Every company has different requirements for a business system. The industry in which you operate plays an important role in this. However, there are a few requirements that should be a high priority for every organization. How well does your business system meet these 4 requirements?
1. A future-proof, stable, proven successful business system
In business software, you need stability. A solid software package, delivered by a solid partner with the right expertise and a successful track record. After all, the future of your business is at stake. Therefore, work with a business system that is built on a strong platform, has been successfully used by similar companies for many years and which will continue to be supported and developed in the future. In other words, a system with a bright future.
2. A user-friendly business system, quick and easy to learn for any user
Usability is becoming increasingly important. You want a system that is quick and easy to learn for any user. New and existing users, from management to the workplace, anytime, anywhere. After all, a user-friendly system saves enormous training and education costs, and ensures that users are more productive and enjoy their work. Is the system in your organization complex, cluttered and/or inaccessible? Then look for an intuitive and modern business system, suitable for managers interested in KPIs and reports, as well as for "heavy users" looking for the truth behind every detail.
"Business systems are getting more and more industry focus. There is simply no business system imaginable that will work extremely well for every type of organization."
3. A business system based on modern, widely used technology
Your system's technology may be boring and uninteresting to many employees in your company, but it is critical. Now and in the future. When your business system's technology is modern and widely used, it makes your company more agile. For example, does your system interface with other business applications such as Outlook, Word and Excel? Are you able to easily and automatically exchange data with customers, suppliers, the bank or accountant? Are new tools and solutions that increase productivity compatible with your business system?
4. A system designed specifically for your industry
Business systems are getting more and more industry focus. There is simply no business system imaginable that works extremely well for every type of organization. So it is important to find a solution developed specifically for your type of organization. And more importantly; supported by a partner with industry knowledge. Are you currently working with a generic package or one with a completely different industry focus? Then chances are you are missing opportunities. A strategic partner that understands your industry and your processes can offer you a system that supports all your processes.
