by Panorama Consulting Group | May 5, 2020 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
It’s no secret that enterprise resource planning (ERP) software is a great way to consolidate your business functions. It also can reduce process times, increase collaboration and centralize data throughout the enterprise. Clearly, ERP systems have a wide range of... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 23, 2020 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
Business leaders need to interact with key team members, including suppliers and partners, to turn raw materials and resources into finished goods. How does ERP fit into the picture – or in other words – what is ERP in supply chain management? Well, an ERP solution... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 17, 2020 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
In more and more companies, accounting is being automated, and for good reason. Not only does automation – using enterprise resource planning (ERP) software – provide more robust and precise calculations, but it also helps reduce the potential for human error. So,... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 12, 2020 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
When companies decide to implement ERP software, they often jump right into ERP selection without taking the time to prepare. However, it’s important to first develop an ERP project plan based on realistic expectations. Most vendors aren’t equipped to develop a... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 9, 2020 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
Many of today’s enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems have business intelligence (BI) features that analyze data across functional areas and enable smart decision making. For example, visual and intuitive dashboards offer what is referred to as “self-service BI.”... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 2, 2020 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
ERP projects are frequently run by project managers with little ERP implementation experience. Many of these project managers refuse to contract with ERP consultants or ERP implementation companies. As a result, organizations struggle to implement new enterprise... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Mar 1, 2020 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
If your company is beginning ERP selection, you’re probably thinking a lot about cost. However, setting realistic expectations requires a big picture view – you need to consider not just the cost of a system but the total cost of ownership. In other words, how much... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Feb 26, 2020 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
Companies with a long-term IT digital strategy that involves rapid growth and innovation often look to large ERP vendors, like SAP, Oracle and other Tier I vendors. This is not surprising. After all, one advantage large vendors have over smaller vendors is other... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Feb 24, 2020 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
If you’re about to begin ERP selection, you’ve probably asked yourself, “What types of ERP systems are there?” Well, you’re in luck because, today, we’re going to answer this question at length. First, it’s important to understand some of the different... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Feb 18, 2020 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
It’s no secret that enterprise resource planning (ERP) software is a great way to consolidate your business functions. It also can reduce process times, increase collaboration and centralize data throughout the enterprise. Clearly, ERP systems have a wide range... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Feb 11, 2020 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
Today, we released our 2020 ERP Report analyzing trends from the past year and looking toward the future to determine what these trends mean for ERP projects in 2020. One conclusion at which we arrived was that an in-house implementation of ERP can mean a less intense... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Feb 4, 2020 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
You’ve been using a reliable ERP solution for more than five years. Everyone from the CEO to the IT manager is happy with the current solution. Then, it happens. Your ERP vendor makes a the dreaded software end of life announcement: the product you’re using will be... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Feb 4, 2020 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
Before you create an ERP project plan, it’s important to know how to measure success. This is why KPIs for ERP implementation are essential. You should measure these key performance indicators (KPIs) over the course of your ERP implementation as well as post... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Jan 27, 2020 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
Whether you’re a B2B or B2C retailer, the ability to sell your product online is critical to reach new customers and stay competitive. At first, online retailing may seem less complicated than running a traditional brick-and-mortar storefront, but eCommerce... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Jan 21, 2020 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
Many ERP vendors are transitioning away from the on-premise model are moving toward cloud and software as a service (SaaS). This gives companies in the market for SaaS ERP plenty of choices. However, as with any ERP selection decision, the way you choose to deploy... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Jan 13, 2020 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
2020 has arrived, and with it, an ongoing debate continues about enterprise resource planning (ERP) software and if it can manage bill of materials effectively and efficiently? It seems the industry changes its mind about the answer to this question depending on which... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Jan 7, 2020 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
How do you decide which ERP system to implement when internal bias and vendor enthusiasm threaten to sway you? The best way to evaluate ERP systems is to weigh the strengths and weaknesses of each according to the following six criteria. ERP Selection Criteria 1.... 
by Guest Blogger | Jan 6, 2020 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
Business intelligence (BI) tools have become an enterprise software staple, and it’s easy to see why: the ability to explore, visualize and share business data has made BI solutions a bedrock upon which faster, better decisions can be made. While there’s no question... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Dec 30, 2019 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
It’s the end of a decade, and with 2020 on the horizon, many are reflecting on the events, trends and pop culture moments that defined the 2010’s. While memes and popular music remain relevant for extended lengths of time, digital technology trends move... 
by Panorama Consulting Group | Dec 9, 2019 | ERP Blog, Software Selection
Human capital management software is a powerful tool for any company pursuing digital transformation. The main component that sets human capital management (HCM) software apart from other HR software is the emphasis on appreciating workforce value by means of... 
