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Evans Food Group Ltd. had just finished its complex – and successful – Ultra Consultants-managed ERP transformation in May 2017 when the Chicago-based company experienced major changes. First, in late November 2017, Evans, the leading global producer of pork products and private label, co-packed and branded pork rinds, acquired Gaytan Foods, a Read More
As U.S. companies continue the transition to remote work, possibly for the long term, ERP project teams continue to face significant challenges in management, coordination, communication and collaboration. And organizations that planned to start a much-needed ERP project are wondering whether to proceed or wait until the day – Sometime next year? – Read More
Many of the companies we speak with have questions about ERP implementations. In “The Real Facts about ERP Implementations,” the research firm Mint Jutras surveyed hundreds of North American manufacturing and distribution companies to explore the myth of past ERP implementation success rate data which told a dismal story. The in-depth report Read More
Here’s an ERP implementation survey you need to see. In “The Real Facts about ERP Implementations,” the research firm Mint Jutras surveyed hundreds of today’s manufacturing and distribution companies to explore the myth of past ERP implementation success rate data which told a dismal story. The in-depth report resulting from the survey is Read More
The Ultra ERP consultant team is known for its commitment to providing independent perspectives and educational resources about enterprise systems relevant to today’s manufacturing and distribution companies. Whether it’s technology evaluation/selection, implementation management, organization change management, business intelligence, or other Read More
We hear from many manufacturing and distribution teams facing challenges with ERP implementations. Based on Ultra’s depth and breadth of experience with enterprise technology projects, we know what a failed project looks like and we know how to avoid it. Ultra’s Chief Operating Officer Richard Sides recently shared his perspectives on the Read More
The smart use of ERP is based on a philosophy of integration, continuous improvement, the simplification and standardization of business processes, and the elimination of waste throughout the organization. Implementing ERP techniques can help companies to improve their operational performance and customer responsiveness and drive positive Read More
In my research and consulting engagements, I have worked with the largest enterprises to smaller and mid-sized manufacturers. One of the more intriguing issues I’ve seen is ERP implementation risk during solution discovery. No matter the size of the organization, it’s not uncommon for teams to consider their previous ERP Read More
Ultra Consultants does not provide tax advisory services or tax-related advice to our clients. The blog post focuses on how new tax structures may support a company's ability to invest in process improvements. We recommend you discuss your particular situation with a tax advisor. The U.S. Tax Cuts and Jobs Act signed into law in December 2017 Read More
ERP project success follows from a structured, purposeful approach aimed to help transition people, teams, and organizations from their current state to the desired future state. Included in this ERP methodology based on Ultra's successful projects, here are change management and ERP lessons learned. Lesson #1: Merely swapping out software = Read More
Why are some ERP implementations doomed from the start to crash and burn? The team neglected to draft one of the smartest and most profoundly vital instruments available in project management: the ERP project charter. By taking the time to plan and identify the ERP team’s concise roadmap of core goals, objectives and intent, enterprises save Read More
