Undertake a detailed business assessment and needs analysis
Your new ERP solution should be capable of supporting your business today and as it grows in the future. Spending time now to analyze, assess and understand your business needs will pay dividends in the long term. Your new system should provide you with your core basic needs and flexibility to guarantee your business strengths, weaknesses and future goals can be catered to both now and into the future. When assessing your potential vendors, make sure their presentations address each item on your needs analysis and are weighted according to your business needs.Evaluate the Compatibility
Take time during your selection to ensure consideration has been given to any existing infrastructure already in place. Most quality ERP solutions are easily ported to the latest technologies where hardware and supporting operating systems have been well maintained. Use the needs analysis to help focus on the closest fit to your organization environment to ensure expensive and disruptive process and cultural changes are avoided during the ERP rollout.Consider the Total Cost of Ownership
When selecting your new ERP solution you should evaluate the cost of the solution and the cost of the solution to maintain over the next few years. Vendors will be able to provide you with a detailed quote covering the cost of software, installation and annual maintenance and support costs. The solution may be ‘on premise’ or if required, hosted by your ERP partner. Your vendor should be willing to explain each item on their quote in detail which will allow you to make sure that you are getting value for money and the right solution. Evaluate the benefits of your new ERP Solution: The proposed ERP solution will be ‘feature rich’ and will likely include functionality that could be useful for your business growth. Look for the items on your needs analysis and ensure they are available, then look for your future needs and to make sure the functionality and flexibility is there for when you need it. Selecting the right ERP solution for your organization takes time and effort, which inevitably costs money. One way of helping your decision process is by taking up client references and speaking with your vendors customers to understand their experiences. At Acumen we can help guide you through the selection process and navigate the minefield of ERP and partner selection Sage 300 is currently operating within 40,000 organizations worldwide, the software is stable and comprehensive and continues to be developed for the future needs of a very large client base. Acumen has over 50 years’ experience in ERP selection, implementation and support, so, together with Sage 300, we can offer your business the best fit.FAQ
Is Sage 300 a good ERP choice?
Sage 300 is described as one of the most reliable and stable ERP solutions worldwide, but the right choice depends on a careful assessment of your business needs.
How should I start choosing a new ERP system?
Undertake a detailed business assessment and needs analysis so the system supports your business today and as it grows, and make sure vendor presentations address each weighted need.
Why evaluate compatibility when selecting an ERP?
Considering your existing infrastructure and choosing the closest fit helps avoid expensive, disruptive process and cultural changes during rollout.
What is included in an ERP's total cost of ownership?
The cost of software, installation, and annual maintenance and support over the next few years, whether on-premise or hosted by your ERP partner.
