ERP and Business

Do you know how to choose a good ERP?

09/04/2015 1 min read

Quick summary

Choosing an ERP requires thorough research, reliable information and a critical view of the available options. The talk organised with the Cambra de Comerç d'Osona also stresses the value of requesting training and understanding the business model behind each solution to avoid hidden commitments.

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It's not easy and that was what we tried to explain at the speech co-organized with Cambra de Comerç d'Osona. The presentation was focused on the difficulties of selecting the correct ERP and we tried to give some tips to minimize the risk. Obviously, we explained our bet for the open source software compared to traditional solutions offered by major companies.

Our experience with customers who have suffered the process of selecting an ERP helped us to prepare an useful and practical conference. Albert Cervera insisted on the necessity of an exhaustive research and study of the different available options. He also underlined the importance of get as maximum information as possible for each solution. Finally he explained some business models based on software and warn about hidden links.

Frequently asked questions

Why is thorough research important before choosing an ERP?

Because it is essential to understand the different options on the market and gather as much information as possible about each one before deciding, rather than relying only on the most commercial sources.

What role does training play when selecting a management tool?

Requesting training on the tool under consideration helps assess it more effectively before making a decision.

What are the hidden commitments associated with a management solution?

They are dependencies or drawbacks that may arise from a product’s business model and should be identified before choosing it.