ERP Strategy and Planning

ERP Strategy and Planning provides the foundation for aligning Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems with an organization’s business goals and operational needs. It encompasses assessing existing processes, defining requirements, selecting suitable solutions, and developing a roadmap for implementation and ongoing improvement. Effective planning addresses data migration, system integration, governance, and change management, helping organizations manage costs, reduce risk, and prepare employees for new ways of working. By establishing clear priorities and measurable outcomes, businesses can coordinate ERP investments across finance, supply chain, human resources, and other core functions. A well-defined ERP strategy extends beyond technology selection; it guides decisions about process design, deployment models, and future scalability. This approach helps organizations build a flexible foundation for growth, improve operational performance, and maximize the long-term value of their ERP systems.

How RFK Racing leverages SYSPRO ERP on and off the race track.
Behind the Pit Wall: How RFK Racing leverages SYSPRO ERP
RFK Racing leverages SYSPRO's advanced ERP technology to enhance operational efficiency, ensure compliance with NASCAR regulations, and master the complexities of inventory management, all of which contribute to their competitive edge in the high-stakes world of professional motorsports.
The Hidden ROI of Testing and Monitoring in ERP Systems
The Hidden ROI of Testing and Monitoring in ERP Systems
Effective management of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems is crucial for modern businesses, as these dynamic platforms require ongoing testing, quality assurance, and real-time monitoring to mitigate risks and enhance performance, thereby transforming potential pitfalls into opportunities for growth.
Lift-and-Shift ERP Strategies NTT DATA and Microsoft
Unit4 Names Jennifer Sherman as Chief Product Officer to Drive Innovation and Growth
Unit4 has appointed Jennifer Sherman as Chief Product Officer to enhance product innovation and customer value in its ERP offerings, leveraging her extensive experience in technology to lead the company's global product strategy amidst rising demand for agile, user-centric ERP solutions.
How to Select the Right ERP for You
Discover what to consider when choosing an enterprise resource planning system for your organization.
Finding the Right ERP Systems for Small Businesses in 2025
Finding the Right ERP Systems for Small Businesses in 2025
To thrive in the fast-paced landscape of 2025, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) need an adaptable, cloud-first ERP system that enables rapid implementation, offers intelligent insights, and provides clear pricing, with solutions like GROW with SAP, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, and Oracle NetSuite emerging as top contenders.
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IBM Launches Dedicated Microsoft Practice to Accelerate AI and Cloud-driven Business Transformation
IBM is strengthening its partnership with Microsoft by establishing a Microsoft Practice within IBM Consulting aimed at leveraging AI, cloud, and security solutions to deliver measurable business outcomes across various industries undergoing digital transformation.
NetSuite ERP
NetSuite ERP is an integrated business management system with embedded AI that delivers powerful accounting, financial management, supply chain, customer experience, project management capabilities and more that helps organizations operate more effectively by automating core processes and providing real-time visibility into operational and financial performance.
Beyond the Blue Button: Building Operational Resilience and Enabling Responsible AI Governance
Organizations must enhance their resilience by improving risk visibility and aligning technology initiatives with business outcomes, while also establishing a culture of accountability and responsible AI governance to navigate the complexities of cyber threats and innovation.
Navigating the 25% Tariff: How Auto Parts Manufacturers Can Stay Resilient and Competitive with Syspro ERP
The upcoming implementation of a 25% tariff on imported automobiles and auto parts poses significant challenges for U.S. and Canadian manufacturers, but utilizing an ERP system like SYSPRO can help improve visibility, inventory management, quality control, and supplier collaboration to maintain profitability and competitiveness.
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NTT DATA Business Solutions Positions for the Platform Era: SAP, ServiceNow, and the New Face of Enterprise Transformation
NTT DATA Business Solutions is uniquely positioned to bridge SAP and ServiceNow through a pragmatic transformation framework that emphasizes customer proximity, platform integration, and outcome-driven innovation, making it a top-tier partner for organizations seeking comprehensive business transformation.
From Checkout to Connected Commerce: How TCS is Modernizing Retail Tech and Operations
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) distinguishes itself in the retail sector by combining deep domain expertise with proprietary technologies and outcome-based delivery models, exemplified by its successful long-term partnership with Coop Denmark, focusing on continuous value realization post-ERP implementation through innovative solutions like AI-driven Optumera™ and OmniStore™, while prioritizing strategic partnerships over volume sales.
Boca Terry
Boca Terry LLC transitioned from outdated software to Acumatica Retail Edition, enhancing operational efficiency, visibility into business processes, and customer service while automating tasks and supporting their growth strategy.
Polywood Success Story
New private investors helped recycled plastic furniture maker POLYWOOD pump more than $100 million into new facilities in the past seven years, which doubled its furniture and recycle plastic plant capacities. When the pandemic hit, a 10-fold increase in transactions illuminated the many flaws of its back-office legacy systems. POLYWOOD deployed Acumatica Enterprise Manufacturing Edition, gaining real-time data visibility and operational efficiencies that allowed the company to scale effortlessly.
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Powering the Net Zero Race: How EDF Renewables Scales with IFS Cloud
EDF Renewables is strategically utilizing IFS Cloud to enhance its growth and operational efficiency in clean energy production, targeting 10 GW annually by 2035, while integrating asset management and planning capabilities within a scalable cloud-native platform.
