{"id":2029,"date":"2022-03-07T10:03:18","date_gmt":"2022-03-07T10:03:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/cit-blog\/?p=2029"},"modified":"2022-10-31T17:53:21","modified_gmt":"2022-10-31T17:53:21","slug":"what-are-the-different-erp-implementation-phases","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/cit-blog\/what-are-the-different-erp-implementation-phases\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the Different ERP Implementation Phases?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.22&#8243;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; column_structure=&#8221;3_5,2_5&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; module_class=&#8221;blog-left-content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->By deciding to use an ERP, you\u2019ve made an enormous step for your company\u2019s overall productivity, efficiency, and organization. ERPs can make a big difference to your company\u2019s bottom line.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Unfortunately, an ERP\u2019s usefulness is roughly proportional to the difficulty of the implementation.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->That\u2019s why it\u2019s essential to have a game plan before beginning the process. Whether you\u2019re switching ERPs or using one for the first time, these three steps will ensure the transition is as painless as possible!<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading --><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/cit-blog\/what-are-the-different-erp-implementation-phases\/#Phase_1_Setting_Yourself_Up_for_Success\" title=\"Phase 1: Setting Yourself Up for Success\">Phase 1: Setting Yourself Up for Success<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/cit-blog\/what-are-the-different-erp-implementation-phases\/#Pick_your_ERP\" title=\"Pick your ERP\">Pick your ERP<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/cit-blog\/what-are-the-different-erp-implementation-phases\/#Form_your_team\" title=\"Form your team\">Form your team<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/cit-blog\/what-are-the-different-erp-implementation-phases\/#Optimize\" title=\"Optimize\">Optimize<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/cit-blog\/what-are-the-different-erp-implementation-phases\/#Dont_forget_data\" title=\"Don\u2019t forget data\">Don\u2019t forget data<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/cit-blog\/what-are-the-different-erp-implementation-phases\/#Phase_2_Go_Time\" title=\"Phase 2: Go Time\">Phase 2: Go Time<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/cit-blog\/what-are-the-different-erp-implementation-phases\/#Slow_and_steady\" title=\"Slow and steady\">Slow and steady<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/cit-blog\/what-are-the-different-erp-implementation-phases\/#Going_all_in\" title=\"Going all in\">Going all in<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/cit-blog\/what-are-the-different-erp-implementation-phases\/#Which_is_better\" title=\"Which is better?\">Which is better?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/cit-blog\/what-are-the-different-erp-implementation-phases\/#Phase_3_Support_and_maintenance\" title=\"Phase 3: Support and maintenance\">Phase 3: Support and maintenance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/cit-blog\/what-are-the-different-erp-implementation-phases\/#Trust_Confianz_with_ERP_impelmentation\" title=\"Trust Confianz with ERP impelmentation\">Trust Confianz with ERP impelmentation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/cit-blog\/what-are-the-different-erp-implementation-phases\/#Talk_to_our_experts_now\" title=\"    Talk to our experts now  \">    Talk to our experts now  <\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/cit-blog\/what-are-the-different-erp-implementation-phases\/#Talk_To_Our_Experts_Now\" title=\"Talk To Our Experts Now\n\t\">Talk To Our Experts Now\n\t<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ERP_Implementation_Overview\"><\/span>ERP Implementation Overview<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->There are a lot of small steps involved in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/odoo-implementation\" class=\"rank-math-link\">implementing ERP software<\/a>, but these are the three more comprehensive phases of ERP implementation:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph --><strong>Phase 1: Planning<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->First, the company needs to decide what they want to achieve with their new system. They also need to identify the business processes supported by the new system and any other requirements for its successful implementation.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph --><strong>Phase 2: Implementation\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->This is when the company starts implementing their new system, which includes installing it on their computers and training employees on how to use it.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph --><strong>Phase 3: Post-implementation\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->This is when the company starts using its new system in production and monitoring its performance over time, making any necessary adjustments or improvements along the way.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading --><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phase_1_Setting_Yourself_Up_for_Success\"><\/span>Phase 1: Setting Yourself Up for Success<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->The first phase is the most important one, as it sets the tone for the rest of the process. Therefore, if this stage is handled correctly, the rest will go more smoothly.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->With everything an ERP can do for your business, it can be tempting to play with your shiny new toy immediately. But that would be a huge mistake.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->You want to handle potential disruptions that could cost you big on time, money, and customer trust before they happen. So it makes sense to spend the most time here.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pick_your_ERP\"><\/span>Pick your ERP<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Choosing the right ERP for your company is the first step toward a successful transition. We have plenty of articles that give a more detailed breakdown of the pros and cons of the different systems. But there are some basic things you need to decide.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->What kinds of features do you need for your company? Do you want an ERP that\u2019s more one size fits all, or are you looking for a more bespoke experience? How scalable do you need your ERP to be?<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Form_your_team\"><\/span>Form your team<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->To answer these questions, you need to form a team composed of different members from your company. You should have at least one member from each major division.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->A diverse team ensures that everyone\u2019s needs are filled since an ERP should help unify your company. You\u2019ll also have someone who knows what they\u2019re doing in each division to help train the rest of the staff.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Optimize\"><\/span>Optimize<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Once you\u2019ve come to a consensus about which ERP you\u2019ll be using, you\u2019ll move into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/openerp-customization\" class=\"rank-math-link\">customizing the system<\/a> for your particular workplace.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Your developers will need to communicate with each division to get a clear understanding of the current workflow.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->When possible, you should keep processes similar while improving efficiency. It will be a lot easier for your current employees to adjust to more incremental changes rather than complete overhauls.