ERP Procurement & Pre-Project — Done Right
Half-day (4h): Avoid mistakes in ERP procurement and pre-project phases.
Who This Is For
You’re planning an ERP project – or you’re already in the pre-project phase wondering: Are we doing this right? Most ERP projects don’t fail because of technology. They fail because preparation was poor: wrong requirements, unrealistic strategy, surprise data issues.
Agenda
Strategy & Fit-to-Standard (60 Min) – Fit-to-Standard vs. Heavy Customizing. Realistic gap analysis. Making decisions.
Requirements & Data Audit (60 Min) – Capture what matters, not everything. Involve stakeholders. Honestly assess data quality.
Vendor & Partner Selection (45 Min) – What to really look for. Check references. Spot licensing traps.
Your Project (45 Min) – Your situation, your biggest risks, next steps.
Results & Materials
- Clear pre-project strategy
- Avoid mistakes others paid dearly for
- Realistic timeline & budget
- Fit-to-Standard checklist
- Data audit template
- Requirements template
- Vendor evaluation criteria
Real-World Example
Large enterprise, 15 years of SAP – grown organically, heavy customizing. New CFO wants a modern ERP. Instead of rebuilding everything, we first ran a Fit-to-Standard analysis, evaluated multiple systems, and checked data quality before any vendor entered the picture. Result: project on budget, on schedule – team not burned out.