/news/appointments/ramco-systems-names-sundar-subramanian-as-ceo-38324 |access-date=2023-09-03 |website=People Matters}}</ref>
== Products and services ==
=== Global Payroll Software ===
Ramco Systems’ HR and payroll software includes artificial intelligence-based solutions for HR and payroll,<ref>{{Cite web |date=2018-08-29 |title=Microsoft Embeds AI Into New Payroll Solution |url=https://www.pymnts.com/news/b2b-payments/2018/microsoft-payroll-ramco-partnership-hr-software-solutions/ |access-date=2023-10-14 |website=PYMNTS}}</ref> such as its Self Explaining Payslip (SEP) system launched in 2021, which handles employee payroll queries using automated responses.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |last=Simhan |first=TE Raja |date=2021-07-09 |title=Ramco Systems develops self explaining payslip |url=https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/info-tech/ramco-systems-develops-self-explaining-payslip/article35230695.ece |access-date=2023-09-03 |website=BusinessLine }}</ref>
Ramco Systems also partnered with Microsoft to launch Ramco Global Payroll Software on Microsoft Dynamics 365 in 2018.<ref name=":5">{{Cite web |date=2018-08-29 |title=Microsoft partners with Ramco Payroll |url=https://www.enterprisetimes.co.uk/2018/08/29/microsoft-partners-with-ramco-for-payroll-offering/ |url-status= |website=Enterprise Times}}</ref>
In 2021, Ramco Systems signed a partnership with the two largest HCM providers, Oracle and Workday.<ref>[https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/2021/Apr/21/payroll-solution-by-ramco-now-on-oracle-cloud-marketplace-2292625.html "Payroll solution by Ramco now on Oracle Cloud Marketplace"]. 21 April 2021. Retrieved 4 November 2025.</ref><ref name=":3">{{Cite web |date=2023-03-27 |title=Should Ramco Systems be in your portfolio? A research summary of the stock |url=https://alphastreet.com/india/should-ramco-systems-be-in-your-portfolio-a-research-summary-of-the-stock/ |access-date=2023-11-27 |website=AlphaStreet}}</ref> The partnership allowed Ramco to provide multi-country payroll to Workday's MNC client base.<ref name=":3" /> In the same year, it announced the launch of its Global Payroll solution on the Oracle Cloud Marketplace.<ref name=":4">{{Cite web |last=Region |first=Theme |title=Ramco Global Payroll Forays into Oracle Cloud Marketplace |url=https://www.cioinsiderindia.com/news/ramco-global-payroll-forays-into-oracle-cloud-marketplace-nwid-2702.html |access-date=2023-11-27 |website=CIO Insider India}}</ref> In a collaborative effort, Ramco Systems has integrated its comprehensive payroll platform, with Oracle Fusion Cloud Human Capital Management (HCM).<sup><ref name=":4" /></sup>
In 2022, Ramco Systems formed a partnership with the Australian financial technology company Wagestream, which allowed employees to track their financial statistics through a single platform.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |date=2022-10-21 |title=Ramco Systems ties up with Wagestream |url=https://www.dtnext.in/business/2022/10/21/ramco-systems-ties-up-with-wagestream-2 |access-date=2023-11-27 |website=DT Next}}</ref> In the same year, it also began implementing its payroll and HR solutions at Kudu Company for Food and Catering, a Saudi Arabian restaurant chain.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Simhan |first=TE Raja |date=2022-07-20 |title=Ramco Systems to implement Payroll & HR Solution at Kudu in Saudi Arabia |url=https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/companies/ramco-systems-to-implement-its-payroll-hr-solution-at-kudu-company-in-saudi-arabia/article65661350.ece |access-date=2023-11-27 |website=BusinessLine |language=en}}</ref>
In February 2023, Ramco Systems launched Payce, a platform-based payroll software.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-02-09 |title=Ramco Systems launches new payroll platform, bets on it to grow quicker and reverse losses |url=https://www.cnbctv18.com/business/companies/ramco-systems-launches-new-payroll-platform-bets-on-it-to-grow-quicker-and-reverse-losses-19016691.htm |access-date=2024-09-21 |website=CNBC TV18}}</ref> In November 2023, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu India LLP partnered with Ramco Systems to combine Ramco's payroll solution with Deloitte's advisory and managed services.<ref>{{Cite web |date=November 29, 2023 |title=Deloitte India partners with Ramco Systems to revolutionise payroll services |url=https://cfotech.in/story/deloitte-india-partners-with-ramco-systems-to-revolutionise-payroll-services |website=CFOtech}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-11-29 |title=Deloitte India, Ramco Systems partner to transform payroll services |url=https://www.techcircle.in/2023/11/29/deloitte-india-ramco-systems-partner-to-transform-payroll-services |access-date=2024-09-21 |website=Techcircle |language=en}}</ref>
In January 2024, Ramco Systems partnered with BDO India LLP, a professional services organization in India to serve as the technology platform provider for BDO India’s payroll and managed services.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-01-22 |title=Ramco Systems Partners with BDO India |url=https://martechvibe.com/article/ramco-systems-partners-with-bdo-india/ |access-date=2024-09-21 |website=Martechvibe |language=en}}</ref>
=== Aviation software === Ramco Systems provides aviation maintenance software for civil and defense clients.
