Should I Use an Independent ERP Consultant? Here’s Why it might be the right answer for you.
When it comes to implementing or upgrading your ERP system, one question comes up a lot:
Should I use an independent ERP consultant?
ERP systems are complex and often come with a steep learning curve. Bringing in an expert can seem like an added expense, but it often ends up being an impactful investment.
In our latest blog, we break down the benefits, risks, and strategic advantages of working with an independent ERP consultant.
What Is an Independent ERP Consultant?
An independent ERP consultant is a third party expert who helps your business choose, implement, or optimise an ERP system. They do this without being tied to any specific software vendor.
Unlike software resellers or vendors, independent ERP consultants work solely for your business’s best interests. Their goal isn’t to sell you on a specific platform. They are there to help you make informed decisions based on your business’s overall needs.
What are the benefits of an independent ERP consultant?
Unbiased ERP Software Selection
An independent ERP consultant helps you navigate ERP software comparison without any hidden agendas. They provide unbiased ERP advice honestly assessing which system fits your needs, goals, and budget.
Expertise You Can’t Hire In-House
Independent consultants bring deep industry experience, technical know how, and implementation insight. For Shape Associates we bring real life experience helping us understand how to implement ERP’s without the overhead of a full time hire. Working with you to build an ERP system you actually use within your business.
Risk Reduction
ERP implementations are notorious for delays, cost overruns, and scope creep. An experienced consultant helps you manage ERP risk, keep vendors accountable and avoid common pitfalls. We specialise in ERP risk management saving you ROI in the long run.
Tailored Strategy & Change Management
Independent consultants do more than just set up software. At Shape Associates, we dive into your business model, team workflows, and strategic goals to create a custom ERP roadmap that works for the complete business, not just for IT. Our ERP consultants have many years of hands on experience so we’re able to streamline your ERP timeline, accelerate decision-making, and help you achieve a faster ROI.
Why Shape Associates?
At Shape Associates, we’re proudly independent. That means we’re not here to push a particular software solution. We’re here to shape the right ERP strategy for your business, that is actually used throughout the entire business.
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