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->While the design team optimizes the software, the different divisions need to create training literature for their respective area. You don\u2019t want your ERP to disrupt your business, and making sure your employees are trained from the get-go will do a lot to that end.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_forget_data\"><\/span>Don\u2019t forget data<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph --><a href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/odoo-data-migration\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Data migration<\/a> is a long process that will be happening in the background for most of the implementation.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Data extraction is rarely easy. Most systems don\u2019t want to see you go, so they make extracting your data from their system as complicated as possible.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->This is especially true if you aren\u2019t transitioning from a different ERP. You\u2019ll need to gather the data from diverse sources, reformat it, and import it to your new system.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Get started early, so you don\u2019t have to sit on your heels while everything else is ready to go.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading --><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phase_2_Go_Time\"><\/span>Phase 2: Go Time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Once you\u2019ve prepared as much as possible (and I cannot stress the importance of this enough), it\u2019s time to deploy your ERP.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->There are a couple of ways to go about this. You can move your departments over one by one (slow and steady) or push the big red button and move everyone over at once (going all-in).<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Each method has some pros and cons.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Slow_and_steady\"><\/span>Slow and steady<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Pros:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Your support team can give that particular part of the business and software their full attention.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019re less likely to experience business-wide disruption.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->\u00a0Cons:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Slow. Not the best method for those on a timeline.<\/li>\n<li>It can be challenging to implement just one part of an ERP and a waste of time to integrate it with software you\u2019re phasing out.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Going_all_in\"><\/span>Going all in<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Pros:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You can take advantage of all the benefits of your ERP faster.<\/li>\n<li>You get to work with the ERP as a whole instead of shoehorning it in.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Cons:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Far more potential for catastrophe! Your development team may have to put fires out in many different places.<\/li>\n<li>It can be more overwhelming for your staff if they aren\u2019t given enough attention and preparation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_is_better\"><\/span>Which is better?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->They\u2019re pretty balanced, so it depends on your business. Larger businesses may want to adopt the slower method since there are more moving parts. However, they may have a more extensive support staff, so the risk may balance out.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Smaller businesses can transition all at once with less danger but may struggle to correct the problems. Again, it\u2019s up to your team to decide the wiser option for your business.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading --><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phase_3_Support_and_maintenance\"><\/span>Phase 3: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/odoo-support-maintenance\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Support and maintenance<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Now that your ERP is online and you\u2019ve dealt with the most immediate issues, you may want to go on cruise control. But this is a critical phase.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->While you\u2019ve been getting feedback from in-house, now your customers are going to be interacting with the system. Companies are expected to provide <a href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/odoo-support-maintenance\" class=\"rank-math-link\">post-implementation support<\/a> to their customers.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Support can look like sending out requests for feedback, increasing your customer assistance team, and putting your development team to work squashing bugs.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Also, make sure to keep up with your team. Processes that may have seemed to work well at first may not have worn well. And there are always more opportunities for optimization!<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading --><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trust_Confianz_with_ERP_impelmentation\"><\/span>Trust <a href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Confianz<\/a> with ERP impelmentation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Businesses have a million cogs that all work together. By transitioning to using an ERP, you\u2019re upgrading your machinery, but there\u2019s a massive potential for disruption during the process.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->But if you\u2019re diligent about following the steps and working with your employees, you can skip to the part where your business is more efficient and organized than ever!<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->If you want to make the process as seamless as possible, let us help! Our<a href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/odoo\/consulting-services\"> ERP experts<\/a> can help you every step of the way, from choosing an ERP to<a href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/odoo-support-maintenance\"> post-launch support<\/a>. 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ERPs can make a big difference to your company\u2019s bottom line.\u00a0 Unfortunately, an ERP\u2019s usefulness is roughly proportional to the difficulty of the implementation.\u00a0 That\u2019s why it\u2019s essential to have a game plan before beginning the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":2032,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>By deciding to use an ERP, you\u2019ve made an enormous step for your company\u2019s overall productivity, efficiency, and organization. ERPs can make a big difference to your company\u2019s bottom line.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Unfortunately, an ERP\u2019s usefulness is roughly proportional to the difficulty of the implementation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>That\u2019s why it\u2019s essential to have a game plan before beginning the process. Whether you\u2019re switching ERPs or using one for the first time, these three steps will ensure the transition is as painless as possible!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>ERP Implementation Overview<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>There are a lot of small steps involved in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/odoo-implementation\" class=\"rank-math-link\">implementing ERP software<\/a>, but these are the three more comprehensive phases of ERP implementation:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Phase 1: Planning<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>First, the company needs to decide what they want to achieve with their new system. They also need to identify the business processes supported by the new system and any other requirements for its successful implementation.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Phase 2: Implementation&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This is when the company starts implementing their new system, which includes installing it on their computers and training employees on how to use it.