ERP modernization or replacement? The road to this decision becomes less a question of should you and more of a question regarding what is the right path to take? In our last post, I discussed some considerations in making this decision. This post continues the conversation with additional pieces to Read more…
If your ERP is not providing the value that you need, it’s time to consider your options. All options can look attractive since, at least in the beginning, any option may appear to provide you the value you want. But ERP replacement or modernization is a path riddled with risk, Read more…
ERP modernization is often considered to be an IT project. After all, it’s the IT department that must handle and resolve the challenges caused by an outdated system. They know the daily toll it takes firsthand- both on the workforce and on the company itself, and many argue that therefore Read more…
“Aptean sells portfolio of companies to ESW Capital.” Recently this financial transaction hit the news wires. This information was not earth shattering; even mundane in fact. But you may have found it notable if Aptean owns the ERP you have been using to operate your business for the last 20 Read more…
The value of agility in business is clear, but to achieve this, you must take the right approach. An agile business is able to anticipate market shifts and make operational changes quickly. It can create opportunities, change where appropriate, and deliver value to its customer faster. It’s a company that Read more…
Looking for a consultant you can trust is not easy. It was probably painful just to come to terms with the idea of hiring a consultant. Maybe you have accepted that your project is outside the scope of your internal knowledge base, or simply that you just can’t allow the Read more…
In previous posts, I’ve been exploring some important things to consider as you go through the process of hiring a consultant for your ERP modernization or business transformation. I must admit, there are plenty of soul, and money, sucking vultures out there. But there are also some good consultants too. The Read more…
Moving to a digital ERP environment is hard. It takes effort and time, but the effort pays off. Typically, our blog posts are dedicated to helping you go through the process successfully. This week, here’s a little analogy to help you keep the big picture in mind and focus on Read more…
The value of process mapping before an ERP purchase In rare situations, a company can successfully choose an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system on technical requirements alone. However, for most companies, the decision to incorporate a new ERP into an organization should be a piece of a larger plan that Read more…
…and does it really apply to me? Companies replace or upgrade ERP and other business systems for a number of reasons all the time. But for the past few years, new terminology has been sending waves of fear and wreaking havoc upon CEO’s sense of order. One in particular is Read more…