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How do you expect to simplify your ERP software search<\/a>? The process of searching, evaluating, purchasing, and deploying an ERP solution is not as simple as it once was. There\u2019s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to ERP software. Solutions today come in a variety of different flavors, each features a particular set of capabilities, strengths, and drawbacks. Choosing the right vendor and solution is a complicated process\u2014one that requires in-depth research and often comes down to more than just the solution and its technical capabilities.<\/p>\n
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Here at Solutions Review<\/a>, it\u2019s our job to help simplify that process. To that end, we\u2019ve created a variety of buyer resources and articles to speed the evaluation of enterprise technology solutions. In our\u00a0Enterprise Resource Planning Buyer\u2019s Guide<\/a>, we offer readers a full ERP market overview. This includes company and product profiles and best use cases for the top-24 providers, ten questions for prospective ERP buyers, and our bottom line analysis.<\/p>\n

Picking the wrong ERP software or vendor can have huge ramifications for you and your business \u2013 not only will you lose the money you spent acquiring the first software, you\u2019ll also lose the time it took to implement and deploy.<\/p>\n

Aside from our Buyer\u2019s Guide<\/a>, we\u2019ve provided you with three steps you can take to help you make the best software choice for your organization.<\/p>\n

Figure Out Exactly What You Need or Want<\/h3>\n

Put aside your search for a minute \u2013 minimize all your open Internet tabs, save and close any spreadsheets you may have open, and discuss with your team what it is that you want the ERP solution to accomplish.\u00a0What features do you really want or need? Do you need software that manages hiring first or do you want something that can integrate with your accounting software?<\/em>\u00a0Finding a way to phrase what you want the most can help clarify your purpose.<\/p>\n

List Pro\u2019s and Con\u2019s<\/h3>\n

A pro\u2019s and con\u2019s list is extremely helpful, especially for those needing a visual aid or who work better by thinking out loud. Making lists, in general, can be one of the most effective ways to come to af final decision. Set it up so you have your top five ERP solutions (or whatever number you feel necessary) in one column, and in the other columns list how each solution either\u00a0fits your business needs<\/strong>\u00a0and\/or\u00a0what they are missing<\/strong>. If you\u2019re in the middle of an ERP software search and feel completely lost, we highly recommend making a pro\u2019s and con\u2019s list or using our buyer’s guide<\/a> – which is perfect for beginners and well-seasoned professionals.<\/p>\n

Pay Attention to Details<\/h3>\n

When doing your research, it\u2019s important to take note of little details\u00a0(like features and capabilities)<\/strong>\u00a0each platform offers. It\u2019s common for your eyes to glaze over or for solutions to start seeming the same when you\u2019ve been researching them for long periods of time. To avoid this, move beyond the big picture and start digging down to the specifics. Examine the small details such as design or layout.\u00a0Does one system have a more intuitive and simple user interface? Will this one be more easy to train employees with over the other?\u00a0 Is there a feature you really like that one ERP tool has that another does not?<\/em><\/p>\n

So, when it comes time to searching, evaluating, and purchasing an ERP solution we hope these tips help. Remember, it\u2019s our job to help simplify this process \u2013 so definitely check out our ERP Buyer\u2019s Guide\u00a0<\/a>for more information and to compare the top solutions head to head.<\/p>\n

Don’t forget to follow us on\u00a0Twitter<\/a>,\u00a0Facebook\u00a0<\/a>and\u00a0LinkedIn<\/a>\u00a0for all the latest in the ERP space!<\/em><\/p>\n

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