ERP, not as easy as 123

When it comes to choosing and implementing a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, finding the right tool is just the first of many important steps. Even if the ERP system you find is a great fit for your organization, it doesn't have a chance of succeeding without good processes already in place. Instead of a system that you can simply install and then forget about, the technology will impact the organization in many ways, each of which should be evaluated in advance. The first step is addressing areas where your company needs to improve. Also, the project should have sponsors on both the IT and business sides of the company. When evaluating vendors, consider input from employees in the trenches who will be affected by the project; they can better define mission-critical aspects of the business to create a list of must-haves for any system. And don't try to use all features of the ERP system just because they are available; it can bog down implementation and training and may increase complexity. Finally, make training a priority. That's important, because ERP systems are complicated and sometimes difficult to learn.

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