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NTT DATA Business Solutions

Considering a move beyond your current ERP?

Start with a structured 15-minute discussion to evaluate whether your current system is limiting performance, and whether SAP is the right next step.

Start a 15-minute ERP review

Most ERP systems don't fail. They
become limiting.

Over time, organizations experience slower reporting and decision-making, an increased reliance on manual workarounds, limited visibility across functions, and difficulty scaling processes. The system continues to function, but it begins to constrain performance.

The question shifts from whether it works to whether it will support where you are going.

 

A different way to
approach SAP

Business leaders frequently consider SAP, but the traditional approach presents significant barriers. High upfront implementation costs, long timelines before value is realized, and the risk of disruption often deter organizations.

We resolve these challenges with our Zero Cost ACTIVATION program.

Core features of the program:

    • Consulting fees waived for initial activation
    • Fixed, predefined scope
    • Fit-to-standard processes
    • No customization during activation
    • Phased expansion

What this enables for your organization:

    • A controlled introduction of SAP
    • A lower upfront financial commitment
    • A faster time to initial value

 

Three paths for your
ERP transition

Stay on your
current system

This path involves no disruption and no immediate cost, but it guarantees increasing long-term limitations.

Move to a simpler
cloud ERP

Platforms like NetSuite offer faster deployment and easier adoption. However, they may require workarounds as complexity grows.

But don't take our word for it. To support your evaluation effort, here are two reports comparing SAP Cloud ERP and Oracle NetSuite. Take a look, and then take the next step: consider how your company needs to evolve and how your future ERP environment can support that direction. 

Move to a structured
enterprise ERP

Systems like SAP provide greater scalability, control, and standardized processes. You may think this comes with higher cost and complexity, but that is not the case with our program.

SAP wasn’t too big, too complex, or too expensive. Our thinking was too small.

Britt East, Chief Information Officer, John Boos & Co.

For finance leaders

Evaluate whether your current system is limiting financial performance, understand the cost implications of moving to SAP, and reduce the upfront investment required to transition.

<p style="font-weight: bold;">Discuss how SAP could be introduced in your environment</p>

For IT leaders

 Assess the limitations of your current ERP architecture, understand how SAP compares structurally, and explore a lower-risk transition approach.

<p style="font-weight: bold;">Review how a transition to SAP would map to your landscape</p>

For operations leaders

Identify where current systems are slowing execution, evaluate the impact of standardized processes, and understand how to transition with minimal disruption.

 

<p style="font-weight: bold;">Discuss how this transition could work in your operations</p>

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Learn more about the
program structure

Download our e-book for a deeper overview of eligibility, commercial structure, and how the model works.

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What to expect from
your consultation

What this discussion is:

  • A review of your current ERP system
  • A discussion of constraints and priorities
  • An exploration of SAP relevance
  • An overview of a structured transition approach

What this discussion is not:

  • A detailed system design
  • A full business case
  • A commitment to change

Is this approach right for you?

This is a strong fit if:

  • Your current ERP is becoming limiting
  • You are evaluating future platform options
  • You want to understand SAP without a large upfront commitment
  • You prefer a phased transition

This is not a fit if:

  • Your current system fully meets your future needs
  • You require full customization immediately
  • A large-scale rollout is required from day one

How the evaluation process works

Step one: 15-minute discussion
We review your current environment and discuss your most pressing constraints.

Step two: Fit determination
We assess whether SAP is a relevant and practical solution for your business.

Step three: Next steps
If applicable, we define the parameters for a deeper evaluation.

Schedule your 15-minute ERP review

We will review your current system, discuss any constraints, and determine whether a move to SAP -- and this approach -- makes sense for your organization.

This is an initial discussion, not a detailed assessment.