Master the strategic aspects of enterprise resource planning with this program on end‑to‑end ERP strategy, system sourcing governance, and enterprise‑wide utilization optimization. Participants will learn to align ERP investments with business goals, navigate the selection and procurement of ERP systems, and govern implementation projects to ensure success. The curriculum also covers post‑implementation optimization, including user adoption, process integration, and continuous improvement. Through case studies and practical frameworks, attendees will develop the skills to maximize the return on their ERP investment and avoid common pitfalls. This program is designed for senior IT leaders, project sponsors, and business executives involved in ERP decisions.
Objectives
- Develop an ERP strategy aligned with organizational vision and objectives
- Design sourcing governance frameworks for ERP selection and procurement
- Evaluate ERP vendors and solutions using structured criteria
- Manage ERP implementation projects to stay on time and within budget
- Ensure effective change management and user adoption
- Optimize ERP utilization across business functions
- Integrate ERP with other enterprise systems (CRM, SCM, BI)
- Establish governance for ongoing ERP maintenance and upgrades
- Measure and report on ERP value realization
Target Audience
- CIOs and IT directors
- ERP project sponsors and steering committee members
- Business process owners involved in ERP implementation
- Procurement professionals sourcing ERP systems
- Change managers and organizational development leads
- ERP consultants and advisors
- Finance and operations executives using ERP
Methodology
- Strategy development workshops
- Vendor evaluation simulation exercises
- Case studies of successful and failed ERP implementations
- Governance framework design sessions
- Change management planning workshops
- Post‑implementation review techniques
- Peer sharing of ERP experiences
