Implementing ERP in an emerging nation : Challenges and organizational change

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings The use of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems has escalated over recent years. Implementing such systems helps companies to raise performance levels in line with other organizations around the world. A capacity to initiate change is one of the most significant features of an ERP system. It can, for instance, transform how different organizational functions connect. Existing practices are likewise subject to change. Scope also exists for ERP to significantly impact on the prevailing structure and culture of the company. Employees are not immune from its effects. Practical implications The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.