ERP implementation cost: what drives it
Short answerERP implementation cost is driven by the number of modules and users, sites and legal entities, customisation, integrations, data migration, training and post-go-live support. Software licences are often a smaller share than people expect; implementation services and data preparation usually account for a large part of the budget.
Cost components
| Component | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Software | Licences or subscription |
| Implementation | Discovery, configuration, testing |
| Customisation | Custom reports, screens, modules |
| Integration | Weighbridges, e-invoicing portals, banks, other systems |
| Data migration | Cleaning and loading masters and balances |
| Training | User and administrator training |
| Infrastructure | Cloud hosting or servers |
| Support | Ongoing maintenance and updates |
Hidden costs to plan for
- Staff time during discovery and testing
- Parallel running of old and new systems
- Local tax and e-invoicing requirements in each country
- Change management and adoption
Frequently asked
How can we control ERP cost?
Phase the rollout, start with core modules, limit customisation to genuine differentiators and prepare data early.
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