With the average answer being 1 to 1-1/2 years for a successful ERP implementation, Forseti Solutions’ Exec Team speaks specifically to advice for upholding an efficient ERP implementation.
Begin with a clear view of your Company’s current performance coupled with a practical vision of how it could and should perform; this creates momentum at the start, so the ERP project can move forward with increased specificity and efficiency. “Develop an effective method to capture, record and present real-life scenarios from each of the functional areas of the business, as well as a full listing of expectations and desired results” ~ Ryan Romander
Have solid Leadership from both the Client side and the ERP implementation side. It benefits the Client to maintain all levels of leadership, communication and unified objectives and is upon the Project Sponsor and the Consultant Team to LEAD the implementation during all stages. “The customer is wholly dependent on instructive guidance from the Implementation Team, who must remain plugged-in and prepared to pivot when breakdowns or potential failures are identified. ~ Steve Saner.
Despite intentions, the project should be expected to fail if Senior Leadership and Operations don’t embrace enhanced technology and its tools. The System’s end-users must recognize the value of change when adopting new processes. “Have complete buy-in from the top of the organization all the way down to the bottom.” ~ Stuart Hill.
Be realistic in expectations and scope, make practical and accurate plans and resist straying from the plan. At times, the Customer and the Consultant Team aren’t realistic and don’t factor in such elements as budget, deadlines and goals. “It’s important to stick to the plan and not alter it after kickoff; even the most minor changes will extend the implementation’s schedule.” ~ Marcelo Paz.
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