Challenges involved in the implementation of ERP
Top 10 challenges in ERP implementation 1. Inadequate Requirements Definitions The inadequate requirements definition or rather the absence of such document pose the greatest challenge to ERP implementation. The requirement definitions document carries the blueprint for the implementation process. It helps the team to select the right ERP solution. 2. Resistance to Change Without an ERP system, the workforce will be used to managing the various functions of the organization manually. Then if a decision to implement the ERP comes from the management, then the employees tend to resist the change. So, if employees are not convinced about the importance of ERP and advantages of using an ERP tool and system they will not be supportive. There are lot of misconception regarding ERP with the employees. Management must educate users about the benefits of ERP. Also, they must create champions, who are well respected potential user of the technology. The champion then becomes model user of t...