The Biggest Challenges with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Transformations
Like most digital transformations, implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 has challenges that need to be overcome. Unlike other digital transformations, there are several challenges with Dynamics 365 implementations that are unique to this particular solution. Here are a few of the challenges to keep in mind when embarking on your Microsoft Dynamics 365 transformation: The maturity […]
How to Save $5M On Your ERP Implementation Costs
ERP implementations and digital transformations often cost more than expected. But the biggest cost overruns do not always come from the software itself. They often come from operational disruption, poor readiness, rushed go lives, and the expensive recovery work required after preventable problems surface. The fastest way to save money on an ERP implementation is […]
Lessons from the SAP Transformation Problems at Haribo
The last year has been a difficult one for digital transformations and ERP implementations. After high-profile digital transformation failures at Lidl and National Grid, we now have news of SAP transformation problems at Haribo. Long story short: Haribo is a German candy manufacturer that manufactures gummy bears and other candies. In late 2018, they began […]
What Causes Digital Transformation Failure? The Little Things.
When we read about recent digital transformation failures such as those at Lidl and National Grid, it may seem like these disasters happened overnight. But what exactly causes digital transformation failure? One of our guest contributors (Sam Graham) recently wrote a piece about how to avoid ERP failure. It’s an excellent article that is worth […]
Is Your Digital Transformation Creating a Cybersecurity Threat?
Cybersecurity is a hot topic. Despite this, most don’t consider that their digital transformations may be creating a cybersecurity threat. Recent security breaches at Under Armour, Target, Marriott, and other well-respected companies have caught the attention of CIOs. After all, if large companies with world-class resources at their disposal experience such breaches, what does that […]
The Risks of Deploying SAP S/4HANA
SAP S/4HANA is a viable ERP solution Before discussing the risks, it is important to address the good news. S/4HANA is a viable product, with a very high rating in the top ERP systems of 2019. In addition, there are a number of lessons learned from successful SAP S/4HANA implementations. SAP has a robust software […]
Digital Transformation in the Retail Industry – and What it Means to You
Digital transformation initiatives have the potential to truly revolutionize companies in industries of all types. In some industries, transformation is a matter of survival. Digital transformation in the retail industry is an example of the latter. The retail industry going through massive amounts of change at the moment. Competitors such as Amazon and Wal-Mart have […]
Business Intelligence: What Is Holding Back ERP Implementations
For years now, companies and ERP consultants have struggled with how to avoid ERP failure. Many struggle to reach the third stage of ERP, which is when real transformations happen, business benefits are realized, and the business is better off than before new technology was deployed. I recently wrote about how part of the problem […]
The Intangible Side of an ERP Business Case
A strong ERP business case usually starts with hard numbers: implementation cost, software spend, productivity gains, process efficiencies, and expected ROI. Those numbers matter, but they rarely tell the whole story. Some of the most important reasons to invest in ERP are harder to quantify, including strategic flexibility, cultural alignment, market perception, scalability, and employee […]
Five Things That are Obsolete in the ERP Software Industry
The other day, we posted our top ERP predictions for 2019. While this provides a good look into where the industry is headed, it is also important to understand the things that are obsolete in the ERP software industry. While there are a large number to choose from, here are a handful to be particularly […]
Top 10 ERP and Digital Transformation Predictions for 2019
This has been an amazing year so far. Technology has continued to evolve while many organizations begin their digital transformation journeys. Some have been successful so far, while others have struggled. On a personal level, our company began working with 15 new clients in the last 6 months since spinning off from our last company. […]
When Should Business Process Management Occur During Digital Transformation?
Digital transformations have the ability to revolutionize the way we do business. However, new technology is worthless without a corresponding improvement to your business processes. It raises the question: when should business process management occur during digital transformation? This is and always has been a controversial topic with much debate. Software vendors and ERP systems […]