ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) – We’ve talked at length about how an ERP solution can improve your business. However, it’s hard to ignore the increasing number of companies that are not happy with their ERP implementation; according to a recent survey conducted by Panorama Consulting, only 60% of respondents claimed their ERP project was a success.
That’s why we’re here; both to tell you how to get the most of your ERP solution, AND to do it for you!
ERP Planning
One of the biggest reasons an ERP implementation fails begins in the planning phase. Clear communication between key decision makers and the implementation team is of vital importance when configuring your ERP solution; many implementations fail simply because management did not fully embrace the new system, resulting in a myriad of issues such as lack of training, participation, and funding.
By choosing a trusted and recognized ERP vendor (such as ECI), you will have a more solid line of communication between the implementation team and the decision makers. A consultant can come in and identify your business’ precise needs and requirements, as well as train the appropriate team members with due diligence. By starting your ERP implementation with a focused plan, provided by a dedicated consultant, you can be confident that your entire team is on the same page.
Analyzing Your ERP Solution
In the same survey conducted by Panorama, over 60% of respondents reported that their ERP projects would take longer than expected, and the same number of respondents claim that they had received 50% or less of the expected benefits from their implementation. These are alarming problems for a business to have, yet in many cases they could have been avoided with proper planning and analysis.
One of the biggest advantages of partnering with an ERP consultant is the experience and best practices they bring; instead of relying on your team to learn the ins and outs of both your business AND your new ERP system, a trusted consultant like ECI can accurately predict exactly what your implementation will need and how long it will take. Having a trusted ERP consultant on board during your implementation will help you to stay within your budget and timeline.
There you have it! Don’t try to deploy your ERP implementation without the proper planning and analysis; by partnering with an experienced ERP solutions provider, you can be sure that your project will be completed on time and start bringing you the revenue you want.
Contact an ECI representative today to learn more about our ERP solutions!
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