How Long Does ERP Selection Take for a Mid-Sized Business?
ERP selection takes time because it is not just a software decision. It is a business decision that affects finance, operations, supply chain, inventory, manufacturing, warehousing, purchasing, sales, reporting, compliance, customer service, and executive visibility.
John Hannan
7 min read
10 ERP Software Selection Risks Leaders Should Never Ignore
ERP implementation failures are often blamed on poor training, weak adoption, or implementation execution. In reality, many ERP problems begin much earlier during software selection and generally do not usually appear at once. They tend to build throughout the process, starting with incomplete requirements, limited stakeholder involvement, and weak operational understanding. Those early gaps then influence vendor demonstrations, scoring, implementation planning, cost assumpti
John Hannan
10 min read
Understanding ERP Selection Roles: Perspective, Expertise, and Where Bias Can Influence Decisions
ERP can deliver meaningful business value, but the path to getting there is often more complex than leadership expects. One reason is that ERP decisions involve multiple participants with different expertise, responsibilities, and perspectives.
John Hannan
4 min read
ERP Stakeholders and Their Role in Software Selection and Implementation
ERP touches the core of the business. When stakeholder input is too narrow, companies often select systems based on polished demonstrations, executive preference, vendor familiarity, or incomplete requirements.
John Hannan
9 min read
7 Steps To Choosing the Right ERP Software
These steps are designed to help leadership teams evaluate options objectively, involve the right stakeholders, compare vendors consistently, and select a solution that supports both where the business is today and the capabilities needed to support future growth.
John Hannan
6 min read