Panorama Consulting Group | People - Process

Problems in ERP Selection That Could Mean “Shelfware” is in Your Future

by Bill Baumann | Jul 21, 2021 | ERP Blog, Software Expert Witness

In an enterprise resource planning (ERP) implementation, selecting the wrong platform could mean ending up with software that simply “sits on the shelf.” Unfortunately, many organizations seal this destiny when they fail to adequately prepare for software...

Why Managers Resist Change: 12 Classic Reasons

by Panorama Consulting Group | Jul 19, 2021 | ERP Blog, Organizational Change Management

Wondering why managers resist change? The answer lies mostly in the fact that they have misconceptions, but it’s also true that they have a certain amount of fear. One type of change managers love to resist is the implementation of new ERP software. New software often...

ERP Implementation in the Retail Industry: What to Look for in Retail Technology

by Panorama Consulting Group | Jul 15, 2021 | ERP Blog, Software Selection

Retailers around the world are accelerating their digital transformation efforts. These efforts are being primarily driven by changes in consumer shopping behaviors. To meet these new demands, retailers are increasingly focusing on creating dynamic, interactive...

Lessons Learned from the Sacramento School District Workday Software Failure

by Bill Baumann | Jul 14, 2021 | ERP Blog, Software Expert Witness

In 2013, California’s Sacramento City Unified School District (SCUSD) decided to improve its approach to finance, HR, and payroll management. Hoping to cut costs and streamline operations, the district hired software as a service (SaaS) provider, Workday. ...

What is a Customer Journey Map? [Is it Necessary for ERP Success?]

by Panorama Consulting Group | Jul 12, 2021 | ERP Blog, Software Implementation

What is a customer journey map? It’s a visual diagram that clearly depicts how prospects interact with your company across every stage. In the context of an ERP implementation, a customer journey map can help you improve your business processes before automating...

ERP Implementation Payback: When Might You Recoup the Cost of ERP?

by Panorama Consulting Group | Jul 8, 2021 | ERP Blog, Software Selection

When you implement an ERP system, you naturally expect a return. This return is often in the form of increased profits and performance, through more efficient processes and smarter insights. At a certain point, this return will counterbalance the money you spent on...