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AI First ERP Transformation

Elixirr is reinventing the traditional approach to ERP. Our unique AI-first approach combines deep ERP expertise with a flexible, iterative methodology to make ERP programs operate better, faster and cheaper. We bring our unique challenger mindset to ERP strategy through to post-program optimization, helping clients solve their most complex problems and unlock the full value of AI in ERP.

We are not a systems integrator (SI) and not beholden to software vendors. Our role is entirely in service of what our client needs – anticipating challenges, enhancing business change management, and maximizing value from system integrators to ensure technology delivers transformational change for your organization.

Our expertise

Breaking from traditional ERP deliver, an AI-embedded model is adopted from day one. The era of multi-year programs that fail to deliver true business has been rewritten by AI and AI enabled ERP. The traditional consultancy model is slow to catch up and not incentivised to pass the benefits of AI to clients – that’s where we come in.

Deep and extensive experience across some of the world’s largest and most complex ERP transformation programs underpins this capability.

The ERP leadership team brings first-hand experience leading global systems integrators, combined with a clear ambition to challenge the traditional SI model with an entirely new way of thinking.

A flexible delivery enables close collaboration with clients to transforming how ERP programs are delivered. Our tailored ERP AI tools and dedicated change management function empower faster time-to-value, lower total costs and higher-quality delivery. By embedding our knowledge within your team, we help steer the project to success whilst maintaining control and mitigating risks.

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Why ‘AI first’?

ERP programs are rarely simply system upgrades or moves to cloud ERP, they are business reinvention engines. AI accelerates, automates and improves this reinvention. SAP estimates that 70% of S/4HANA business value will stem from AI-driven process optimization, automation and data-driven insight. Other software vendors and AI providers provide similar views on how AI in ERP will fundamentally change the way ERP is viewed and delivered.

Programs that intentionally embed AI achieve 20-30% faster delivery and approximately a 25% cost reduction in key phases like testing and data migration – but SI’s are slow to adopt AI and are incentivised to protect their offshore teams.

Organizations can benefit significantly from AI usage in ERP programs but lack the skills and hands-on experience to ensure their chosen SI’s deliver value.

Without intentional focus, AI adoption becomes fragmented, underleveraged and inconsistent. We’ve developed a new way of working and our unique positioning in the consultancy landscape helps clients navigate the change journey, maximizing the benefits of their ERP investment through AI. The era of one-time ERP transformations is over: this is the age of continuous change.

How we can help

Support is provided across the full change lifecycle – from shaping ERP strategy through to post-program continuous improvement. With our independent, client-side advisory services, supported by a suite of tailored AI tools, we help businesses navigate complex ERP implementations in the following areas:

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ERP strategy

A strong strategy at the outset, combined with a clear case for change and securing early buy-in, materially improves program outcomes. Clients are supported to define transformational yet realistic objectives, using data and analysis to create a robust program structure, benefits case and roadmap to achieve success.

Phase zero

Establishing strong foundations in advance of program kick off is critical to ERP success. Our Phase Zero approach operationalises your strategy through clarity on scope, plan governance and decision readiness. Programme teams, SI(s) and software vendors are onboarded and aligned, ensuring day one readiness, confidence and momentum to deliver value quickly.

Client-side executive engagement

We partner with senior executives to ignite transformations that build a lasting competitive edge. Working with CIOs, CFOs and program sponsors, to build the leadership capability needed for AI-enabled ERP delivery – strengthening decision quality, accountability and execution discipline to drive measurable outcomes.

Package and SI selection

The software selection and procurement process, is demystified to enable confident, future-proof decisions. A market-leading, award-winning ‘collaborative solutioning’ method supports the selection of the most appropriate ERP to platforms and systems integrators for each transformation journey.

AI enablement office

An AI enablement office is established to govern, prioritize and accelerate the effective use of AI across ERP programs. By combining clear standards, approved tool and embedded delivery enablement, we turn AI from experimentation into execution focused on measurable business value.

Transformation management office setup and operation

Every aspect of an ERP transformation management office (TMO) can be mobilized and run, including timelines, quality standards, talent management and aligned team expectations. Our TMO services include cost management, value delivery and KPI tracking, risk management, governance setup and a dedicated AI enablement office.

Vendor management during program delivery

Governance, control and AI are applied to support vendor assessments, track achievement of contractual obligations, monitor the quality and pace of delivery and measure overall vendor performance monitoring – ensuring maximum value is realized from the investment.

Solution design assurance

Automatic capture of current processes, combined with active participation in design sessions alongside client and SI teams, enables independent advice and a robust governance interface between global and local business processes. This ensures alignment, consistency and quality throughout the design phase.

Business change management

ERP success depends on behavior change, not just system adoption. We deliver structured, data-led change management that builds readiness, commitment and capability across the organization. AI-enabled insights are used continuously to tailor communications and learning to accelerate adoption, reduce disruption and embed new ways of working.

Program assurance

As independent advisors, we collaborate closely with internal management and suppliers to monitor progress and craft realistic, actionable strategies. When things aren’t going to plan, we conduct a rigorous, rapid assessment of faltering or delayed programs, offering an unbiased evaluation of the current state.

Process efficiency & optimization

ERP programs are no longer a singular transformation. We help clients unlock the full value of their ERP investment by driving ongoing process efficiency and optimization once systems are live. Through AI-driven speed and efficiency, we identify friction points, simplify workflows and embed continuous improvement powered by data and AI to ensure business value is continually unlocked after program close.