The Client
A specialty manufacturing company in the Chicago suburbs.
The Challenge
The client had attempted to implement an ERP system and had made a significant investment in the failed implementation. Mercury was tasked with reviewing and documenting the business and user requirements, developing an RFP, publishing the RFP to vetted ERP vendors, and aiding the client in selecting the best-fit system.
The Solution
Mercury used its proven Search and Selection Collaborative Methodology to provide a structured process for the client. Mercury’s methodology is as follows:
- Document Business Requirements
- Selection Criteria
- Request for Proposal/Information (RFP or RFI)
- and Qualify Compatible Vendors
- Distribute RFP to Potential Vendors
- Review RFP Responses
- Create Specific Demo Scripts
- Schedule Demos with Shortlist Vendors
- Select Your ERP System
- Formalize Your Implementation Project Plan
The Results
- Mercury provided the client visibility into the ERP system functionality currently available
- Mercury led the client through the process, and the client selected the best-fit ERP system
- The client implemented the selected ERP and retired their legacy system