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So, you need an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)<\/a> solution, but where to begin?\u00a0Technologies once considered staples in ERP software are no longer sufficient enough in the age of process management due to new emerging technologies and trends. As a result, solution providers have had to shift their focus and develop tools that meet the needs of organizations dealing with increasingly large data and process volumes.<\/p>\n
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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

Here at Solutions Review, 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

Aside from our\u00a0resources<\/strong><\/a>, we\u2019ve provided you with\u00a0five best practices<\/a>\u00a0you should take to help you make the best software choice for your organization.<\/p>\n

Communicate & Involve Everyone<\/h4>\n

If your staff, employees, team, etc. won\u2019t use the software \u2013 what\u2019s the point of even implementing it? It\u2019s important to communicate with everyone in the organization about information regarding the new ERP tool selected to be implemented. Tell your team why you picked it, what problem it solves, and how to use it effectively in your work environment. Maybe make some internal documentation that teaches your team about how to use the new system, to make sure everyone\u2019s on the same page with it.<\/p>\n

Do Your Research & Pay Attention to Details<\/h4>\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

Figure Out Exactly What You Need or Want<\/h4>\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 supply chain management 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<\/h4>\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\u00a0buyer\u2019s guide<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 which is perfect for beginners and well-seasoned professionals.<\/p>\n

Ask for Help<\/h4>\n

When you\u2019re getting started with a new software system, you\u2019re bound to have questions and concerns. So ask. Just like your company, the software provider who make the tools you use want their products to work well for you.\u00a0Don\u2019t hesitate to suggest new features, either. A software company won\u2019t always be able to accommodate requests (and you shouldn\u2019t adopt a tool assuming that you\u2019ll be able to change it).\u00a0But many vendors take customer suggestions very seriously, and have a rapid product development cycle that allows for such flexibility.<\/p>\n

To make it even easier for buyer\u2019s that may be in niche and specific industries, we\u2019ve gone even further by creating two more ERP buyer\u2019s guide. Our\u00a0Manufacturing ERP Buyer\u2019s Guide<\/a>\u00a0includes the top-24 ERP providers that offer strictly ERP solutions for the manufacturing industry. Similarly, our\u00a0Distribution ERP Buyer\u2019s Guide<\/a>\u00a0focuses on vendors that provide solutions for the wholesale distribution industry.<\/p>\n

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Looking for more? Download our\u00a0<\/span>ERP buyers guide<\/a>\u00a0for free and compare the top-24 products available on the market with full page vendor profiles. The guide includes four key capabilities to look for in an ERP solution, plus five questions to ask yourself and five questions to ask the software provider before purchasing. It’s the perfect resource for anyone looking to find right ERP for their business\/organization.<\/span><\/p>\n

And 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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