Ramco Systems’ ERP products such as its Aviation ERP also make use of artificial intelligence and machine learning.<ref name=":7">{{Cite web |last=Ramarathinam |first=Ashwin |date=2021-05-27 |title=Ramco Systems surges 5% as Iraqi Airways decides to adopt its aviation software |url=https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/ramco-systems-surges-5-as-iraqi-airways-decides-to-adopt-its-aviation-software-11622098622201.html |access-date=2023-12-27 |website=mint |language=en}}</ref>
Its aviation software was also adopted by Iraqi Airways in the year 2021.<ref name=":7" />
Ramco Systems began supplying version 5.9 of its aviation maintenance and engineering suite to General Atomics Aeronautical Systems for use in its SkyGuardian Global Support Solutions program in 2022.<ref name=":8">{{Cite news |date=2022-09-02 |title=Ramco Systems Defense to provide Aviation M&E suite to GA-ASI |url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/transportation/airlines-/-aviation/ramco-systems-defense-to-provide-aviation-me-suite-to-ga-asi/articleshow/93951656.cms?from=mdr |access-date=2023-10-14 |work=The Economic Times |issn=0013-0389}}</ref>
In 2023, Etihad Airways announced that it would also be implementing Ramco Systems’ Aviation Suite V5.9 at the MRO Middle East conference.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |date=2023-03-02 |title=Etihad Airways Engineering partners with Ramco Systems |url=https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/economy/logistics/etihad-airways-engineering-partners-with-ramco-systems/article66572354.ece |access-date=2023-12-27 |website=BusinessLine |publisher=BL Chennai Bureau}}</ref> Philippine Airlines joined Etihad Airways in using Aviation Suite V5.9 in the same year.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-02-15 |title=Ramco Systems to offer Aviation Suite V5.9 for Philippine Airlines |url=https://www.cnbctv18.com/aviation/ramco-systems-to-offer-aviation-suite-v59-for-philippine-airlines-15946091.htm |access-date=2023-12-27 |website=CNBCTV18 |language=en}}</ref> In the same year, they also signed a deal with Australian technology company Nova Systems to develop material resource planning (MRP) software for Nova Systems.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-02-07 |title=Ramco Systems signs software deal with Australia-based Nova Systems for Aviation M&E MRO Suite |url=https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/stocks/ramco-systems-australia-deal-nova-systems-mrp-software-selection-15876501.htm |access-date=2023-12-27 |website=CNBCTV18 |language=en}}</ref> In the same year, Ramco Systems entered a strategic partnership with Airbus Helicopters SAS to develop an MIS Data Pack Connector.<ref>{{Cite web |title=CASE STUDY: An ERP system that has grown with Airbus New Zealand |url=https://www.aircraftit.com/articles/case-study-an-erp-system-that-has-grown-with-airbus-new-zealand/ |access-date=2024-09-21 |website=Aircraft IT}}</ref>
In April 2024, Korean Air announced that it was collaborating with Ramco Aviation to implement Ramco Aviation Suite at Korean Air’s Engine Maintenance Center.<ref>{{Cite web |date=April 12, 2024 |title=Ramco Systems shares jump another 13.5% to hit 2-year high, up 44% in April so far – what's behind the rally? |url=https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/ramco-systems-shares-jump-another-13-5-to-hit-2-year-high-up-44-in-april-so-far-whats-behind-the-rally-11712902244534.html |website=livemint.com}}</ref>
In March 2026, Ramco Systems announced that the Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) has selected its aviation MRO software for the MRO facility that is under construction to support the C-130J Super Hercules fleet of the Indian Air Force. The software will manage all aspects of the facility's operation, including contract and quote management, maintenance planning, hangar and component maintenance, supply chain management, engineering and quality, as well as customer billing.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2026-03-10 |title=Tata Advanced Systems taps Ramco to power digital backbone of IAF C-130J MRO facility |url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/defence/tata-advanced-systems-taps-ramco-to-power-digital-backbone-of-iaf-c-130j-mro-facility/articleshow/129377749.cms?from=mdr |access-date=2026-03-10 |work=The Economic Times |issn=0013-0389}}</ref>
