Course overview
An ERP system promises a single, connected view of an organization's operations, from procurement and inventory to finance and fulfillment. The promise is real, but so is the risk: ERP projects are among the most expensive and most frequently disappointing initiatives a business undertakes, usually not because the software fails but because the operations and people around it were not ready. Understanding ERP as an operational and organizational challenge, not just a technical one, is what makes the difference.
This course, held at EuroQuest International Training, examines how ERP supports and improves operations. Participants work through selection and implementation, integration with operational processes, decision support, risk management, digital transformation, and lessons from real deployments. The course explains ERP concepts and platforms such as SAP and Oracle as subject matter; it is educational and is independent of any vendor.
Why ERP succeeds or fails on the operations side
Most ERP disappointments trace back not to the technology but to processes that were not clarified, data that was not clean, and people who were not brought along. The organizations that succeed treat ERP as an opportunity to rethink how operations run, aligning the system to sound processes instead of automating messy ones. This course keeps that operational lens throughout, because it is where the value is won or lost.
What you will be able to do afterwards
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Contribute to ERP selection and implementation.
- Connect ERP to operational processes.
- Use ERP data to support decisions.
- Anticipate the main risks in ERP projects.
- Position ERP within a wider digital transformation.
Course outline
Unit 1: Introduction to ERP in operations
- Core ERP modules and their connections.
- ERP's role in integrated operations.
- Benefits and common misconceptions.
- On-premise and cloud ERP models.
Unit 2: ERP selection and implementation
- Defining requirements from operational needs.
- Evaluating vendors and solutions.
- Implementation approaches and phasing.
- Data migration and readiness.
Unit 3: ERP integration with operations
- Aligning processes with the system.
- Integrating procurement, inventory, and production.
- Connecting ERP with other systems.
- Avoiding the automation of poor processes.
Unit 4: ERP for decision-making and performance monitoring
- Reporting and analytics within ERP.
- Operational dashboards and KPIs.
- Using ERP data for planning.
- Real-time visibility across operations.
Unit 5: Challenges and risk management in ERP
- Common causes of ERP project failure.
- Managing cost, scope, and timeline.
- Data quality and security risks.
- Managing user adoption and change.
Unit 6: ERP and digital transformation
- ERP as a foundation for digital operations.
- Automation and analytics on top of ERP.
- Connecting ERP with emerging technologies.
- Evolving ERP with business change.
Unit 7: Best practices and case studies
- Features of successful ERP programs.
- Lessons from documented implementations.
- Governance and continuous improvement of ERP.
- Measuring ERP's delivered value.
How the course is delivered
The course is delivered through facilitated discussion, worked examples, and documented case studies of ERP deployments, with structured feedback. It builds operational and planning judgment and is educational; it is independent of any ERP vendor and does not provide product certification.
Who should attend
The course suits operations, supply chain, and project professionals, process owners, and managers involved in ERP decisions. Those who want the wider decision-making angle will find Data-Driven Decision Making in Operations a useful complement.
About EuroQuest International Training
EuroQuest International Training, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Bratislava, delivers professional courses to more than 15,000 participants across over 1,000 titles, in cities including Dubai, London, Barcelona, Istanbul, Vienna, Paris, and Geneva, led by experienced practitioners.
Frequently asked questions
Is the course tied to a specific ERP product?
No. It is vendor-independent. It references major platforms such as SAP and Oracle as examples but teaches principles that apply across ERP systems.
Do I need to be from IT?
No. The course is aimed at operations and business professionals and focuses on how ERP supports operations rather than on system administration.
Will this certify me on an ERP system?
No. It is educational and vendor-neutral. Product certifications are offered separately by the ERP vendors themselves.
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Register for this course
To reserve a place or ask about dates and in-house delivery, contact EuroQuest International Training and our team will help you arrange the details.
All Course Dates & Locations
26 dates · 15 cities · Sep 2026 – Jun 2027