When unexpected budget constraints hit during ERP integration, it’s time to get creative. First, assess what’s essential versus nice-to-have. For instance, if advanced reporting features can wait, focus on core functionalities that drive immediate value. Engage your team to brainstorm cost-saving measures, like using in-house resources for training instead of external consultants. Communicate openly with your vendor; they may offer flexible payment options or phased implementations to ease the financial burden while keeping the project on track.

A vanilla ERP implementation with the least or without program customization is the most effective approach to keep costs down. With advanced ERP configuration, integration and personalization, its capabilities can be exploited to satisfy the ERP client's specific requirements as much as really essential. Business process changes need to be managed for acceptance by employees and other ERP stakeholders who can actively collaborate to reap the benefits of the best business practices coded in the ERP software package.