Mark Smith
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12 things to Avoid for Successful Project Management
This post was originally published in 2023. Some details may have changed since then.
12 things that destroy an ERP project's business effectiveness:
1. Not making the ERP fit how the business actually works
2. Overlooking the need for clean and organized data
3. Not keeping a close eye on the project's progress
4. Adding too many custom features to the software
5. Not following the advice of the software provider
6. Not offering help and check-ins after going live
7. Being vague about what you want to achieve
8. Leaving out important people at the start
9. Missing out on regular checks and tests
10. Not planning enough time or resources
11. Being unwilling to adapt to new ways
12. Skipping proper training for users
Avoid these at all costs.
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Mark Smith
Principal AI Strategist · Microsoft MVP
Helping people build practical AI skill in the Intelligence Age.
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