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Phase 3: Post-implementation&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This is when the company starts using its new system in production and monitoring its performance over time, making any necessary adjustments or improvements along the way.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Phase 1: Setting Yourself Up for Success<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The first phase is the most important one, as it sets the tone for the rest of the process. Therefore, if this stage is handled correctly, the rest will go more smoothly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With everything an ERP can do for your business, it can be tempting to play with your shiny new toy immediately. But that would be a huge mistake.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You want to handle potential disruptions that could cost you big on time, money, and customer trust before they happen. So it makes sense to spend the most time here.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Pick your ERP<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Choosing the right ERP for your company is the first step toward a successful transition. We have plenty of articles that give a more detailed breakdown of the pros and cons of the different systems. But there are some basic things you need to decide.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>What kinds of features do you need for your company? Do you want an ERP that\u2019s more one size fits all, or are you looking for a more bespoke experience? How scalable do you need your ERP to be?<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Form your team<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>To answer these questions, you need to form a team composed of different members from your company. You should have at least one member from each major division.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A diverse team ensures that everyone\u2019s needs are filled since an ERP should help unify your company. You\u2019ll also have someone who knows what they\u2019re doing in each division to help train the rest of the staff.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Optimize<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Once you\u2019ve come to a consensus about which ERP you\u2019ll be using, you\u2019ll move into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/openerp-customization\" class=\"rank-math-link\">customizing the system<\/a> for your particular workplace.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Your developers will need to communicate with each division to get a clear understanding of the current workflow.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When possible, you should keep processes similar while improving efficiency. It will be a lot easier for your current employees to adjust to more incremental changes rather than complete overhauls.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While the design team optimizes the software, the different divisions need to create training literature for their respective area. You don\u2019t want your ERP to disrupt your business, and making sure your employees are trained from the get-go will do a lot to that end.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Don\u2019t forget data<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/odoo-data-migration\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Data migration<\/a> is a long process that will be happening in the background for most of the implementation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Data extraction is rarely easy. Most systems don\u2019t want to see you go, so they make extracting your data from their system as complicated as possible.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This is especially true if you aren\u2019t transitioning from a different ERP. You\u2019ll need to gather the data from diverse sources, reformat it, and import it to your new system.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Get started early, so you don\u2019t have to sit on your heels while everything else is ready to go.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Phase 2: Go Time<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Once you\u2019ve prepared as much as possible (and I cannot stress the importance of this enough), it\u2019s time to deploy your ERP.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>There are a couple of ways to go about this. You can move your departments over one by one (slow and steady) or push the big red button and move everyone over at once (going all-in).<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Each method has some pros and cons.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Slow and steady<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Pros:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><li>Your support team can give that particular part of the business and software their full attention.<\/li><li>You\u2019re less likely to experience business-wide disruption.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>&nbsp;Cons:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><li>Slow. Not the best method for those on a timeline.<\/li><li>It can be challenging to implement just one part of an ERP and a waste of time to integrate it with software you\u2019re phasing out.<\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Going all in<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Pros:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><li>You can take advantage of all the benefits of your ERP faster.<\/li><li>You get to work with the ERP as a whole instead of shoehorning it in.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Cons:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><li>Far more potential for catastrophe! Your development team may have to put fires out in many different places.<\/li><li>It can be more overwhelming for your staff if they aren\u2019t given enough attention and preparation.<\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Which is better?<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>They\u2019re pretty balanced, so it depends on your business. Larger businesses may want to adopt the slower method since there are more moving parts. However, they may have a more extensive support staff, so the risk may balance out.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Smaller businesses can transition all at once with less danger but may struggle to correct the problems. Again, it\u2019s up to your team to decide the wiser option for your business.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Phase 3: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/odoo-support-maintenance\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Support and maintenance<\/a><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Now that your ERP is online and you\u2019ve dealt with the most immediate issues, you may want to go on cruise control. But this is a critical phase.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While you\u2019ve been getting feedback from in-house, now your customers are going to be interacting with the system. Companies are expected to provide <a href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/odoo-support-maintenance\" class=\"rank-math-link\">post-implementation support<\/a> to their customers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Support can look like sending out requests for feedback, increasing your customer assistance team, and putting your development team to work squashing bugs.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Also, make sure to keep up with your team. Processes that may have seemed to work well at first may not have worn well. And there are always more opportunities for optimization!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Trust <a href=\"https:\/\/www.confianzit.com\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Confianz<\/a> with ERP impelmentation<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Businesses have a million cogs that all work together. 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