Choosing the right ERP software is important. Choosing the right implementation partner is critical. In this video, Alex Miles, Partner at 180 Systems, explains why the implementer is paramount to the overall success of your project – in fact, even more important than selecting the correct software. […]
Green Does Not Mean Safe in Technology Due Diligence
A green technology due diligence report does not mean low integration risk. In this short video, Amanda, Senior Consultant at 180 Systems, explains why stable systems do not guarantee stable dependencies – and why integration lives between teams, not platforms. […]
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Don’t sign your next ERP software contract without negotiating these 3 points
Many organizations overlook key negotiation points when signing an ERP software agreement — leading to unexpected costs, limited flexibility, and long-term challenges. In this video, we highlight three essential areas that should always be addressed before finalizing your ERP contract: […]
Recipe for ERP Success
1. Define project objectives and don’t forget them. 2. Confirm critical success factors and the KPI’s that measure attainment. Decide which goal KPI’s will determine project success. The target KPI’s become the goalposts for the implementation and a celebration is warranted when you get a goal. 3. Define roles and responsibilities including approximate % of time required for: Steering committee Project sponsor Project manager Core team leads who are business process leaders by department Subject matter experts who assist core team leads as needed Cross functional leads for data migration, change management and training Assign your A team to the […]
ERP Implementation Guide to Success
You’ve probably heard horror stories about system implementations – especially ERP implementation. Selecting the right system is no guarantee of success. A well-designed ERP implementation plan – combined with discipline, engagement, and realism—can dramatically improve your odds. Here’s what to consider: 1. Business Case Foundation Don’t forget what you should have known during the system selection process. You should have already identified your Critical Success Factors (CSFs) – those things you must do well in order for the ERP implementation to succeed. As well, you should also have defined measurements of success. Before starting any project, you should know how […]
How to Select Potential ERP Vendors
There are so many ERP systems from which to choose, many of which are not well known. The lesser-known ERP systems are often designed for a specific industry. The question is which systems should you include in your ERP system selection project. But first, we need to identify the types of ERP systems based on company size (tier) and by target market. ERP Types There’s no point in considering ERP systems from Tier 1 for small companies. However, the Tier 1 vendors like SAP and Oracle will say that their software is applicable not just for Tier 1 but […]