From ESG Burden to Business Edge: IFS Embeds Sustainability at the Core of Industrial ERP
At IFS Connect UKI 2025, IFS highlighted the necessity of integrating sustainability as a core business function within industrial enterprises amidst evolving regulations and stakeholder expectations, showcasing its new cloud platform modules designed to operationalize sustainability through enhanced ESG insights and data-driven decision-making.
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Mission Ready: IFS Stays Focused on Key Verticals and Drives Innovation for Aerospace & Defense
At IFS Connect UKI 2025, IFS showcased its cloud platform and AI innovations tailored for the aerospace and defense industry, emphasizing precision, compliance, operational resilience, and security, while introducing advanced functionalities designed to meet the sector's unique challenges and regulatory requirements.
IFS CEO and CPO Offer Candid Views on Industrial AI and Speed-to-Value as the Differentiator in Enterprise Tech
IFS is shifting towards rapid AI adoption with its Nexus Black initiative and aims to double its valuation every three years, focusing on agentic AI tailored for core industries while maintaining a commitment to practical, scalable solutions despite the challenges of industrial AI.
From Productivity to Precision: IFS Unveils Its Industrial AI Reality
At IFS Connect UKI 2025, IFS executives Christian Pedersen and James Greaves emphasized that AI has become the core foundation of enterprise software, showcasing IFS.ai's capabilities in providing embedded, real-time intelligence for industrial businesses through over 200 integrated AI services that enhance operations and decision-making without human intervention.
IFS Valuation Soars Past €15 B on Major Investment & Strong Growth
From Birmingham, UK: IFS Bets Big on Industrial AI—and Invites Its Customers to Lead the Charge
At IFS Connect UKI 2025, CEO Mark Moffat emphasized IFS's urgent ambition to lead industrial enterprise software by 2029 through AI integration, focused R&D investments, and real-world operational value, while urging customers to embrace AI as a mindset for optimizing asset-heavy industries.
Assessing ERP Software TCO
A comprehensive guide for small and midsized businesses on calculating the total cost of ownership (TCO) for ERP systems. It highlights the challenges of determining TCO due to varied pricing models, infrastructure requirements, and implementation costs. Traditional ERP systems are licensed perpetually, while modern cloud ERP applications are hosted online and licensed annually, offering lower TCO by eliminating costly infrastructure and system administration. The document emphasizes the importance of understanding software pricing, implementation costs, infrastructure costs, and internal expenses. It also discusses industry-specific considerations and provides cost comparisons between perpetual on-premises and cloud SaaS deployments.
Successfully Transitioning from Basic Accounting to ERP
Relying on basic accounting software can limit your business's ability to scale and operate efficiently. This guide explores how transitioning to an ERP system can transform your business and ensure a smooth and successful shift through strategic change management.
Why SMBs Should Prioritize ERP Systems in Their Technology Roadmaps
Small and medium-sized businesses are increasingly adopting Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to streamline operations, improve efficiency, enable data-driven decision-making, and support growth while overcoming challenges associated with managing limited resources and complex processes.
What Is ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) And How Does It Work?
This article discusses the significance of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software for businesses, emphasizing its role in integrating and streamlining various departments to enhance efficiency, data visibility, and decision-making amid common organizational challenges.
Power Your Business with Aptean
The video highlights industry-specific software solutions that enhance business operations and growth across various sectors, featuring AI capabilities for precision and adaptability.
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First Water Finance Accelerates FP&A Data Transformation with CData Sync and Microsoft Fabric
First Water Finance leverages CData Sync to streamline financial planning and analysis (FP&A) processes for their clients, dramatically reducing data integration time and friction, building a central source of truth for analytics, and enabling incremental performance visibility through Microsoft Fabric's OneLake.
Global Pharma Biz Streamlines Global Data Operations
Recordati streamlined global data operations with CData Sync, enabling automated data integration across SAP, Salesforce, and Microsoft, driving 31% annual revenue growth.
CData Connectivity Solutions for the Oracle Ecosystem
An overview of how CData Software facilitates connectivity within the Oracle ecosystem
CData Foundations 2024 – Implementing Scalable ERP Integrations with SrinSoft
This session will feature CData's professional services partner SrinSoft, sharing how our partnership enables businesses to rapidly implement data integrations and reduce time-to-market. SrinSoft brings deep expertise in operational systems like SAP, Dynamics365 and NetSuite, and together with CData technology, our teams have supported businesses in building scalable data architectures.
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Rootstock Unveils Modern ERP for Manufacturers with Spring ’25 Release
Rootstock Software's Spring ’25 Release enhances user experience with a comprehensive UX uplift, introduces AI-powered features for improved operational efficiency, and strengthens financial capabilities, providing faster decision-making and streamlined processes across enterprises.
Streamlining Critical Upgrades: How ViaSat Lowered Risk and Raised Quality with Intelligent Testing
ViaSat's strategic use of Original Software's user-friendly testing platform for their Oracle EBS R12 upgrade significantly reduced risks, improved audit readiness, and enhanced software quality by enabling comprehensive documentation and automation, positioning the company for future efficiency gains.