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Louise Brewster Louise Brewster

Why ERP Implementations Fail

Most ERP implementations don't fail because the software was wrong. They fail because teams underestimate the effort it takes and never get real buy-in from the people who need to champion it. Here's what actually derails projects, and how to keep yours off that list.

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Johans Saavedra Johans Saavedra

What Is a Functional Specification Document? A Guide for ERP Projects

A functional specification document defines what an ERP customization is supposed to do before anyone builds it, the overview, the problem, and the solution, in language both end users and developers can act on. Here's what it actually covers, when you need one, and how we build them.

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Colin Wolgemuth Colin Wolgemuth

What Manufacturers Miss When Upgrading ERP (and Pay for Later)

While a well-implemented ERP is crucial for scaling manufacturers to centralize data, standardize processes, and improve efficiency. Rushing the purchasing and implementation process often leads to two major pitfalls: Technical Debt & Workflow Mismatches.

To avoid these problems, manufacturers must focus on their ideal business processes and select an adaptable system like Acumatica Manufacturing ERP.

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Colin Wolgemuth Colin Wolgemuth

ERP Isn’t All or Nothing: Smart Phased Rollouts Protect Your Project

Many an ERP "Go-Live" feels like a hail-mary thrown in the 4th quarter. But, ERP implementations don’t need to be “all or nothing." Big-Bang "Go-Lives" carry significant risk and can severely disrupt a business. A smarter approach is a phased ERP rollout, guided by a thorough feasibility study and a detailed project plan. Phased implementations offer numerous significant benefits! By breaking ERP projects into manageable stages, companies protect operations, improve adoption, and greatly increase the odds of a successful ERP implementation.

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