ERP implementations are costly, complex, and time-consuming. It is common for business stakeholders to get eager to complete the implementation and return to normal life. But, in reality, we are never done after the first project.
Here are a few common reasons:
- Not all ERP modules have been implemented yet
- The scope of the first project is pending
- Integrations between ERP and other systems are not complete
- Reports and Business Intelligence work is in its infancy stage
- End-user security needs to be tightened.
- End users need more training and support
- Data cleansing still requires work
- Business requirements continue to change and evolve
- Customers, suppliers, and employees are demanding and expecting more
- We are not fully utilising our ERP
- New employees don’t have structured induction and training for the ERP
- Lack of governance leads staff to find their ways of working outside the system.
ERP implementations are a marathon, and for a good reason. So, don’t sprint!
