Our ERP benchmark research, which was published this year, reveals some interesting facts about ERP software in aerospace and defense.  In many ways, this is a unique industry with unique ERP software challenges.

For example, there are several key differentiators of enterprise software implementations in aerospace and defense.

Key Differentiators for Aerospace and Defense ERP Software

• Average implementation time of 28 months, compared to 20 months for all other industries
• $31.5 million total cost of ownership, compared to $8.5 million for all other industries
• Total implementation costs of 5.6% of annual revenue, compared to 9.0% for all other industries
• 50% higher likelihood of requiring some type of customization to the software

More metrics around this industry and the full industry report can be found in our resource center.