Exposing the top management to the benefits of ERP through the real world case studies, sharing of experience by other corporations that have successfully implemented ERP and creation of awareness is the first step.

Convincing the top management to use a high risk, high reward scheme such as ERP is a major challenge. Almost all the members of the organization should get the excitement about ERP project implementation. Communicating and sharing of the ERP vision is the most important organizational preparation for a successful ERP implementation.

Other questions:
Should SMEs implement ERP system?
What is meant by enterprise application integration?
What are the roles and responsibilities of ERP vendors?
How is the cost of ERP implementation built up?
What is the difference between ERP and tools for ERP?
What is the typical implementation time frame for ERP system?
What are the difference between service and manufacturing industry?
Why ERP is considered to be the backbone of e-business?
Why can't companies develop their own ERP packages?
What are some key areas in which ERP systems can yield additional cost savings?

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