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The 2025 Top 10 ERP Systems Report
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Top Ten Predictions for the ERP Software Industry in 2014
Another year has nearly flown by already. In 2013, much in the ERP software industry stayed the same but plenty of things changed as well. In terms of things that haven’t changed in the past year, ERP failure continued rearing its unwelcome head among CIOs, CFOs and...ERP Software and Business Continuity
During an ERP implementation, many organizations overlook the importance of business continuity and contingency planning. ERP vendors want to focus on the positive aspects of implementation and organizations want to get their ERP software implemented as quickly as...The Warning Signs of a Poorly Managed ERP Project
You can select the right software and employ all the right technical resources and business experts but your organization’s ERP implementation will struggle to succeed without leadership from a knowledgeable project manager and support from outside experts who want to...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...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...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,...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...How to Successfully Implement an ERP System in a Faraway Land
ERP implementations are tough. They are long, drawn-out affairs with seemingly endless challenges. But as difficult as they can be stateside, they can be even more so overseas. Cultural signifiers, strategies for success and core values may be vastly different than...
ERP Governance Structures That Work: Executive Steering Committees
When it comes to ERP implementations, the term “project governance” is fairly ambiguous. Certified PMPs and experienced project managers all have different interpretations of what the term means, and they all have their favorite governance mechanisms, including issues...Are You Considering Mobile ERP?
The idea of mobile ERP is not new. While the internet has made a more functional connection to data possible, especially across multiple sites, the development of mobile devices has changed the face of business and ERP software both, and will continue to do so....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 always try to eat at Subway multiple times per week. Not only do I eat there whenever I...Transitioning From On-Premise to Cloud ERP Solutions
SaaS and cloud ERP solutions are the highest growth segment of the ERP software industry. Companies such as Salesforce, Plex Systems, and Netsuite all continue to show robust increases in revenue while traditional, on-premise ERP systems are showing much slower rates...What Constitutes an ERP Failure?
It’s often been said that 80% or more of ERP implementations are considered failures. In fact, one of the findings of our 2013 ERP Report is that most ERP projects take longer than expected, cost more than expected, and fail to deliver expected business benefits. In...Defining ERP Success for Your Organization
One of the interesting takeaways from our 2013 ERP Report released earlier this year is the apparent confusion between the perceived success and actual results of ERP implementations. While most ERP projects still take longer than expected, cost more than expected...Implementing the Right ERP Software for Global Operations
Implementing the right ERP software can be daunting for any organization, but is especially true for organizations with multi-national operations. Most of our clients are global in nature – and many are even based in countries outside the U.S., the home country of...How to Avoid Going to Trial Over an ERP Failure
At the beginning of an ERP implementation, no one involved wants or expects to get caught up in a lawsuit. Despite the fact that, according to our 2013 ERP Report, most ERP implementations take longer than expected, cost more than expected, and fail to deliver...Is the Healthcare Industry Ready for Electronic Health Records?
Every industry faces its own set of challenges when it comes implementing ERP software. Perhaps the most unique and compelling implementation concerns are found in the healthcare industry, where the introduction of new software can mean each patient’s well-being is,...
