A guideline for shortlisting and implementing ERP systems efficiently is presented. Good management of the workforce saves money and time, which in turn provide a quick access to a project that will judge a success not just at the time but into the future and business-wide. Individual departmental requirements and IT folk management should be complemented by right people, process and culture, which are integral part of a good system implementation. Excellence in management leadership, communication, education, training and change management should follow the in the implementation process. An understanding of the scale of workforce commitment required helps to make proper provision for jobs in order to keep the existing business alive.
