Deploying an enterprise resource planning (ERP) platform is far from a one-and-done proposition. While selection and installation are critical parts of the integration process, the long-term management of your ERP solution marks the difference between a platform that succeeds or fails. 

"Compared to last year, a higher percentage of organizations are relying on consultants to guide them through the post-implementation phases of their project," explains Panorama Consulting's 2015 ERP report. "Post-implementation activities often involve project recovery work as well as the verification and validation of vendor contracts and overall project deliverables."

In the early phases of implementation, migration and recovery are critical. This means transferring any outstanding tasks or projects over to your new business management software solution. Projects that are already in-process at the time of deployment are some of the most vulnerable to falling through the cracks if appropriate attention isn't given. Those that are started and completed before deployment fall squarely in the "legacy" framework. Projects that begin after deployment can be completed from start-to-finish using new systems. 

However, when tasks and ongoing matters fall somewhere in between, they require greater care and consideration. From an internal perspective, this can include tasks like payroll that never stop as long as your business is operating.

A qualified third-party service provider can help ensure continuity in these matters as you and your team become familiarized with the ERP platform. At Accent Software, our ERP specialists have extensive experience supporting the deployment of new management software in a variety of enterprises. Contact us today to learn more about how your operations can be optimized by an ERP system built to fit your company's present and future needs.