ERP HEADtoHEAD™ Dublin returns to help organisations find the right ERP solution

The Lumenia Consulting ERP HEADtoHEAD™ event returns to Dublin on 13-14 October at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Dublin Airport.

Now in its 15th year in Ireland, and the 28th ERP HEADtoHEAD™ event overall, the conference provides organisations planning an ERP upgrade, replacement or first-time implementation with a unique opportunity to evaluate leading ERP solutions in a structured, side-by-side environment. The event has become a well-established fixture for finance leaders, IT professionals, operations teams and project stakeholders looking to gain a clearer understanding of the ERP marketplace.

With dozens of products on the market and no shortage of competing claims from vendors, comparing options can quickly become a lengthy and resource-intensive process. Many organisations struggle to find an efficient way to assess solutions before investing significant time and money in a formal selection project.

To help address this challenge, over the event two days, delegates will see 13 leading ERP systems demonstrated using predefined business scenarios rather than vendor-led sales presentations. This will give delegates a more objective comparison of functionality across critical business processes. ERP solutions suitable for various organisation sizes, from large, complex enterprises to SME’s, will be represented.  These include SAP Business Suite, Oracle NetSuite, Epicor, SAP Business One, Microsoft Dynamics 365, OneAdvanced, IFS, EFACS E/8, Sage X3,  Enterpryze, GenetiQ and Infor.

Demonstrations will cover key business functions including finance, procurement, supply chain planning, manufacturing, human capital management (HCM) and BI & analytics. In addition, Lumenia Consulting's independent ERP experts will share practical advice on ERP readiness, selection and implementation planning, helping organisations avoid common pitfalls and reduce project risk.

The event will also feature expert panel discussions, showcase presentations and networking opportunities with ERP vendors, implementation partners and business leaders from across Ireland and beyond. A key highlight of this year’s programme is a panel session exploring how AI is transforming the ERP industry and how it is influencing future technology investments.

Ian O’Toole, Managing Partner at Lumenia Consulting, said, “a variety of factors can drive the, sometimes urgent, need to update or replace business systems. These can include growth, mergers and acquisitions, evolving business operations, technical redundancy, and so on. Comparing ERP solutions can be difficult and time-consuming. ERP HEADtoHEAD™ gives business leaders the opportunity to see leading systems side-by-side, ask detailed questions, and learn from organisations that have already been through the process.”

He continues, “combined with expert-led sessions, customer insights, and opportunities to engage directly with solution providers, the event is designed to help organisations evaluate the market more efficiently and make more informed ERP decisions.”

ERP HEADtoHEAD™ is also an opportunity to meet the people and organisations operating across the wider ERP ecosystem. Alongside the ERP vendors and product demonstrations, the event will feature exhibitors from complementary technology providers including Canary7, Embat and Traild Software.

ERP selection is rarely the responsibility of a single individual. Finance, operations, IT and procurement teams are often involved in evaluating solutions and building consensus around a final decision. Attending as a small buying team can help organisations evaluate solutions more efficiently, align around requirements more quickly, and reduce the time needed to reach a confident shortlist. Discounted rates are available for organisations registering two or more delegates from the same company.

For organisations considering ERP, the Lumenia ERP HEADtoHEAD™ provides an opportunity to compare the market in one place, learn from experts, and hear first-hand experiences from businesses that have already completed the journey.

For more information on Lumenia ERP HEADtoHEAD™, including registration and early-bird discounts please visit the event website erpheadtohead.com.