8 Reasons ERP Projects Fail in Distribution
As great a system enterprise resource planning (ERP) is, many people still focus on the ‘horrors’ and ‘risks’ and overlook the benefits. ERP failures happen for a number of reasons, though they are almost always preventable. It’s just a matter of anticipating and planning how to prevent such problems. Some of the most common ERP implementation pitfalls include:
- It’s the Wrong Solution
- Lack of Executive Sponsorship
- No Internal Evangelists
- Wrong Partner
- Scope Creep
- Unrealistic Expectations
- Poor Communication
- Trying to Recreate the Old System with New Technology
Communication and selecting the right implementation partner are very important. When organizations understand the possibilities of a new ERP system and all the benefits that come with it, they’ll know it’s a worthy investment.
