In this post, we highlight a couple of key problems that typically arise at the moment of going live with SAP or any other ERP system. Some are easy to resolve, others will require the right level of upfront effort and attention. When the organization is well prepared, it is our experience that headaches are …
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When is your organization ready for an SAP implementation or project? Will the organization ever be ready? SAP projects are business transformation initiatives. Hence, checking organizational readiness is key. If not done properly, the project, and even your business, can seriously be jeopardized. One thing you definitely should not do when evaluating organizational readiness is rely …
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SAP/ERP implementations are very time-consuming and they take preparation over long periods. The following 5 tips and tricks can help you to significantly reduce the actual duration of an SAP/ERP project. 1. Start with WHY? Make sure all stakeholders involved are aligned on the reasons why the ERP system is being implemented (3 reasons to …
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Short answer When implementing an ERP solution there is much more involved than just technology. Long answer Technology is the easy part. Changing the organization and its (hidden) habits is a lot more cumbersome. The business transformation part is typically seriously underestimated. If asked to estimate the effort distribution on a typical project, we would …
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No one will deny that ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) implementation projects have a massive impact on your organization. Even if they are being executed in an efficient way, they consume a lot of effort, time and cash. There is also an opportunity cost involved; the effort, time and cash cannot simultaneously be invested in other …
ERP implementations are heavy stuff! Many organizations struggle to get the intended value out of an ERP project. Although there is no universal ‘recipe for success’ for ERP implementations, we can learn from and avoid many of the pitfalls that show up project after project. In this post, we want to address the 20 most …
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