So you’ve chosen to implement D365 F&O and now you want to choose a partner. One of the first questions you will likely ask prospective partners is “Have you done this before?”. It’s a fair question, you would never instruct a builder to build you a house extension if they have never done any building work before (DIY enthusiasts and worried partners aside), but…
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What to consider when planning a new ERP implementation
So you’ve decided to implement a new ERP/Finance solution. Although it is highly likely that you will require the engagement of an expert implementation partner to support you on your transformation journey, there are many key planning and mobilisation considerations to finalise before the project should start. Establishing a strong project team Often one of …
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When do Accelerators make you faster? the conclusion. (Part 3)
In this final post following How to identify the different types of Accelerator (Part 2). I look to highlight areas of consideration, questions and closing thoughts when making this key decision. What should I be aware of when considering accelerators? Accelerators can be exceptional value for an organization when fully understood. Where their full benefits, …
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How to identify the different types of Accelerator (Part 2)
In this post, following on from Part 1 we continue by exploring the types of accelerators on the market, configuration, software based and methodology. It is important to note that as the word accelerator is not a standardised term, there isn’t an expected or default accelerator type, these are the most common accelerators I have …
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Do Accelerators really make your project faster? (Part 1)
Accelerators are an unregulated term for implementation projects, and when it comes to D365, an accelerator might be the very thing you are trying to avoid (especially when it comes to F&O but this is also relevant to CE), using customized and proprietary IP that ties you to a single vendor. This series of posts …
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Embracing the “Adopt not Adapt” approach in ERP implementation
In the world of ERP, there’s a term and strategy that’s gaining traction: the so-called “adopt not adapt” approach. It encourages businesses to use best practice software solutions as they are, rather than customising them to fit their internal processes. What is the “Adopt Not Adapt” Approach? “Adopt not adapt” is mainly associated with cloud-first …
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On your marks, get set, Data!
Excitement, expectation, motivation and passion are all feelings associated with kicking off a new ERP implementation project. It is also understandable why these feelings often dissipate when the subject of ‘data’ comes up. However, a failure to prioritise, understand or even acknowledge data could create serious issues later down the line and, in the most …
Understanding Pre-Sales in the Context of ERP
ERP systems have revolutionised the way businesses operate, offering integrated management of core business processes like finance, supply chain management and HR. However, before implementation gets underway, there’s a critical phase known as pre-sales. Let’s delve into what pre-sales means! What is Pre-Sales? Pre-sales is a set of activities that precede the “sale”, i.e. the …
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Is a new implementation/ upgrade the answer?
Not all ERP and finance systems are created equal and over time may become outdated or misaligned with the changing needs of the business. In this case, an upgrade or replacement may be considered necessary to keep up with the market demands, leverage new opportunities and achieve the businesses growth strategy. The initial appeal to …
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