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Furthermore, identifying and celebrating small wins early in the process can build momentum and demonstrate the new system’ s benefits, especially if people had been initially sceptical.

SWITCHING TO MORE DIGITAL OPERATIONS CAN BE A MAJOR STEP.

Change should also be applied to the ERP solution itself. Continuous development and improvement of an ERP system ensure it remains relevant and beneficial as the business evolves. Furthermore, implementing a fully scalable ERP system – especially one in the cloud – the business can grow without being constrained by outdated and legacy processes.

Tie ERP into broader Digital Transformation

Some midmarket companies have approached Digital Transformation tentatively. But embracing digital technologies – and ERP solutions especially – can be transformative and a significant contributor to sustained growth.

Switching to more digital operations can be a major step. It makes a business leaner and more efficient, and automating manual processes frees up staff time to be better spent elsewhere. It also eliminates the potential for human error to impact the business negatively.

Aligning ERP with Digital Transformation not only means companies can get more from their ERP but also helps advance the transformation programmes. This impacts the entire business, including growth, which is essential for any SME.

Given the importance of growth and the challenging business environment in which many midmarket firms find themselves, ERP can be a significant technology. It increases efficiency, improves productivity and powers Digital Transformation. Ensure that your organisation gets the most from its investment in an ERP system and unlocks the full benefits that this technology can offer. �

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