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Implementing an effective manufacturing enterprise resource planning solution is no easy task. Nearly one-third of adopters suffer complete project failures due to grave implementation roadblocks. To avoid this scenario, many implementers hire ERP consultants.

Here are three of the most common reasons enterprises bring on these external collaborators:

One: Lack of internal expertise. In many cases, businesses don't have the staff needed to install manufacturing ERPs. Two: Failing project leadership. Sometimes, organizations require the help of seasoned project leaders who know ERP software, inside and out. Three: Vendor trouble. ERP consultants know how to interact with software providers, pinpoint ideal solutions and draw up advantageous service-level agreements.

Manufacturing firms with these issues should consider bringing on ERP consultants and working with a seasoned software provider like Accent Software, a Microsoft solutions partner specializing in Dynamics NAV deployments.