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Implementing Enterprise Systems (ERP Purchase Process (Vendor negotiation,…
Implementing Enterprise Systems
ERP Implementation Plan
Middle of the road
Some changes in the core ERP modules and a significant amount of BPR
Not as expensive as comprehensive approach and not as straight forward as vanilla approach
Vanilla
Align business processes to the software
Minimize costs and time required
Utilize core ERP functionality and exploits the best practice business process built in the software
most small companies use this
Comprehensive
Require high level of business process reenginneering (BPR)
Implement full functionality of the ERP software in addition to industry-specific modules
Customization of legacy systems
Most expensive, lengthy, costly approach
Vanilla VS Chocolate
Vanilla
Biz with relatively straight forward biz practices that are not unique
Reduce hardware, software licensing, implementation, training and support costs
Biz that are not skilled or experienced at building or changing systems
Chocolate
(modifying an ERP)
highly skilled IT developers and a proven process for managing modifications
Specialized business process with competitive advantage
ERP Life Cycle
Stage 3: Acquisition
Stage 4: Implementation
Stage 2: Analysis and design
Stage 5: Operation
Stage 1: Scope and commitment
Role of Change Management (CM)
A vision of CM from the first stage, revised, monitored and implemented on a constant basis
activities
What processes need changing
Customization of business rules in ERP software
Input screen design
Report design
Training and communication plan for end-users
Support of the top management
SAP ASAP Roadmap
Phase 3: Realization
Phase 4: Final Preparation
Phase 2: Business Blueprint
Phase 5: Go Live and Support
Phase 1: Project Preparation
ERP Purchase Process
Development of request for bid or proposal
Release request for bid to vendors
Needs and requirements assessment
Analysis and selection
vendor demonstrations and evaluation
Vendor negotiation
Contract review and change,
Pricing- software, maintenance, and consulting, support
Purchase system
Vendor research and information gathering
Identifying and researching all aspects of a vendor package will assist companies in determining the total cost of ownership.