Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems encompass everything required to run a successful business. From cloud-based solutions as service options to hosted systems, businesses are presented with many options. Once they have jumped through that hoop, they are presented with the task of ERP system implementation, a multi-step, complex process. It requires extensive planning to execute properly. The system can feel overwhelming from beginning to end, leading to easily avoidable mistakes.

1. Not planning
Planning is one of the critical aspects of successfully implementing ERP software. Using an ERP system will impact every department of an organization. Most organizations don’t put in enough thought and planning, which can lead to increased confusion in the future. This confusion can sometimes lead to the derailment or discontinuation of the project. The only solution to this problem is to plan profusely. It is vital to have a map that helps businesses stay on track and avoid hurdles along the way. They can start by assembling a team to handle the implementation process.

2. Neglecting budgeting
Another common mistake companies make with ERP implementation is not thinking enough about the budget. A well-thought-out budget that accounts for additional costs and post-sales services can help make the worst of the situation work. Some companies simply do not focus all that much on budgeting since they believe the system does not have many expenses connected to it. Companies must consider everything in the budget, from employee training to maintenance. This helps with the optimum usage and efficiency of the solution. Improper budgeting, like improper planning, can be a hurdle down the line and may lead to the project’s collapse.

3. Trying to implement it all
ERP systems are vast and can take much time to implement and learn. Another common mistake companies make that leads to them believing the implementation was a failure is that they try to implement it all at once.