ERP – Where Are You Now?
As a company kicks of an ERP selection process, a key part of the project is to determine the “current state” – or where the company is now in terms of business processes. Most business processes have evolved over time…
People and Process
When considering ERP and change management, the emphasis is on both people and process. We encourage the organizations we’re involved with to see ERP implementation as a chance for dramatic transformation. It’s important to be concerned about how the work…
Implementing an ERP system – Should you use the "Big Bang" Approach?
A large majority of organizations implement ERP in phases, whether it be by module, geography and/or business process. Similarly, most clients we work with – especially larger, more complex multi-national organizations – are too big to take the big bang…
The Cloud & Mobility – Things to consider when choosing and implementing an ERP system
IndustryWeek's Travis Hessman has emphasized how modern ERP systems have evolved thanks to technologies like the cloud, mobility and business intelligence, among others. Hessman asserted that the latest ERP options are all about customization. Cloud computing and enterprise mobility are…
Is a Two-Tier ERP Approach for You?
A new trend is evolving in enterprise resource planning (ERP). It’s the concept of two-tier ERP, and it has become a growing area of discussion in corporate finance and information technology (IT) departments. Done well, it promises to finally attain…
Can Users Make or Break an ERP Implementation?
Most implementations will see a lot of time and effort going into preparations for eventual users. Training programs often begin well before systems are even finished, and the input of end users can be invaluable when it comes to ensuring…
Can ERP implementations protect sensitive data?
Companies face significant challenges and spend considerable time & effort safeguarding sensitive information. Enterprises need to strike a balance between using potentially sensitive information fluidly and keeping it from prying eyes. Unfortunately, many companies aren't doing a very good job…
What's the best ERP Software for your company?
Implementing any of the multiple ERP packages available on the market is a big step toward optimizing the operations of your company. It can also be an expensive step (and if done incorrectly, even more so) so it is important…
How should a CIO effectively and efficiently manage the extended enterprise?
According to Manju Bansal, there are 2-3 main ways in which companies usually approach such a challenge, depending upon the degree of control the HQ wants to retain over the extended enterprise: Put everyone on the same single instance of…
Two-Tier ERP, The Best of Both Worlds, Integrated On-Premise and On-Demand
According to Jeff Moses from SAP, he says that in speaking with Large Enterprise CIO’s and CFO’s, it’s clear to me that the commitment to a single Global ERP solution is strong but the path to that single solution has…
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