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ERP Software Selection

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Selecting an ERP or Enterprise Software for your organization can be a daunting task. How do you ensure that you evaluate and select the most appropriate system from the vast range available and how do you navigate the channel partner and systems integrator market? As independent ERP selection consultants, we can provide truly unbiased guidance, backed by an exceptional depth of experience, rigour and rigor of approach, and leveraging our vast knowledge of the ERP market across systems and sectors.

Finding the right-fitting software and service partners demands a delicate balance of often conflicting decision criteria. BHC Group has the experience to help you evaluate, compare, and select ERP/Enterprise Software, saving you time, and money, while reducing risk. We help you select the right ERP software by clearly defining objectives, developing a tailored due diligence plan, and evaluating software and service offerings. We are passionate about assisting you to make smart technology decisions that fit your unique needs and drive the success of your business.

Tasks in this stage of the planning & selection process include

  • Business requirement assessment
  • Creating the Request for Proposal (RFP)
  • Determining ERP software selection criteria
  • Participating in demos and reviews
  • Recommendations based on needs and system capabilities

Your success depends on making the right selection for your business.

Systems we support:

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Please contact us to discuss your system if it is not on the list.

Highlights of Areas of Service Expertise:

  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Corporate Performance Management (CPM)
  • Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
  • Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
  • Human Resource Management (HRMS)
  • Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
  • Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
  • Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
  • Business Intelligence (BI)
  • Service Desk / ITIL Management
  • E-commerce
  • Payroll System
  • Procurement
  • Loan Management
  • Time and Expense
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Our approach:

We practice a phased approach to implementing new software, ensuring that our clients get all the benefits of ERP without creating headaches for their teams. Our phased implementation enables our clients to manage the new functionality in small chunks and benefit from each phase before moving onto the next stage of the recommended solution.

Phase 1: Getting to Know You
Our first task is for our team to get to know you, your business, and your staff. We do this by facilitating workshops, interviews, and office, site, and warehouse tours (virtually at the moment). Each project is tailored to our client’s needs and will be sized accordingly.

Phase 2: Going to Market
During phase 2, we “Go to Market” which means that we reach out to specific vendors and partners and see who is interested in implementing their solution. Our experience and relationships are where we add value, and we can streamline what would typically be a daunting process.

Phase 3: Managing your Project
The previous two stages naturally progress to phase 3. If we have helped with Phases 1 and 2 then we are familiar with your business and processes, we understand your requirements, and we generally know the product and or implementation partner. This knowledge allows us to be highly efficient in managing your implementation. We will act as your internal project manager allowing you to focus on your business.

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  • ERP Evaluation
  • ERP Software Selection
  • ERP Implementation Support
  • ERP Upgrade & Optimization
  • ERP Consulting
  • Data Management
  • Business Process Management
  • Change Management

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ERP Consulting?

ERP consulting is the combination of services associated with implementing an ERP system. ERP consulting can encompass everything from initial business auditing and ERP system selection to ongoing training, support, and workflow optimization.

You might also be interested in the following:

How to choose the best ERP consulting firm for your business?

What are the ERP Tiers?

ERP systems are commonly categorized into tier 1, tier 2, and tier 3. These three tiers have tremendous value depending on your growth stage and future business goals. 

ERP Tier 1 Solutions

Tier 1 ERP systems are intended for global enterprise corporations. They are designed to handle large multinational corporations with many complexities, allowing numerous people to handle the same tasks. As a result, these systems are intricate, feature-rich, challenging to implement, and expensive (typically costing millions of dollars).

ERP Tier 2 Solutions

Tier two focuses on getting the most out of an ERP system. 20–40% of companies use this tier in the small to medium business sector. Typically, businesses in this tier have $25 million and $500 million in revenue. Companies that utilize tier two ERPs have medium to complex needs and fewer users than tier one.

ERP Tier 3 Solutions

Tier three is the most economical, interchangeable, and prone to significant audit and fraud risks. Because some of these ERP systems can be too adaptable and permit ledger posts to be changed, these systems are the most uncomplicated version of ERP. They only need a junior bookkeeper or you, the business owner, to run it. These systems are primarily for financials and keeping track of expenses and orders.

