Erp Implement
Autor: 易源 赵 • October 29, 2017 • Coursework • 827 Words (4 Pages) • 581 Views
Project Implementation
ERP implement has two general approaches. One is the big band approach; the other is a phased-in approach. [a][b]Recently, managers have a big discuss which one is better. There are some advantage and disadvantage of this two methods.[c][d][e][f][g][h][i][j]
The Big Bang | Phased-in | |
Advantage | Don’t need temporary interfaces. Don’t need much time Less costs | Less risk Easier to manage multi-site and multi-business unit implementations Less additional pressure |
Disadvantage | More risk Harder to administer multi-suits and multi-business unit implementation.[k][l][m][n][o][p][q][r][s][t][u] Additional pressure | Need temporary interfaces. Need more time Need more costs |
Risk: Big band approach is much risk than phased-in approach
In the general ERP world, the big band approach has much risk than the phased-in approach. First of all, if the company use the big band approach and there are some problems appear it is tough to return to the old system. When new regime start[v][w][x][y][z][aa][ab]s operating, it cannot be reversed out.[ac] The system usually has a critical point, beyond this stage can no longer return[ad][ae][af]. It will cause some damage to business activities. ERP system means if there is a link error, it will affect the operation of the entire system. The staff need to suit the new regime; they must make a mistake when they first touch this system[ag][ah][ai][aj][ak][al]. There is always an uncoordinated risk between departments. This approach is very stressful for all departments.
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