{"id":16234,"date":"2017-08-02T09:03:24","date_gmt":"2017-08-02T09:03:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.softone.com.cy\/blog\/?p=16234"},"modified":"2017-08-02T09:03:52","modified_gmt":"2017-08-02T09:03:52","slug":"selecting-an-erp-solution-in-4-steps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.softone.bg\/blog\/?p=16234","title":{"rendered":"Selecting an ERP solution in 4 steps"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you want to make the most of your investment, it would be wise to make a thorough comparison and evaluation of the available ERP options, so that you can ultimately choose a solution that covers the unique needs and preferences of your business. Here are the 4 steps that will help you choose the <strong>right ERP solution<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>The right choice, the right support<\/h2>\n<p>It all begins with the <strong>vendor<\/strong>! While features are important, before you even begin considering them, you should make sure that the vendor of your choice, is reputable and, at the same time, offers the <strong>support<\/strong> you need. Obviously, you can\u2019t just take their word for it. You need to do your own research, asking those that have already used this vendor\u2019s services or reading reviews to gather the required information.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Nevertheless, a vendor\u2019s reputation is not the only criterion you should consider, as often enough big, multinational <strong>software organizations<\/strong> do not offer the <strong>personalized support<\/strong> your business needs. You should be able to build a personal relationship with your vendor, so that they can support you throughout all the different <strong>deployment<\/strong> phases. Another, equally important parameter is the <strong>training options<\/strong> your vendor provides. After all, there is no point in having a high-quality solution, if your team members do not know how to use it properly.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Features, functionalities, modules<\/h2>\n<p>These are the ingredients of a <strong>successful ERP solution<\/strong>. Once you have selected the right vendor that can provide you with the required support, it is time to take a close look at the system\u2019s functionality. Decide which features are important to your business and test the system\u2019s functionality. Will you limit yourself to a basic functionality test or will you be opting for <strong>add-ins and customization<\/strong>? Finally, are there any specific <strong>modules<\/strong> that you\u2019ll be needing immediately or will you leave them all for a later stage?<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Trial version<\/h2>\n<p>A vendor that trusts its product will have no problem providing you with a <strong>free trial<\/strong> version, so that you can see the system\u2019s functionalities and advantages in action. So, make sure to ask for a free trial and have your team check what this solution can accomplish and if, and how much, the vendor\u2019s support team can help you with specific issues. Give your <strong>IT-skilled personnel<\/strong> access to the solution and collect their feedback and opinions.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Decision time<\/h2>\n<p>After the trial stage is completed, plan a meeting with your team to decide whether this solution is suitable for your business and your needs. Luckily, this last step will not be difficult at all, if you have been thorough enough during the previous steps, as is required when faced with such an important decision.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you want to make the most of your investment, it would be wise to make a thorough comparison and evaluation of the available ERP options, so that you can ultimately choose a solution that covers the unique needs and preferences of your business. 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