{"id":2073,"date":"2019-04-19T17:52:26","date_gmt":"2019-04-19T17:52:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/solutionsreview.com\/enterprise-resource-planning\/?p=2073"},"modified":"2022-07-07T16:04:52","modified_gmt":"2022-07-07T16:04:52","slug":"choosing-the-right-erp-software-vendor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/solutionsreview.com\/enterprise-resource-planning\/choosing-the-right-erp-software-vendor\/","title":{"rendered":"Choosing the Right ERP Software Vendor"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Technologies once considered staples in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software<\/a> 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

The process of searching, evaluating, purchasing, implementing, and deploying an ERP solution<\/a> 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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Simplifying the selection process<\/h2>\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

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

Pair these great resources with Solutions Review online directory<\/a>\u00a0of ERP vendors, platforms and software solutions. It includes an abbreviated overview, contact information and links to each company\u2019s social media handles for the top-24 ERP providers. If you would like a printed version of this page including complete solutions profiles and a list of the top questions to ask in an RFP,\u00a0click here for a free PDF.<\/a><\/p>\n
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4 elements to help in choosing the right software provider<\/h3>\n
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  1. Customer Reviews \/ References:<\/strong>\u00a0Customer reviews can go a long way, so don\u2019t be afraid to ask for customer references to get their opinions, first hand, whether or not the BPM tool you are looking at fits the description. But make sure these customers actually purchased the vendor\u2019s software. Were they happy with the software and services? Why or why not?<\/li>\n
  2. Support<\/strong>:\u00a0Test the vendor\u2019s support systems. A good solution provider should go out of their way to make sure you are completely satisfied with the software. Do they respond quickly? How will these support services scale when you onboard your firm?<\/li>\n
  3. Technical Resources:<\/strong>\u00a0Take a look at provided learning materials such as knowledge bases, documentation, or wikis. What does the vendor provide for customers to educate themselves?<\/li>\n
  4. Advisory Capability:<\/strong>\u00a0Look for a provider that understands your business situation or industry, and whose people seek to be more of a long-term partner rather than just make the sale. If they can provide guidance rather than simply product specs, you will have a better chance at working through whatever challenges lie ahead.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    For more information on how to smooth the selection process, read our 5 Best Practices for Selecting ERP Software.<\/a><\/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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