What Is an ERP System and Why Does My Company Need One?
At LTA we work with clients across numerous industries, from multi-national companies to smaller start up and growth-oriented companies. If you are...
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Your initial reaction to this question may be that with today’s technology advancements, enterprise software is smarter than ever, and they are all pretty close with regards to functionality and cost. LTA believes this is inaccurate. In fact, it may be more complicated today than ever before to choose an ERP system that meets your unique business needs.
Fortunately, or unfortunately, it is now easier than ever for companies to find a plethora of information on ERP systems via Google or any other search engine. In many cases with just a few clicks, you can read countless reviews of different ERP systems from not only software providers, but third-party research and consulting companies.
So, can’t you just look up the different ERP solutions that are out there, and after reading the reviews, figure out on your own whether or not the software will be a good fit for your company?
The answer is: Yes, No, Maybe?
Some ERP systems work better in different industries than others. Additionally, some excel in specialized functionality like field service, e-commerce, supply chain, or MRP.
The key is finding the ERP solution that is the best fit for your company today and in the future. Every company has a unique set of business requirements, and the key to a successful ERP selection is matching those unique requirements to the functionality of the ERP software.
So, even though there is more information available than ever before on ERP systems, unfortunately often these articles and reviews online aren’t 100% independent and objective. This ultimately leads to skewed and biased information.
Using an independent third-party consulting firm like LTA offers you a strategic partner to navigate the ERP world. These independent firms work on projects similar to these on a daily basis. This allows them to be up to speed on all the latest and greatest enhancements, strengths and weaknesses, costing models, etc. of the different ERP options.
At LTA our ERP experts have assessed, selected, and provided project management services for hundreds of ERP systems implementations over the past 20+ years. Our independence from any software company or vendor allows us to truly find the solution that is going to be the best for your company.