Deploying a new ERP solution is a major project for any organisation. That\u2019s why it is imperative to take things one step at a time.<\/p>\n
When organisations are considering a new solution it\u2019s usually because of the challenges they are facing with their existing system.<\/p>\n
First, address the challenges within the organisation and how the chosen solution will overcome these.<\/p>\n
The planning stage is critical as no-one wants to find out too late that there are issues in the business that the new system cannot address.<\/p>\n
During the planning stage, speak to all key stakeholders in the business about their needs.<\/p>\n
Once these have been mapped, researching solutions and comparing functionality will determine the best fit for the organisation \u2013 now and in the future.<\/p>\n
The average lifespan for an ERP solution that is not updated regularly is about ten years, which is why it is important try and keep your system up-to-date.<\/p>\n
SAP usually releases a new major version of SAP Business One<\/strong><\/a><\/strong> every two years, along with patches that include innovations and meet the requirements of new regulations.<\/p>\n When researching a new solution, it\u2019s important to ask questions about the product roadmap to ensure it is future proof.<\/p>\n Once a number of suitable solutions have been identified, find out more about how they work and how easy they are to use.<\/p>\n It\u2019s also advisable to read customer testimonials. Download case studies and see how the solutions work in real life.<\/p>\n See what customers have to say about SAP Business One here.<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n When you\u2019ve identified a solution that could work for the business, speak to experienced deployment partners.<\/p>\n Probably the most important decision to make when rolling out a new business management system, is who to choose as the implementation partner.<\/p>\n Culture fit is key. Find an organisation that shares similar values and that the business can work with into the future.<\/p>\n An implementation partner must be trusted and have the right skills to deliver the project. If something doesn\u2019t feel right, it often isn\u2019t.<\/p>\n Many growing businesses have never implemented a true ERP system before and they will rely on their chosen partner to lead them along the right path.<\/p>\n That\u2019s why it\u2019s key to work with somebody who has the right experience. Make sure that the chosen partner has extensive knowledge of your business and your industry.<\/p>\n Once the system is live, support is critical for any business that wants to maximise its investment in an ERP solution and avoid downtime.<\/p>\n Potential vendors must advise how long they take to respond to enquiries and close support calls. Speak to their customers and read customer testimonials. Customer retention rates are also revealing.<\/p>\n An ERP system implementation is rarely straightforward because no two businesses function the same on an operational level, nor do they have the same end-user requirements.<\/p>\n However, a powerful end-to-end solution, offering leading edge functionality coupled with scalability from generic to very complex business solutions, such as SAP Business One<\/strong><\/a><\/strong> can help businesses to innovate, grow and boost profits.<\/p>\n Projects usually fail when there\u2019s conflict and a misalignment of goals and expectations.<\/p>\n Working with an experienced partner that has the right team with the right experience and, coupled with a proven implementation methodology, will help to avoid that.<\/p>\n It\u2019s important to remember that each ERP project is different. There are no set timelines or schedules for these types of deployments, and a go-live date can rarely be set in stone prior to project commencement. Today, even the most successful businesses are facing significant challenges.<\/p>\n That is why we nurture partnering relationships with clients, which in turn instils a long-term, sustainable framework for building trust that translates into bottom line results.<\/p>\nHow to choose the perfect ERP solution<\/h3>\n
How to select an ERP implementation partner<\/h3>\n
Work with an experienced ERP vendor<\/h3>\n
How to avoid ERP project failure<\/h3>\n