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The 2025 Top 10 ERP Systems Report
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It’s the End of ERP Software as We Know It (and I Feel Fine)
The rock band REM once sang, “It’s the end of the world as we know it, and I feel fine.” After a lifespan of over 50 years, we’ve reached the end of “ERP software” as we know it as well. As a company that has built an entire business around providing independent ERP...How Innovative is Your ERP Consultant?
Innovation is a hot buzzword in the public sector. As described by Rasmus Hansen and Jens Skibsted, “The new breed of innovation professionals can be placed in two categories: innovation custodians and innovation word-slingers. The custodians are middle managers...Independence Day: Three Alternatives to ERP Systems
As those of us in the U.S. prepare for a long Independence Day weekend, it is a good time to reflect on the role of independence for those about to select and implement new ERP systems. Historically, ERP implementations were an all-or-nothing proposition: you would...Return on Citizenship: Social Innovation and Citizen Engagement is the Path to a Successful Government Operation
In today’s society, citizens expect the same level of service and responsiveness from corporate and government agencies alike. Because of this, there is much more pressure for government institutions to react quickly and change for the better so they are able to...Three Ways to Recover From Your Failed ERP Implementation
Recovering from a failing project is an incredibly difficult process. It can require a change in project scope, a hard look at requirements, an introduction of new methodologies and clear project controls. In some extreme situations, the project team and consultants...What to Do When Your Company Won’t Approve a New ERP System
Last week, I wrote a blog about why there is never a good time to start an ERP implementation. While these reasons are all valid, some organizations just aren’t going to be able to stomach the cost and risk of a new ERP system with an uncertain economic environment....Four Tips for ERP Success That I Learned From My Cat
I recently took a trip home to visit my cat and my family, but mainly my cat. My cat, Ketzel, demonstrates all of the stereotypical cat behaviors: the ability to sleep 27 hours a day, a strange obsession with toilet paper rolls and the uncanny talent to completely...Five Differences: ERP Failure vs Car Crash
Contrary to the beliefs of many, an ERP implementation is far more than a large IT project. It affects stakeholders in every functional area, and if it fails, it has dramatic consequences throughout an organization. With that said, an ERP failure is not unlike a car...Justifying the Cost of an ERP implementation
Do you want to impress your boss? How about making your organization more effective and profitable? You could put in 100 hours a week and sleep in your office but I recommend working smarter rather than harder. One way to work smarter is by improving your...“Wait…What Exactly is Business Process Management?”
It’s unlikely that someone would go on a long journey without first procuring a map and planning their route. People have an easy time visualizing a destination when planning their route but don’t understand the pitfalls that lie in the journey. Business process...There’s Never a Good Time to Start Your ERP Software Implementation
Employees have a lot on their plates right now: “Some of the executives are taking vacations this summer.” “We don’t know if we can get the budget approved.” “Now’s just a bad time.” “Let’s wait to see what happens with the economy.” Sound familiar? These are many of...Is Your ERP Project as Innovative as You Think?
Organizations implementing ERP software are ultimately looking to improve their business productivity and efficiency through innovative technology. To achieve this goal, organizations should ensure that organizational changes promote their long-term business strategy....Five Similarities: ERP Success and a Wedding
Tis the season for weddings! As I help friends with wedding preparations, I find that many of the concepts I have learned in the ERP world make for very applicable advice. Although ERP implementations and weddings appear to be two completely different matters, there...Selecting an ERP System That Fits Your Agency’s Budget
With literally hundreds of ERP software packages to choose from, selecting the right one for your government institution based on your specific needs can be stressful, to say the least. Throw in the threat of some type of operational disruption occurring at go-live...The Importance of IT Strategy
Dependent upon the size and growth of an organization, opinions on the importance of IT strategy can vary. A current audit of your organization’s infrastructure, staff and budget can give you a baseline to benchmark against during organizational and IT changes....What Went Wrong? ERP Failure Point #1
Poor organizational change is one of eight common failure points for organizations implementing ERP software. Watch this webinar clip to learn why: Watch the full webinar or visit our YouTube Channel. Summary Our independent analysis of ERP failures, revealed the...Which Type of ERP System is Right for You?
There are a multitude of options to choose from when looking for new ERP systems. SaaS, cloud, on premise, best of breed, single ERP and a host of other options can make the ERP selection and implementation process overwhelming. The bad news? There is no one...Leadership Lessons from Successful Manufacturers
Manufacturers are critical to economic growth – even while commodity-based manufacturing is outsourced to other countries in exchange for the higher-value manufacturing currently experiencing a renaissance. Despite their importance, manufacturing companies aren’t...Playing Safe is Risky: Five Ways to Manage Risk in Your ERP Implementation
“Playing safe is risky.” That is one of my favorite quotes from business author and guru Seth Godin. While it may sound like an oxymoron, it makes sense when you think through terms of being innovative in your workspace. Earlier this week, I was part of a panel...
