ERP cost discussions often begin, and end, with implementation fees and software licensing. Those numbers are easy to compare and straightforward to evaluate during procurement. But for public-sector agencies, they represent only a portion of the true financial commitment. The real cost of ERP is not what you spend in year one – it is what you spend, manage, and absorb over five years. Understanding Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) requires looking…...
We’re packing our bags and heading to Las Vegas for another unforgettable year at DynamicsCon 2026, and the excitement is real. If there’s one bet we’re confident making, it’s that this year’s event is going to be a jackpot for the entire Dynamics community. At Ellipse Solutions, we’re proud to be all in once again…...
Most ERP programs encounter their biggest challenges long before a contract is signed. Scope expands unexpectedly. Integrations prove more complex than anticipated. Reporting requirements surface late. Timelines stretch and budgets come under pressure. These issues are often labeled “implementation problems,” but in reality, they are usually pre-RFP problems. A pre-RFP Fit/Gap assessment is one of the most effective ways public-sector organizations can reduce…...