=== ERP === Ramco Systems also develops enterprise resource planning software that allows users to manage functions such as supply chain/logistics planning, finance management, and human resources management.<ref>{{Cite web |last=McKenna |first=James T. |date=2017-09-06 |title=New Saudi MRO Goes Live With Ramco ERP Suite |url=https://www.aviationtoday.com/2017/09/06/new-saudi-mro-goes-live-ramco-erp-suite/ |access-date=2023-10-14 |website=Avionics International |language=en}}</ref>
=== Logistics Software === Ramco Systems’ logistics software includes cloud-based solutions for warehouse management and transportation, and fleet management for third party logistics and express parcel provider.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2016-01-27 |title=Ramco Systems in Logistics Software deal with AAI Worldwide |url=https://infotechlead.com/software/ramco-systems-logistics-software-deal-aai-worldwide-38035 |access-date=2023-10-14 |website=InfotechLead |language=en-US}}</ref>
It also provides end-to-end services for 3PLs, e-commerce logistics providers, and other businesses that use analytics and artificial intelligence.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-09-28 |title=A Storehouse of Innovation—WMS for E-Commerce |url=https://www.inboundlogistics.com/articles/a-storehouse-of-innovation-wms-for-e-commerce/ |access-date=2023-11-27 |website=Inbound Logistics |language=en}}</ref>
In 2023, Ramco Systems implemented its Logistics ERP Software at Freight Specialists, a freight and distribution services provider based in Sydney, Australia, to automate company-wide operations and services.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-11-23 |title=Freight Specialists quietly reshaping the landscape |url=https://bigrigs.com.au/2023/11/23/freight-specialists-quietly-reshaping-the-landscape/ |access-date=2024-09-21 |website=Big Rigs |language=en-US}}</ref>
=== RAMCO CHIA === Ramco CHIA is a virtual assistant that uses artificial intelligence features such as deep learning and natural language processing for HR transactions.<ref name=":9">{{Cite web |date=2021-02-01 |title=Ramco Systems launches its Virtual Assistant CHIA on Signal and Telegram |url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/news-cm/ramco-systems-launches-its-virtual-assistant-chia-on-signal-and-telegram-121020100489_1.html |website=Business Standard}}</ref>
=== RamcoGEEK === Ramco Systems has also released a facial attendance system called RamcoGEEK, which used facial recognition technology and temperature recording to create a "touch-less" workplace attendance for use during the COVID-19 pandemic.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-03-18 |title=Coronavirus: Ramco Systems launches new attendance system with face recognition, temperature screening |url=https://tech.hindustantimes.com/tech/news/coronavirus-ramco-systems-launches-new-attendance-system-with-face-recognition-temperature-screening-story-o2lQFMnKj0R0PK4bJ98T7K.html |access-date=2023-11-27 |website=HT Tech |language=en}}</ref>
=== Microsoft collaborations === Ramco Systems has partnered with Microsoft on products such as Ramco Global Payroll Software, which is integrated with Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Talent. It has also used Microsoft's cloud platform for its cloud computing and Microsoft's Cloud AI platform for artificial intelligence, such as Chia, Ramco Systems’ chatbot which uses Microsoft Luis.<ref name=":5" />
== Locations == The company has locations in several countries, including: United States, China, Canada, Australia, Philippines, Indonesia, India and South America.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Simhan |first=TE Raja |date=2022-06-14 |title=Ramco Systems: 'Our immediate goal is a $100-mn order book this fiscal' |url=https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/info-tech/ramco-systems-our-immediate-goal-is-a-100-mn-order-book-this-fiscal/article65525063.ece |access-date=2023-11-27 |website=BusinessLine |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Ramco Systems Limited: Locations |url=https://www.globaldata.com/company-profile/ramco-systems-limited/locations/ |access-date=2023-11-27 |website=GlobalData}}</ref>
==See also== *List of ERP vendors
==References== {{Reflist}}
==External links== * {{Official website|http://www.ramco.com/}}
{{Ramco Group}}
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