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Started by Kate at 07-06-2006 12:58 PM. Topic has 12 replies.

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   07-06-2006, 12:58 PM
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What are ERP implementations like???
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Below is something that was just posted on a listserv I belong to.  The writer is a fellow with experience in ERP implementations and lots of opinions.  I think his comparisons are funny, and well worth thinking about!

It's all about Elephants...

Like elephants, ERP projects are so large that any one person, examining them, could rightly claim that they are like snakes, like trees, like walls, or like hard pointy things.

Like elephants, ERP projects are too large to eat at one sitting. You need to make elephant hamburgers out of them first.

Like elephants, they can inadvertently squash you if you are not careful.

Like elephants, they have considerable inertia, and are difficult to get to change direction.

Like elephants, they can startle at the oddest things, and go off at a random tangent you neither want, need, nor like.

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This is very well stated. Implementations can certainly get overwhelming but one step at a time is a very sensible approach.

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   07-16-2009, 2:14 PM
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ERP implementation often fails because of the way contracts are entered into, lack of dedication from the supporting management including a lack of understanding about the project to start, topped with inadequate training, funding and unrealistic expectations.

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It is great to find some cool information on ERP implementations. What I like about this post is the amazing comparison between Elephant and ERP project, which is humorous and at the same time thought provoking.
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   09-14-2009, 1:40 PM
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   09-22-2009, 10:17 AM
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No matter whether you write an article on it or not, one thing is certain that you will not be able to outwit Kate because it is he who has outsmart and outshine us with his scathing criticism and brilliant writing style.

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   10-06-2009, 11:15 AM
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 SteveR wrote:
ERP implementation often fails because of the way contracts are entered into, lack of dedication from the supporting management including a lack of understanding about the project to start, topped with inadequate training, funding and unrealistic expectations.


I couldn't have said it better myself SteveR.  I have been involved with two major ERP sytems - both on the implementation and maintenance sides - and both have, ultimately, failed due 1) lack of understanding and 2) ongoing support from mgmt.  IMO, for an ERP to succeed, it must be 1) SIMPLE and 2)cheap.

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   10-21-2009, 1:42 PM
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Guys...what is it that you think makes ERP implementations so difficult?? I have been in the business for about 5 years and PeopleSoft makes it easier and more stream-lined than any other package out there. Why do you think there are no other "quirk" posts? ;)
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   10-31-2009, 7:25 PM
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ERP revenue are good for all of us except our pocket..

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   10-31-2009, 9:13 PM
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Know your goals for your ERP implementation. Choose the product that promises to meet those goals and put measurement tools and processes in place to gauge your success.
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   11-12-2009, 2:15 PM
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Bingo Richard. You hit it on the spot.
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   11-19-2009, 3:19 PM
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Richard you are great, your really helped me out!

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