You might also be interested in the following: 

What Are the ERP Tiers, And Where Do You Fit In?

How long is an ERP software selection process?

The duration of an ERP selection process varies from company to company. It’s not a decision to be taken lightly; you should be prepared to invest sufficient time and energy in the selection process. Adequate preparation provides decision security and quickly bears fruit—through higher employee acceptance, optimized processes, lower costs, and maximum transparency because only the right ERP solution will contribute to your long-term company success. Our experience has shown this to take between 3-4 months.

How long does an ERP software selection take from evaluation to implementation?

The easiest answer to this question is that implementation times can vary depending on the size of the company, the number of functions required by the software, and the amount of customization needed. In our experience, the complete evaluation process, software selection and implementation can take anywhere from 6 to 12 months.

You might also be interested in the following: 

10 Tips for Selecting and Implementing a Successful ERP System

Why You Should Hire a Professional When Making an ERP Software Selection

How do I determine if my company needs ERP software?

This is a complicated question that a consulting firm can help you answer. However, below are 5 important questions to consider:

  • How accurate is your business data?
  • Are your important business systems connected?
  • Is your company growing (and outgrowing current tech)?
  • How satisfied are your customers?
  • Do you need to reduce costs from inefficient processes or technology? 

 

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How Can ERP Help You Prepare for a Recession in 2023?

How an ERP Helps Improve Business Operations?

Top 5 Areas Where ERP Integrates with Business Processes

Best of Breed ERP Vs Integrated ERP System? How to Choose the Right ERP Implementation for your Business?

Does your company help select ERP systems with deployment methods?

We help our clients select various deployment options such as on-premise, SaaS or Hosted deployment solutions when considering a new ERP system. The ERP and deployment you choose will depend on your business’s needs and requirements. Running your ERP system in the cloud offers several benefits, including low start-up costs, easier deployment, and a shorter time to benefit. On-premises solutions provide physical control over your data, greater customization flexibility, and easier integration with other software you may be running. The hosted solution might be a better fit for a large organization because they want more control over the software and likely have IT resources for system improvements. Having a choice allows you to use the best deployment option for your organization – SaaS, on-premises, hosted or a hybrid solution. 

Learn more about Hosted Vs SaaS Solutions: Which One Should I Choose?

Does your company provide ongoing support and training?

Selecting an ERP system for an organization is just the beginning. Change management and training are key to successful user adoption. A perfect implementation will only maximize your investment if your employees can use the software. Businesses must also work to properly integrate and implement the software and provide employee training and ongoing support. We will help you every step of the way.

Will your company support us in vendor contract negotiations and contract management?

We fully support our clients both in the evaluation of software contracts and in the assessment of implementation models. Through our experience as project managers in implementing and introducing ERP software, we have a wealth of practical experience that flows directly into assessing these contracts. 

Who from my company needs to be involved in conducting a successful ERP selection?

A selection team will involve key stakeholders, including an Executive Sponsor (usually the CFO) and functional leaders from Manufacturing, Operations, Accounting, and Information Technology. We would also include active Human Resources and Sales leaders if your ERP solution considerations encompass HRMS or CRM, respectively.

What matters most when preparing to implement an ERP Solution? What are the critical success factors?

From a people standpoint, the critical factors are a dedicated team of functional experts, executive sponsorship, experienced project management, and IT support. From a process standpoint, the most important success factor is thoroughly documented as-is business processes.

What type of industries do you serve?

We are proud to have been part of successful projects across a broad range of industries, including:

  • Distribution
  • Emergency Communications / Public Safety
  • Financial Services
  • Forestry
  • Health Care
  • Legal Services
  • Manufacturing
  • Maritime
  • Mining
  • Not for Profit
  • Public Sector
  • Real Estate
  • Utilities

Give us a shout to discuss how we can support your software and technology needs

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94 Oak St,
Winnipeg, MB R3M 3R3
204-688-1843

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