ERP Software Selection Process | 10 Steps

The selection and implementation of a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is probably the most critical IT decision you and your organization will ever make – it’s not an easy task identifying which of the available solutions will meet your organization’s evolving requirements.

An ERP system will have a huge impact on the success and growth of your organization, so it is important to follow a selection process when choosing your system.

10 Steps to Selecting your ERP Solution

To help make the ERP selection process straightforward and effective, UNIT4 Business Software has produced this useful guide that gives a step-by-step overview of the ERP evaluation process and highlights some of the key questions you should be asking suppliers and yourself.

10 Steps of the ERP Selection Process 
Step 1: Business Assessment Step 6: Communicate with Potential Vendors
Step2: Appointing a Selection Team Step 7: Create RFI
Step 3: Assess Business Requirements and Constraints Step 8: Shortlist and Demo's
Step 4: Determine Selection Criteria Step 9: Select Your ERP
Step 5: Find Compatible Vendors Step 10: Formalize Your Project Plan

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