How to structure ERP ROI: direct savings (labor, working capital), indirect benefits (speed, quality), payback timeline, risk adjustments.
Contract negotiation: license terms, support models, implementation services, maintenance, hosting (cloud), professional service rates.
SOD (segregation of duties), three-way reconciliation, variance investigation, revaluation controls, intercompany management.
Why generic ERP lacks BOM depth, production scheduling, quality management. When specialized manufacturing ERP is required.
Strategic framework for CFOs to evaluate ERP readiness, cost impact, governance requirements, and vendor fit before selection.
Framework for CFO-led governance ensuring decision rights, scope control, budget accountability throughout implementation.
Diagnose root cause before committing more funds: scope creep, vendor underestimation, governance failure.
CFO's 30-item post go-live audit checklist to verify financial controls, segregation of duties, compliance readiness.
Know when to push forward vs. pause: governance gaps, vendor issues, scope explosion, team burnout.
EPC projects need specialized ERP: project P&L tracking, contract management, revenue recognition (Ind AS 115).
The 5 most expensive ERP selection mistakes mid-market companies make and how to avoid them.
