How do you smoothly transition and rollout ERP changes?

3 Manage your data

One of the most critical aspects of any ERP change project is data management. You need to ensure that your data is accurate, consistent, complete, and secure throughout the transition and rollout. You need to perform data cleansing, mapping, migration, validation, and testing activities, using appropriate tools and techniques. You also need to define and enforce data standards, policies, and procedures, and train your staff on data entry, maintenance, and reporting. Moreover, you need to backup your data regularly and have a data recovery plan in case of any errors or disruptions.

4 Involve your users

Another key factor for a smooth ERP transition and rollout is user involvement. You need to engage your users from the start to the end of the project, and ensure that they understand the benefits, impacts, and expectations of the ERP change. You need to solicit their feedback, input, and suggestions, and address their concerns and issues promptly. You also need to provide them with adequate training, support, and documentation, and encourage them to test and use the new or improved system. Furthermore, you need to monitor their adoption, satisfaction, and performance, and reward their efforts and achievements.

6 Monitor your results

After you launch your new or improved ERP system, you need to monitor its performance, results, and impacts. You need to collect and analyze relevant metrics, such as system availability, reliability, speed, usability, functionality, and security. You also need to measure and evaluate the business outcomes, such as productivity, efficiency, quality, customer satisfaction, and profitability. Moreover, you need to identify and resolve any issues, problems, or risks that may arise, and implement any changes, improvements, or enhancements that may be needed. Finally, you need to document and share your lessons learned, best practices, and success stories.

7 Here’s what else to consider

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