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Achieve Breakthrough ERP, SAP, or IT Project Success: 1 of 4

Series Introduction Note:  The next 3 parts of this series contain step by step instructions and pointers on managing the RFP process (Part 2), conducting the vendor selection (Part 3), and then how to use the blueprint process to correct any discrepancies and lay a solid foundation for succes (Part 4).    If you are an IT decision maker and you’re tired of pressure to achieve results that your system vendors or integrators can’t seem to deliver, use these steps to get the most for you...

Breakthrough Project Success: 2 of 4, IT Vendor Proposal RFP

We won’t cover a detailed breakdown of RFP sections or RFP strategies but we will hit on some of the high points.  These high points together with a few ways to neutralize some of the vendor sales strategies can help to ensure you are getting the very best vendor or resources for the job. This stage is probably the most intense for any company considering a technology project.  There is a lot of preparation to get a solid RFP that can set the stage for breakthrough results and solid p...

ERP and SAP Business Case for ROI, Business Benefit, and Success

Your company’s SAP or ERP business case should start before your RFP, and not just at a high level. It is important to take some time up front to get educated and develop some key understanding before ever issuing an RFP.  The more educated you are: The better the quality of the RFP. The better choice you will make at vendor selection (you'll be able to see past sales pitches to the substance). You'll be better able to make a more objective assessment during demonstrations and t...