Errors in ERP selection are usually due to ignorance. That is why an ERP selection process should also be tailored to the company's level of knowledge. Accordingly, the company must be prepared for the selection and the selection process must be prepared for the company.
Read MoreThe search for the right one. Part 2: Errors in ERP selection
Once a company has decided to procure an ERP solution, the biggest step has been taken. Or so one might think. However, the market is vast, which makes the selection process difficult. Despite consulting, various industry software, and references from ERP providers, it's possible for a company to choose the wrong system for itself. Most people are not even aware of how important it is to find the right solution. It's not about identifying the „best“ system on the market, but the one that best suits the company.
Read MoreThe search for the right one. Part 1: Does my company need an ERP system?
The question is not if, but when. If a company is still at the beginning of its history, it may still be possible to manage orders, customer data and stock lists using Excel and the like. However, this type of data is not becoming less. The number of people working with this data is also growing. Individual workstations are becoming departments. The demands on company management are growing. Decisions are becoming bigger and riskier. Accounting must always provide reliable figures on which these decisions can be made. In short, the workload is growing.
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