Selecting the right ERP system starts long before evaluating software. It begins with choosing the right advisor. Many firms claim to be independent, yet their incentives often tell a different story. This webinar explains why independence matters in ERP readiness and selection. You will learn how vendor affiliations can lead to shoehorning, vendor lock-in, and architectural decisions shaped more by sales incentives than by business needs.

Next, we break down what true independence should look like in practice. A truly independent ERP consultant builds a vendor-agnostic target operating model first. They align enterprise software categories without forcing everything into a monolithic ERP mindset. They evaluate processes, data, and organizational readiness before technology selection begins. In contrast, many firms rely on familiarity bias, boilerplate frameworks, or pre-selected solutions that quietly narrow your options.

Finally, we examine how to detect firms that claim independence but operate differently behind the scenes. From hidden partner pages to limited solution coverage and demo access tied to vendor NDAs, there are clear signals executives can identify. This session provides a practical framework to evaluate ERP consulting firms, avoid conflicts of interest, and prepare your organization for a truly objective ERP readiness and selection process.

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