Why ERP Implementations Fail | Root Causes of ERP Failures

ERP failures are not caused by any single mistake. But the things we often think cause failure are not in fact the real root cause. This whiteboard video illustrates why ERP implementations fail and how initial symptoms can actually be traced back to deeper and more damaging root causes.
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[@MrLaChien]

Thank you Eric, I am in preparation to switch from delivering SAP after 20 years to implement D365, so your series has been invaluable to understand a comparison of the key ERP systems, and why I am even thinking of doing this switch in career.

[@don7117]

Very good video. Should be required viewing for senior IT management and business leaders who try to force projects into organizations that aren't ready or willing to make the necessary commitments and changes that come with ERP's. Another problem that could be mentioned is the failure to fully cost out commitments, both fiscal and organizational, going forward post go live.

[@erickimberling]

Thank you for the feedback, Don! I also agree that scoping out cost commitments is a common problem.

[@hiryan7551]

Very insightful and clear video. This helped me formulate great questions for an upcoming interview, thanks Eric!

[@rdcaceres]

Thank you very much. Fantastic and very useful.

[@thinknumbers7718]

Fantastic video, very insightful and plenty to think about what we can do to make these implementations run more smoothly.

[@EnterpriseDataInsight]

Thanks for sharing your insight, especially on the issues of Vendor first, blind spots, Broken software, and resource gap.

[@erickimberling]

You’re welcome - happy to share!

[@nickvanmaele8059]

Spot on. That is experience talking. Great summary.

[@emandizvidza]

Thanks Eric for the insights

[@dbk9555]

Thank you. Great insight...

[@erickimberling]

You're very welcome!

[@gbush1620]

I lead a project for a Finance Module and adopt Infor SunAccount who prepare a project plan on waterfall (RUP or UP) approach. However, the IT team insist reject this plan and go for their agile Sprints Delivery. I have big concern and don't know what to do next.

[@erickimberling]

I’m happy to brainstorm ideas if you would like. You can contact me at [e-mail] to discuss.

[@JoMcDermott]

Great overview.

[@erickimberling]

Thank you!