Implementation Approaches

The following are the implementation approaches for ERP

• Big Bang Approach

In this approach, ERP is implemented at one-go at all the offices of the organisation.

• Pilot Rollout

In the Pilot rollout approach, one subsidiary business unit (SBU) is selected as the pilot and ERP is first implemented in that unit. Then it is rolled out to other business units in a phased out manner.

• Functional Rollout

In the functional rollout approach, one function like finance or materials management is selected for implementation. Then one by one ERP is implemented for each of the functions in the organisation.

• Cross-Develop Global Prototype

In the cross-develop global prototype, a prototype is first developed and tested. Once successful, the implementation is done for the entire organisation

ERP Vendors

The following are the major ERP vendors locally and internationally

Local vendor as below

• RAMCO : Marshall

• MASTEK : Mamis

International vendor or solution provider are BOPSE  

• B Stands for  BAAN 
• O Stands for Oracle
• P Stands PeopleSoft
• S Stands SAP (Systeme Anwengdung Producte) 
• E Stands for JD Edwords 

Post Implementation Activities

The post implementation activities can be categorised as follows:

• User Training

Constant training needs to be given to all users atleast in the initial phase after the go live. This is important, so that, users feel more comfortable with the new system.

• Troubleshooting and Support

Troubleshooting of user related problems and Support to users forms the major chunk of the activity after the implementation of ERP. This also involves setting up a helpdesk functionality wherein the users can address their problems.

• New developments

Another important activity, which is conducted in parallel to the other activities, is the development of new programs or modification of the existing programs. New Developments also include new configurations that were not envisaged earlier and come to light at this stage. This also involves upgrading the existing package to a higher version.