TBS - ERP

Question 1

Risks involved in executing a project that is cross-functional in nature such as an ERP system

Answer 1

Cross-functional projects by nature create additional risk of failure

Question 2

Ways to reduce risk in implementing an ERP system

Answer 2

Get full support by top management

Clearly define relationships between the project manager and functional managers to avoid conflict

Senior management must support the project manager’s decisions, recognizing that these decisions must be made quickly and with limited information to ensure the project remains on schedule