The Sixth Deadly Sin of ERP Implementation
There’s no debate. A successful ERP rollout can only be achieved with strong organizational buy-in. Too often, organizations focus on C-suite sign-off.
The Fifth Deadly Sin of ERP Implementation
Most organizations start ERP selection with a list of the big names in the ERP software marketplace, research features, functionalities and total cost of ownership, and then schedule multiple rounds of sales presentations and demos.
The Fourth Deadly Sin of ERP Implementation
Lack of attention to the user interface can result in under-utilization of the solution. The new generation of technology users expects an Amazon- or Apple-like user experience from their ERP system.
ERP Implementation Go-Live Checklist
A lot can go wrong when an ERP system goes live. Critical severity defects, security holes and other technical problems can cause disruption, wreak havoc on operations, bring your business to a dead stop, and even result in multi-million-dollar lawsuits.
The Third Deadly Sin of ERP Implementation: Excluding Critical ERP Users from the Process
The IT department and the C-suite do not own (and may never interact with) your core business processes. So the project team should include key people – end users and functional managers – from across your organization who are regularly involved in those processes.
The Second Deadly Sin of ERP Implementation: Less-Than-Thorough ERP Requirements Gathering
Organizations invest in ERP to enable greater execution and efficiency. So it makes no sense to implement a solution that simply automates your existing processes.
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5 Guidelines for Evaluating ERP Systems for Consumer Packaged Goods Manufacturers
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