by Panorama Consulting Group | Apr 9, 2018 | ERP Blog, Implementation
Equifax, Yahoo, Uber. 2017 was the year where no data seemed safe. How secure is your ERP? There have been improvements in cyber security in recent years, but ERP systems are still highly vulnerable to attacks. In fact, 89% of experts in the field of cybersecurity... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Apr 2, 2018 | ERP Blog, Implementation, Project Management
In a world that is constantly changing, ERP software has also had to evolve to meet customers’ needs and stay competitive. There have been significant changes over the last five years with some being more of an improvement than others. Here’s a quick look at some top... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 27, 2018 | Implementation, ERP Blog
My last blog covered 10 things that contribute to ERP failure or success. After reading this list, you may wonder what you can be doing differently to ensure your ERP implementation is successful. Most poor decisions made during a project don’t become evident until... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 26, 2018 | ERP Blog, Implementation
As one of the oldest and top enterprise software companies, Oracle has developed an extensive portfolio of business software applications. Therefore, it should be no surprise that it is one of the most widely used and researched ERPs. Whether you are familiar with... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 23, 2018 | ERP Blog, Implementation, Project Management
Implementing an ERP system for your business can be a daunting and time-consuming task. However, choosing the right ERP consultant can make the process go a lot smoother and provide you with much needed ongoing support. Here are some of the ways the right... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 20, 2018 | ERP Blog, Project Management
ERP failure doesn’t happen overnight. Much like “death by a thousand paper cuts,” they are instead a culmination of a large number of seemingly small decisions and actions. During our experience with ERP expert witness projects, we see firsthand how some of the... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 19, 2018 | ERP Blog, Digital Transformation, Software Selection
As the top software company in the world, it only makes sense that Microsoft would offer its own version of ERP software [1]. Microsoft Dynamics was first released in 1993 [2]. Since then, it has undergone significant changes and upgrades, primarily to stay ahead of... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 19, 2018 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
Twenty years ago, organizations didn’t have many choices when it came to ERP systems. SAP and Oracle had a pretty tight hold on the market, especially among the blue chip Fortune 500 clients. Smaller to mid-sized organizations were even more out of luck since... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 13, 2018 | ERP Blog, Implementation
Today we published our brand new 2018 ERP Software Report, which summarizes the results from nearly 300 recent ERP implementations across the globe. While the data tells a similar story to years past, it also contains a few surprises. First, it’s important to... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 12, 2018 | Digital Transformation, ERP Blog, Implementation
If you have looked into ERP software, then you have almost certainly heard of Infor Cloud. For over 16 years, Infor has been providing ERP solutions for small and medium-sized businesses. Currently, a Tier I ERP vendor, Infor Cloud is one of the four most leveraged... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 9, 2018 | Digital Transformation, ERP Blog, Implementation, Project Management
As you consider the potential shift to an ERP system, it’s important to identify which style of digital transformation is most aligned with your business strategies and goals. One of the most important questions you should consider in your planning is whether or not... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 6, 2018 | ERP Blog, Implementation
Most ERP implementations take longer than planned, cost more than expected and don’t effectively mitigate risks. It’s perplexing why this happens so frequently. What can be done to avoid falling into the same trap of so many implementation teams?According to... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 5, 2018 | ERP Blog
Managing portfolios for greater profitability and growth requires accurate, timely financial and operations data to make real-time decisions. Private equity (PE) firms today face a series of competitive, economic, political and technological challenges that can slow... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 5, 2018 | ERP Blog, Implementation, Project Management
When you are considering ERP software to integrate and streamline your business’s finances, HR, and other processes, SAP is an option that you will frequently come across. For well over a decade, SAP has been the ERP system of choice for all types of industries. This... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Feb 27, 2018 | ERP Blog, Implementation, Project Management
ERP failures may be more common than you think, but they don’t simply happen without warning. They also don’t happen overnight. Instead, failures and other ERP implementation project challenges tend to build over time. Seemingly small risks become bigger, while a... by Panorama Consulting Group | Feb 26, 2018 | ERP Blog, Implementation
Margins are critical in every business. For a distributor, healthy margins are the difference between success and failure. Vendor costs, inventory control, sales pricing and delivery expense all directly affect your margins. Properly managing all these areas while... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Feb 23, 2018 | ERP Blog, Implementation
Potentially the largest contributor to successful end user adoption at the onset of an ERP project go-live can often be attributed to the effectiveness of the training. The best suited systems will struggle in actual practice if they are not adopted by and utilized by... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Feb 20, 2018 | ERP Blog, Implementation
Another New Year is progressing and you may be feeling it’s time for new ERP software. Your old system is broken, employees don’t like it and your business processes inefficient. You feel like you need to do something right away to fix the problem. Before lunging... by Panorama Consulting Group | Feb 19, 2018 | ERP Blog, Implementation
SAP S/4HANA is a competitive Tier 1 fourth generation ERP solution available in multi-lingual configurations. It goes beyond the traditional ERP system, giving you the ability to connect all your processes and providing you with live information and insights. In 2015... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Feb 13, 2018 | Digital Transformation, ERP Blog, Implementation
We help companies select and implement ERP software and each has unique needs and requirements. Some are looking for more of a strategic and complete digital transformation, while others are looking for a shorter-term effective fix. Some are looking for ways to... 
