There are usually two burning questions when it comes to ERP implementation:<\/p>\n
They are both valid. And despite what other ERP providers might tell you, they aren\u2019t impossible to answer.<\/p>\n
Not impossible \u2013 just complicated.<\/p>\n
ERP implementation will usually take anywhere from 6 months to 2 years, from the initial scoping conversations to a finished rollout.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Then there is a period of training and onboarding. Like the implementation process, training timelines vary depending on factors we\u2019ll get into shortly.<\/p>\n ERP is more than another software tool<\/span><\/a>. So although implementing an ERP is an investment (of both time and money), you will see upsides right away:<\/p>\n Ultimately, implementing an ERP gives your business a much-needed productivity boost and slashes waste.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Determining an implementation timeline involves a structured process that focuses on:<\/p>\n With that in mind, let\u2019s look at 6 factors affecting ERP implementation timelines.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Implementing an ERP inevitably takes longer for bigger manufacturers. However, breaking the project into manageable pieces can yield benefits right from the start.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Complexity comes in two forms: operational (diverse production lines) and systemic (legacy systems and back-office processes).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Working with a local ERP provider who knows your industry<\/span><\/a> is an effective way to smooth these wrinkles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Sole traders and small businesses are usually up and running in a few months. Picking project champions will help larger manufacturers quickly get users up to speed.<\/p>\n On-premises ERP solutions take longer to configure because the software needs to be installed on individual machines and configured for servers site-by-site. On the other hand, cloud-based ERP software<\/span><\/a> is easier to access and always up to date.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n One of the big reasons manufacturers choose to implement an ERP is to do away with outdated legacy systems that don\u2019t synchronise.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n So one of the first things we look at is the legacy systems in play; how many, what they are used for, and how Jobman can roll them into a single solution<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n Large, complex companies might require more than one \u201cinstance\u201d or configuration. However, most manufacturers who use Jobman ERP only need a single instance, thanks to browser-based accessibility.<\/p>\n Plan early and work collaboratively with your ERP partner to avoid the common mistakes that hinder ERP implementation<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\nBefore we talk ERP implementation\u2026<\/h3>\n
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6 things that impact ERP implementation timelines<\/b><\/h2>\n
1. Company Size<\/h3>\n
2. Operational complexity<\/h3>\n
3. Users<\/h3>\n
4. Cloud vs on-premises<\/h3>\n
5. Legacy systems<\/h3>\n
6. Number of individual instances set up<\/h3>\n
Tips for implementing your ERP quickly (while still getting it right)<\/b><\/h2>\n
Your strategy<\/h3>\n
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Your people<\/h3>\n
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Your processes<\/h3>\n
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