The ERP Perspective: ERP Isn’t Broken But How We Buy It Is... with Andy Pratico

The ERP Perspective → Episode 1 : ERP Reality CheckGuest: Andy Pratico - ERP veteran, educator, and author of “How to Select Your ERP Without Losing Your Mind.” “ERP isn’t broken but how we buy and use it often is.” In this episode, Andy shares 40+ years of hard-earned wisdom on what really drives ERP success and why so many businesses struggle long before go-live. If you’re evaluating ERP systems or planning a digital transformation, this episode could save you millions in mistakes.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ The biggest misunderstanding business leaders have about ERP✅ Why ERP demos are really sales pitches (and what to look for instead)✅ The first step every company should take before evaluating vendors✅ How to balance process improvement and implementation timing✅ Why culture and leadership often make or break ERP successAbout Our Guest: Andy Pratico, known as “The ERP Santa Claus,” has spent over four decades helping small and mid-sized manufacturers select and implement ERP systems successfully. He’s passionate about education-based ERP selection and helping companies find the right system for their unique needs, not just the one that looks best in a demo.About The ERP Perspective Podcast: At The ERP Perspective, we bring you real conversations with ERP leaders, innovators, and transformation experts shaping the future of enterprise systems. Subscribe for new episodes every week!