by Panorama Consulting Group | Apr 2, 2018 | 360 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 23, 2018 | 360 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 | 360 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 9, 2018 | Digital Transformation, 360 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 5, 2018 | 360 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 | 360 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 | Jan 30, 2018 | 360 ERP Blog, Expert Witness, Project Management
Over years of being an ERP expert witness, I’ve had the opportunity to examine, analyze and testify in court on all types of implementation failures. I’ve been an expert witness for SAP implementations, Oracle projects, Microsoft Dynamics transformations and a host of... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Jan 29, 2018 | 360 ERP Blog, Project Management
Business must constantly plan for the future. In the world of ERPs, the future is now. For over 25 years companies have implemented and benefited from traditional ERP solutions. Your favorite t-shirt might be 25 years old but it is highly unlikely your employing... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Jan 26, 2018 | 360 ERP Blog, Project Management
As ERP becomes one of the older software applications in the business landscape, ERP vendors are constantly evolving to meet the needs of customers and stay competitive in an ever-changing industry. Here are 3 of the biggest changes to ERP in the last 5 years. 1. ERP... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Jan 23, 2018 | 360 ERP Blog, Implementation, Project Management
Most organizations don’t implement new ERP software for the technology. Instead, they are implementing to improve their business capabilities and competencies. However, most organizations don’t think enough about how they will build these internal competencies to be... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Jan 22, 2018 | 360 ERP Blog, Project Management
Almost every aspect of the healthcare industry is continuously evolving. ERP software, which plays a pivotal role in everything from ensuring the security of patient data to identifying possible illness patterns, is one area that is expected to see substantial changes... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Jan 9, 2018 | Implementation, Digital Transformation, Project Management
Every ERP software implementation is difficult, riddled with pitfalls, risks, and common mistakes. Most fall into the various traps of an ERP implementation, but few effectively navigate those traps once they’ve fallen in. But, that doesn’t mean that you can’t get... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Dec 29, 2017 | 360 ERP Blog, Digital Transformation, Implementation, Project Management
For anyone who has attempted to run a race of any length (5k, 10k, half marathon or full) you know the importance of finding your pace and keeping consistent with stride and breathing. Not many people in the world can run an entire race starting at full speed and... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Oct 20, 2017 | 360 ERP Blog, Implementation, Project Management
Implementing an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system doesn’t stop at purchasing one. While it’s good to be excited about rolling it out to your employees, it’s a big project that requires careful planning and preparation. No matter what little modifications you... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Aug 25, 2017 | 360 ERP Blog, Project Management
Enterprise resource planning (ERP) project management is a full-time job that requires dedicated resources. Although it’s not as simple as it seems, it’s one of the keys to the success of software implementation. For this reason, business owners, Chief Information... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 31, 2017 | 360 ERP Blog, Project Management
Your implementation partner assures you that everything’s going great, but you have an uneasy feeling about how the project is progressing – is it paranoia or intuition? If you’re talking about an ERP project, it’s probably intuition. You shouldn’t ignore any... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Dec 2, 2016 | Government, 360 ERP Blog, Project Management
Like a lot of organizations – we try to stay quiet on our political choices. Not every person is going to agree with your points of view, so it’s best practice to keep your views to yourself. However, it is hard to stay in the middle with such a polarized... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Nov 18, 2016 | 360 ERP Blog, Project Management
Your ERP system runs your day-to-day operations and is the heart of your business. Few would disagree that without technology, your business could screech to a halt. What is your perception of the dependability and flexibility of your systems? Memories of outages and... by Panorama Consulting Group | Aug 19, 2016 | 360 ERP Blog, Project Management
Recently I learned what goes into making a delicious, homemade pie. One of the most important tricks to a good pie is consistency. This ensures that all of the ingredients are accurately added and evenly distributed. Unfortunately, the disproportion of any ingredient... by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 29, 2016 | 360 ERP Blog, Change Management, Government, Implementation, Project Management
1. Alarm Stage. This is our first response to a stressor. It is the stage in which our “fight-or-flight” instincts kick in because we have encountered a stressful situation and our body is reacting in defense. This isn’t any different from an organization’s typical... 
