The Champion Blog

Upgrading ERP software before selling a business is similar to renovating a house before putting it on the market. Here’s how they compare:

In the ever-evolving world of enterprise technology, a 10-year-old ERP system can feel like a relic from another era. Yet, many organizations—especially in manufacturing, distribution, and niche industries—still rely on legacy ERP platforms implemented a decade (or more) ago.

In conference rooms around the country, there are often many hours of high-level meetings taking place on growth strategies, and they are centered around markets and products. Often, a sudden revenue reduction or a competitor's surprising move initiates these meetings. Too little too late. What has to be taken into consideration are risk and expediency.