Sometimes, throwing out your existing system isn’t the answer. The goal of the needs assessment isn’t just to gather requirements, it’s to understand your business processes in depth and compare them to your current system’s capabilities. This gives you a clear picture of what’s working, what isn’t, and what can be improved without the heavy lift of a full-scale implementation.
What This Looks Like in Practice
We start by listening. We meet with stakeholders across departments—finance, operations, HR, IT—and examine how your teams work, where they’re struggling, and what they want to achieve. Then we evaluate your current technology and systems through a fit-gap lens to see how well they align with your operational goals.
What we often find is eye-opening: sometimes the right path isn’t a brand-new ERP but rather process optimization, system configuration, or the introduction of supporting tools. If an ERP is needed, this groundwork ensures the right one is selected based on facts, not assumptions.
The Benefits of Starting Here
A thorough needs assessment and fit-gap analysis helps you:
- Determine whether a new ERP is necessary or if current systems can be optimized
- Prioritize requirements and identify non-negotiables
- Reduce risk by avoiding premature investment in the wrong solution
- Improve buy-in and alignment across departments
- Build a solid foundation for ERP selection if it turns out to be the right path
This Is What We Do
BHC Group specializes in guiding organizations through this critical early phase. We provide a structured, objective approach to understanding your needs and evaluating your options. We don’t sell software—we help you determine what makes sense for your business today, and what will support you long-term.
Sometimes that means proceeding with ERP selection. Other times, it means fixing what’s already in place. Either way, we help you make a smart, informed decision.
Final Thought
A new ERP system is a major investment—not just financially, but in time and resources. Don’t make that call without doing the homework first. A short engagement with BHC Group can give you the clarity and confidence to choose the right path forward.
Let’s talk about where you are and where you want to go.
