When end users lose faith in an ERP system, the knee-jerk reaction is often, “Let’s scrap it and get a new one!” It seems easier—ditch the slow, outdated, and clunky system full of messy data, inaccurate reports, and security risks. After all, a shiny new ERP promises to fix everything, right?
Well… not so fast.
If a new ERP could magically solve every problem, it would be a no-brainer. But in reality, the hard work remains the same—cleaning data, fixing reports, and training users. Whether you’re upgrading your current ERP or implementing a new one, you still have to:
- Cleanse and standardize data
- Fix reporting & dashboards
- Manage change & retrain staff
- Migrate years of business processes
And guess what? A new ERP often doubles the effort—with added risks of scope creep, resistance to change, and migration nightmares.
This is where strong leadership comes in. Sometimes, the right decision isn’t the most popular one. Upgrading and optimising your existing ERP might not be flashy, but it can be the smarter, more practical path to success.
This is your test—will you choose the easy road or the right one?