When selecting an ERP solution it is easy to get lost in the details, but ultimately the decision comes down to two main questions:
- Does the solution have the functionality we need?
- Is the solution usable?
Truly, your organization cannot get the full value out of its ERP investment if the line of business cannot actually use the solution. Top performing manufacturers select user-friendly, but powerful, solutions that enable users to easily access the information they need, and convert that information to actions and smart decisions. These solutions enable a smoothly operating manufacturer by providing capabilities such as:
- Role-based dashboards for ease of access
- Fully integrated views of all customer information for improved service
- Improved connections with suppliers and resellers
- Facilitated collaboration between functions
- Advanced demand planning
- The ability to update the solution to support business change
I’d like to invite you to a webinar that I’m presenting in partnership with Epicor on Thursday, July 2 at 1pm EST. During this invite you will find out how to select, and use, a user-friendly ERP solution and convert its capabilities to real business improvements. To register click here. I hope you can make it.
Nick Castellina
Research Director
Business Planning and Execution