When you should upgrade your Existing ERP software ?

The timing is crucial in replacing your existing system. Many companies spend lots of effort in deciding which software they should take. Here are the 5 major factors which should be scrutinized while choosing your ERP: 

No mobile functionality

In the current scenario, where many companies prefer a hybrid model of working for their employees, the mobile accessibility of ERP systems is a critical issue. Even though the mobile apps have limited functionality compared with the desktop version, it solves the concern for the backlog of transactions in real-time.

Lack of standard features

As time progresses, features that may have been considered not essential, or luxury during the first implementation of the existing version, are likely to be standard practice within the industry later on. 

Irrespective of whether it is a system feature, such as integrated analytics/intelligence, or functionality that is specific to the industry, not being able to utilize recent technology puts the business at risk of being left behind, especially if the competitors have access to the functionality.

So, the onus is on the companies to make the most use of the software. It is not only about the standard feature but also the emerging, cutting-edge technology to ensure it possesses a competitive advantage.

 No vendor support

As with any software provider, they will commit to supporting, spending their time developing and supporting the most recent version, and in most instances, the preceding version.

If the company is running an outdated version of the ERP system, maybe the client is tempted to stay on it until it eventually becomes inadequate.

While this may save money for the short term, leaving it too long to upgrade the ERP system means the organization will have to jump several versions in one upgrade. 

The users are also likely to be facing a whole host of new features and a different interface, leading to a more time-consuming and costly transition.

Poor integration

Every department functioning within an organization must be able to talk to each other seamlessly through their systems.

Relying too much on an ERP system that is not integration-friendly and prevents communicating to another system automatically, can lead to serious decrease inefficiencies and an increase in manual work.

Modern ERP versions tend to be more open to integration, naturally making it easy for developers to ensure the business systems are working in partnership.

Not compliant

As with any other software, compliance is vital to ERP software. Many organizations and CIOs are not even mindful of the compliance issues, which can lead them to pay the penalty if in case the ERP vendors make their compliance rigorous.

If you still feel like you need a change, contact Frontline Information Technology, we can help you out with one of the best ERP in UAE Horizon Enterprise Business Suite. We are here to help you with all your requirements, you can write to us at sales@fit.ae or give us a call at +971 4 3533 727.

With 30 years of experience in ERP development, we offer you our best service throughout implementation and forever. With Horizon ERP software, we ensure that your business will flourish with a properly streamlined business process.