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In this blog post, we explain the roles needed for a successful ERP implementation.
The composition of your internal Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementation team is a critical component to ensuring the long-term success of the new ERP system implementation project. It is important that your approach to selecting an implementation team is aligned with your new system selection, and general ERP planning, and accounts for several major internal and external factors.
Outlined below are 6 core roles necessary for your ERP implementation team.
It is important to have an executive sponsor to oversee the high-level ERP responsibilities of the implementation project. They can either be an individual executive for a small to mid-sized company or a group of senior individuals that make up an executive suite in the case of an enterprise business. The executive sponsor plays a significant role in determining the right ERP software based on business needs, budget, and the readiness to implement. The implementation can be a complex process, but with the appropriate ERP software solution, it can ensure the ERP system is properly configured to support real-time business operations and data migration. The goal of ERP implementation is to use the new system to reduce costs and enhance current processes.
This can be an enormous task for a company to undertake, which is why it is important to also consider acquiring an implementation partner to assist with selecting and integrating the right ERP software for your enterprise. Outlined below are important responsibilities of the executive sponsor, and whilst the executive sponsor oversees the project, the implementation partner can assist with the various tasks necessary to align the project with the company’s needs.
Are you ready to ensure a successful ERP implementation for your team? Our latest blog post is a must-read for businesses in the research or implementation phase. Learn about the crucial end-to-end preparation required to maximize client success. Discover the significance of proper team preparation, essential steps at each implementation stage, and the consequences of neglecting them. Don't miss out on valuable insights that can save you time and effort. Click here to read the full article and set your ERP implementation on the path to success with Avantiico.
Read moreThe advocacy of the ERP implementation project by the executive sponsor also ensures company-wide engagement and participation, which is crucial to the successful adoption of the system during and after the go-live phase. Additionally, the executive owner is involved on a senior level in risk mitigation, and change management. They address systematic issues during the implementation project through periodic review and spearhead the change management from the top down.
The implementation partner is an external consultant company or vendor position and is the technical provider of the ERP software solution. The implementation partner is often a team of individuals that could include a project manager, business analyst, technical consultant, and more, depending on the project scope. They are responsible for advising on ERP software selection, making customizations, and providing technical support and training during implementation and post-go-live. Implementing an ERP system with a skilled partner ensures proper deployment and maximizes the benefits of an ERP system by integrating business functions like CRM and supply chain management.
Selecting an implementation partner is important, as they not only bring critical technical and functional expertise on the ERP software but also bring their business insight along with them. They can clearly identify how the ERP system can help provide solutions specific to your enterprise, assist with the pain points before, during, and after the project, and ensure that the implementation time is optimized to meet the project’s success criteria.
The internal project manager is responsible for driving the ERP implementation within the organization. This involves working with the executive sponsor to facilitate the vision for the project, it’s necessary to align with the business objectives. Important responsibilities for the role include, but are not limited to:
The super-user has several key responsibilities: 
There are several factors when establishing your ERP implementation team that will be unique to your implementation project. The outlined positions in this article will give you a baseline for understanding the roles and responsibilities required for an ERP implementation. Additionally, this outline will convey how your team can be structured to align with your company, and project needs.
Are you ready to ensure a successful ERP implementation for your team? Our latest blog post is a must-read for businesses in the research or implementation phase. Learn about the crucial end-to-end preparation required to maximize client success. Discover the significance of proper team preparation, essential steps at each implementation stage, and the consequences of neglecting them. Don't miss out on valuable insights that can save you time and effort. Click here to read the full article and set your ERP implementation on the path to success with Avantiico.
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