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How an ERP Implementation is Like a (Delicious) Subway Sandwich
Although I rarely reveal personal details in this blog, I’m comfortable sharing the fact that I am a big fan of Subway sandwiches. I’ll admit it: wherever in the world I may be, I
Read More »Tuesday Poll: How Well Does Your Current ERP System Fit Your Business Needs?
When organizations decide to implement new ERP software it’s often because they need to replace outdated ERP software that isn’t scalable for growth or doesn’t support their business processes. Is your organization’s ERP system
Read More »To ERP or Not to ERP: That is the Question
Before jumping into an ERP implementation, organizations should develop a strong business case that justifies its potential investment in ERP software. If your organization has great difficulty doing this then it may be safe
Read More »Top Ways to Overcome ERP System Workarounds
You only have 30 minutes to compile a report for your boss. On your desktop you see two options: a dashboard for your organization’s ERP system and . . . a little icon for
Read More »YouTube: The Importance of Communication During ERP Implementation
Communication and alignment is one of the five work streams through which we conduct organizational change management engagements. Communicating with employees and executives throughout implementation ensures that everyone is aligned with the overall goals
Read More »How to Use Business Intelligence to Make Smart IT Decisions
For many organizations, CFOs either manage IT investments or at least have a heavy influence on how IT budgets are spent. Despite this financial focus at the executive level, however, most ERP implementations still
Read More »Five ERP Project Team Archetypes
Implementing ERP software can have many benefits but do most ERP implementations actually achieve these expected benefits? Our research has shown that many do not; according to our 2013 ERP Report, 56% of organizations
Read More »Guest Blog: Prioritizing Data Quality to Maximize Return on Your ERP Investment
ERP search and reporting functionalities thrive on quality data in order to provide accurate, real-time statistics and data visibility. For this reason, addressing data quality concerns prior to ERP implementation should always be a
Read More »The Long-Term Effects of Heavy ERP System Customization
“No customization” is one of the most common mantras we hear about ERP systems among our global client base. “After all, ERP vendors have spent billions of dollars in research and development over the
Read More »Guest Blog: Welcome to the Hotel ERP – ERP Vendor Lock-in
You can check-in to the cloud anytime you like – but if you are not careful with your ERP vendor selection – you can never leave. ERP solutions can be a godsend to your
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