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The 2025 Top 10 ERP Systems Report
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How to Identify and Engage Invisible ERP Stakeholders
Identifying ERP stakeholders often involves uncovering informal influencers who shape behavior outside traditional hierarchies. ERP stakeholder engagement strategies should account for trusted employees who influence peer adoption behind the scenes. Stakeholder...
How to Sustain Employee Engagement During Phased ERP Deployments
Employee engagement during ERP implementation often determines the long-term success of phased rollout strategies. Phased ERP deployment introduces distinct user adoption challenges compared to big-bang implementations, particularly around timing and consistency....
The CEO’s Guide to Using Microlearning to Reskill Employees
Microlearning in digital transformation helps organizations boost ERP adoption by delivering role-specific, on-demand training during critical system changes. CEOs are increasingly turning to microlearning for upskilling and reskilling because it fits seamlessly into...
The Social Skills Every CIO Needs for Digital Transformation Leadership
Digital transformation leadership is about ensuring that IT initiatives align with business strategy rather than operating in silos. Emotional intelligence in leadership is essential for navigating resistance, communicating change effectively, and gaining buy-in for...
How to Approach Change Management in Big Bang ERP Projects
A Big Bang ERP go-live requires immediate adoption of new processes, making employee preparedness critical to avoid disruptions and costly mistakes. Effective change management in Big Bang ERP projects should begin early, focusing on building trust and addressing...
Change Management in Cloud ERP Implementations
Cloud ERP systems evolve continuously, requiring employees to adapt to frequent updates and workflow changes. Without proper change management, ERP updates can lead to confusion and employee resistance. Organizations should leverage microlearning strategies and...
Managing Conflicting Stakeholder Demands During an ERP Implementation
Balancing business objectives with user needs is central to resolving conflicting stakeholder demands during ERP implementations. Transparent communication, supported by data such as cost-benefit analyses and adoption metrics, can bridge gaps and align competing...
A Playbook for Scaling Change Management Strategies
Scaling change management strategies involves addressing the complexities of both large organizations and transformative business initiatives. A scalable OCM framework ensures consistency across regions and functions while allowing flexibility for local and...![Consequences of Poor Change Management [Don’t do the Bare Minimum]](https://www.panorama-consulting.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/consequences-of-poor-change-management.jpg.webp)
Consequences of Poor Change Management [Don’t do the Bare Minimum]
Poor change management during an ERP implementation can result in project delays, budget overruns, and diminished system adoption. Readiness assessments help identify resistance, ensuring smoother transitions and preventing misaligned expectations. Consistent...
How to Make Change Initiatives Stick: Proven Reinforcement Strategies
Change management reinforcement ensures new behaviors are adopted and maintained to achieve long-term organizational goals. Successful reinforcement in organizational change relies on consistent monitoring, targeted support, and timely adjustments. Continuous...
How Transparent Decision-Making Can Boost ERP User Adoption
Transparent decision-making in ERP projects fosters trust, collaboration, and alignment across all levels of the organization. Clear communication of goals, risks, and mitigation strategies helps employees feel informed and engaged during ERP implementation. Involving...
Top Change Management Trends for 2025
AI integration in change management enables real-time sentiment analysis, adaptive communication strategies, and data-driven decision-making to improve adoption rates. Agile change management methodologies emphasize iterative communication plans, flexible training...
Fear of IT: How to Calm Workplace Tech Anxiety Among Employees
Among those who fear the unknown (almost everyone), the thought of digital transformation can be a source of great anxiety. When technological change threatens to disrupt workplace roles, employees may feel uncertainty about their future, and uncertainty tends to...
Overcoming Reskilling Challenges When Implementing New ERP Software
Introducing new enterprise software demands more than just technological changes; it requires organizations to reskill their workforce for new systems and workflows. However, when reskilling employees, many organizations encounter barriers, such as cultural...
Top-Down vs. Bottom-Up Change Management: Which is Better?
The success of an ERP implementation depends not only on selecting the right software but also on employing the most effective change management approach. This brings us to a pivotal decision: should you drive change from the top down, or should you take a bottom-up...
How to Maximize Employee Engagement During Organizational Change
One of the best ways to reduce employee resistance to change is to engage them throughout the project. In an ERP implementation, this means engaging employees throughout the planning stage, software selection stage, and beyond. Today, we’re sharing expert tips on how...
Navigating Cultural Resistance in IT Transformation (Using Change Management)
In today’s data-driven world, modern, integrated enterprise software has become essential. Unfortunately, many organizations have company cultures that are resistant to software upgrades and digital transformation. Cultural resistance is often overlooked by...
Cultural Barriers to Digital Transformation and How to Overcome Them
Many organizations have a company culture that’s averse to the adoption of new technologies. These cultures revel in the status quo, hindering collaboration and stifling innovation. While digital transformation might seem like a pipe dream, you do have options. The...
How to Sustain Change Momentum Post-Implementation
You’ve just implemented new enterprise software, and everything seems to be going smoothly. Employees are commenting on how much easier it is to generate reports, executives are impressed with the productivity gains, and customers are more satisfied than ever. It’s...
