Scope and Commitment Stage

  • In addition to conducting a feasibility study, a scope for the ERP implementation is developed within the resource and time requirements.
  • Characteristics of the ERP implementation are clearly defined.
  • A long-term vision for the new system is developed along with a short-term implementation plan, ensuring top management’s commitment.
  • Vendor Selection involves reviewing alternative vendors/software.

Gap Analysis

  • Gap Analysis evaluates the functions provided by the ERP system in comparison with the operational processes necessary for the business.

Physical Scope

  • Establishes which sites will be addressed, their geographical locations, and the number of users.

BPR Scope (Business Process Reengineering)

  • Determines if the current processes will be refined, replaced, or eliminated.
  • Identifies which users, departments, and sites will be affected.

Technical Scope

  • Defines how much modification will be done to the ERP software.
  • Specifies which processes will be used as-is and which will be customized.

Resource Scope

  • Determines how much time and budget is allocated for the project.

Implementation Scope

  • Decides which modules should be implemented and how they will be connected to the existing system.