As an ERP advisor, I am often asked about selecting and creating an internal ERP team to manage the selection and implementation process. ERP selections are generally long, very complicated, and consist of many layers of materials, presentations, and meetings. This will, realistically, put stress on the company. What should Read more…
I recently went to a nearby airport to a hanger where they sell and rent Lear Jets. I asked if I could take a test flight in one of the new jets. They asked a multitude of questions and then said that one of their pilots would have to take Read more…
It may seem obvious to measure the success of any undertaking by comparing the before and after, yet surprisingly, this important step is rarely taken. To illustrate, here’s the story of Lucy. Running in the Boston Marathon was Lucy’s lifelong dream. She didn’t aspire to win but just to simply Read more…
KnowledgePath Consulting, Inc. announces the addition of ERP insider Daniel A. Carr to its team of specialists Auburn, Alabama, February 25, 2019 – KnowledgePath Consulting, Inc. (“KnowledgePath”), a management consulting firm specializing in ERP software selection and implementation, today announces the addition of long-time ERP expert Daniel A. Carr (“Carr”) Read more…
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 After all, it’s the IT department that must handle and resolve the challenges caused by an outdated system.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…