Choosing an appropriate ERP transition strategy for SMES: A case study

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2014

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Computers and Industrial Engineering

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An ERP implementation is expensive and risky for all businesses, but it is still more challenging for small businesses, which have particular characteristics. One of the most important factors that decide the success of an ERP is the transition strategy. Different approaches on how to implement or deploy ERP systems exist. The issue to which we try to answer through this contribution is: Which specific key variables factors should be taken into account depending on an ERP implementation strategy for a SME? Many factors demand to be considered when deciding on a go-live strategy. Compared to large enterprises, SMEs differ in a number of inherent characteristics. This paper presents the important factors basis on which a SME organization must choose which transition strategy is right for them and under which circumstance. The study presents findings from a case study also illustrate what should be considered in general characteristics of SMEs. This paper explains the ERP transition strategies and thus aids the ERP implementers to better recognize what type or combination of strategies will suit their system the best.

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Computer and Industrial Engineering; et al.; Gaziantep University; Istanbul Commercial University; Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing Systems; Sakarya University, Department of Industrial Engineering

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Enterprise resource planning, ERP, Implementation, SME, Transition strategy

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CIE 2014 - 44th International Conference on Computers and Industrial Engineering and IMSS 2014 - 9th International Symposium on Intelligent Manufacturing and Service Systems, Joint International Symposium on "The Social Impacts of Developments in Information, Manufacturing and Service Systems" - Proceedings -- Joint International Symposium on "The Social Impacts of Developments in Information, Manufacturing and Service Systems" 44th International Conference on Computers and Industrial Engineering, CIE 2014 and 9th International Symposium on Intelligent Manufacturing and Service Systems, IMSS 2014 -- 14 October 2014 through 16 October 2014 -- Istanbul -- 110500

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