ERP War Stories: The Cost of Waiting too Long to Upgrade from QuickBooks or Similar Solutions
Preamble Over the past 20+ years of managing ERP system selections and implementations, one of the most common patterns we see is growing organizations is delaying their ERP replacement to manage short-term costs. While this approach can appear practical in the moment, it often creates greater complexity, reduced data reporting due to running multiple subsystems,…
Independent ERP Support Services Across Multiple ERP Platforms
ERP success does not end at go-live. Many organizations find themselves struggling post-implementation with slow response times, unresolved issues, lack of internal resources, or support providers that are no longer meeting business needs. At Advisory IS Solutions (AIS), we provide independent, vendor-neutral ERP support services designed to help organizations stabilize, optimize, and maximize the value…
ERP War Stories: When ERP Security is setup late, during an ERP Implementation
Our Track Record: Over the past 20+ years of managing ERP implementations, one area that is consistently underestimated is system security, specifically when it should be designed, configured, and tested during the project lifecycle. Preamble: Security is often treated as a technical step near the end of the project. However, it is really a foundational…
Advisory IS Solutions Signs New Mining Client for Software Selection Engagement
Advisory IS Solutions is excited to announce a new engagement with a growing mining organization headquartered in Vancouver focused on assessing and optimizing its ERP landscape to support continued operational growth across multiple mine operations in the United States. Our client currently operates multiple ERP systems and supporting third-party applications across various mine sites and…
ERP War Stories: Managing Project Scope, Timelines, Costs, and Change Requests
Our Track Record: Over the past 20+ years of managing ERP implementations, one area that frequently impacts project success is how project costs and change requests are managed throughout the implementation lifecycle. Preamble: ERP implementations are complex initiatives, and as the project progresses, new requirements, refinements, or unforeseen technical considerations can emerge. Without proper governance,…
ERP War Stories: When Should Data Migration Begin?
Over the past 20+ years of managing ERP implementations, one topic that often creates uncertainty on projects is when data migration activities should begin and how it should progress throughout the implementation lifecycle. Organizations often assume that data migration is a task that happens close to go-live. In reality, successful ERP implementations treat data migration…
SAP ECC & S/4 HANA SUPPORT
Advisory IS Solutions (AIS) has been supporting SAP ECC and S/4 HANA for 10+ years. We have established clientele within the mining industry, and I have personally been involved in multiple SAP transition projects to either SAP Rise or off of SAP to other ERP Solutions. Advisory IS Solutions (AIS) is an independent ERP consulting…
ERP War Stories: The Wrong Project Team Members Involved in the Design Phase of the Implementation
These ERP war stories are based on over the past 20+ years of managing ERP implementations. We have seen common challenges relating to the structure of the project team and their roles during the implementation lifecycle. Situation: ERP projects typically involve four primary user groups: Project Sponsor – Responsible for oversight of all the functional…
SAP Business One Support
We are pleased to announce the launch of our SAP Business One support services. Advisory IS Solutions (AIS) is an independent ERP consulting firm. We do not sell software or promote one ERP over another, because we recognize that every solution should be evaluated based on each organization’s unique requirements. We are here to ensure…
ERP Implementation War Stories: Effects of Client Resource Restraint Impact to ERP Project
Over the past 20+ years managing ERP implementations, one common challenge has been when internal client teams struggle to dedicate sufficient time to the implementation. Competing operational priorities can delay key decisions, slow down configuration reviews, and cause testing timelines to slip. Notable Risks: Project timeline delays and cost overruns. Mitigation Consideration: In situations like…
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