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The 2025 Top 10 ERP Systems Report
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How I Got Fired as an ERP Consultant – PART ONE
Well, okay. So I did not actually get fired (yet) but if it is any consolation, I am well on my way. Never mind that it’s a great job, I have sharp associates, generous benefits and work in a well-appointed office – I am doing 95 on the “You are so fired” expressway....Return on Citizenship (ROC) – The New Measurement of Public Sector Success
Panorama’s work is focused on empowering leaders to implement integrated technology solutions that deliver effective service to their citizens – a concept Panorama has termed “ROC” or “return on citizenship.” In today’s society, citizens expect the same level of...
Confessions of an SAP Expert Witness
Over the past 15 years, we have successfully managed a number of complex ERP implementations — ranging from SAP to Oracle, to Microsoft Dynamics to Tier II ERP implementations — and have the battle scars to show for it. In addition to managing...ERP Software Selection in the Public Sector
While selecting public sector ERP software is similar to selecting private sector ERP software, there are a few key differences of which to be aware. If you are a technology, finance or procurement officer of a government or nonprofit agency and have received budget...Guest Blog: Inventory Management – Real Time vs. Manual
Whenever an organization processes a transaction through software it is being processed in “real time.” From a user’s point of view, this transaction is completed immediately. This kind of processing is necessary for many industries and you can understand...The New SaaS ERP
The world of ERP software has recently been transformed. Gone are the days when only large corporations could afford the luxury of SaaS (software as a service). Today, small to medium-sized businesses also have the opportunity to enjoy the benefits and features of...Supply Chain Benefits of an ERP System
Because many organizations implement enterprise software in order to achieve internal benefits, they are sometimes surprised by the positive effects that the integration can have on their supply chain on a whole. Some of the main benefits to target and prepare for...I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For: The Elusive Goal of ERP Success
In life, there are many things to search for but finding the path to ERP success can be one of the most difficult. This is no exaggeration. According to our 2013 ERP Report, only 60% of respondents would call their ERP project a success. That means that on any given...Guest Blog: Are Cloud ERP Systems Better for Start-ups or More Established Companies?
It is hard to deny the explosion of enterprise resource planning (ERP) vendors that are now offering their services through a cloud-based delivery model. Although the majority of these products are offered under the software as a service (SaaS) model, there are a...Tips to Build an Effective (and Usable) ERP Project Plan
It’s been several months since we published our 2013 ERP Report in which we divulged that most ERP implementations take longer than expected, cost more than expected and fail to deliver expected business benefits. We haven’t yet fully explained the story of why these...If It Ain’t Broke, Please Fix It
One of the toughest business decisions is whether to keep the cash flowing or to invest in future growth. Though it is often initially painful to invest in future growth to protect a brand and ensure the longevity of a business, it frequently proves to be a worthwhile...Guest Blog: Can Your Business Survive Without an ERP System?
Regardless of what industry you are in, it is possible that at some point you start wondering whether you should make the switch to an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. However, switching to an ERP system is not a simple decision to make since there are...Governance Structures That Work: ERP Consultants
Over the last several weeks, we’ve featured a series of blogs that outline a variety of governance structures that can enable successful ERP implementations. For instance, we explored how both core teams and executive steering committees, when leveraged appropriately,...ERP Systems: Build vs. Buy
Since many of us are natural problem-solvers, it may often be tempting to identify and create our own solutions when we encounter a new demand in our business. Can our problem be resolved by using a macro? Should we ask our technology team to create a new software...The Straight Facts on EHR Software
Healthcare providers evaluating EHR software frequently come to realize that there are a number of preconceived notions that their organizations and employees must overcome for a successful implementation. Thankfully, these EHR notions are often illusory – a result of...Is Middle Management the Key to Your ERP Success?
Much of Panorama’s thought leadership and philosophy surrounding ERP implementation success encompasses the concept of executive sponsorship and leadership. In fact, a key component of our organizational change management methodology focuses on enabling the executive...Lessons Learned From the State of Pennsylvania
Who: IBM and the State of Pennsylvania What: Pennsylvania has terminated a contract with IBM to provide new software for the state’s unemployment compensation system 42 months behind schedule $60 million cost overrun, based on an original budget of $106.9 million...The Real Reasons Why ERP Implementations Fail to Deliver to Expectations
CFOs and CIOs of most organizations begin their ERP implementations with the expectations that their businesses will be transformed along the way. Using the power and flexibility of ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics and Tier II ERP software, executives expect material cost improvements to their supply chains, more effective interactions with their […]
Guest Blog: Four Tips to Bust Through Roadblocks That Delay ERP Implementations
An ERP implementation failure can be a painful waste of time and money. All too often that failure is the direct result of poor planning between your organization and its IT services providers. Taking the time to define business requirements and create a detailed...
