{"id":2266,"date":"2025-10-07T19:25:05","date_gmt":"2025-10-07T19:25:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.elixirr.com\/en-us\/?page_id=2266"},"modified":"2026-04-07T07:56:18","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T07:56:18","slug":"ai-first-erp-transformation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.elixirr.com\/en-us\/services\/data-technology\/ai-first-erp-transformation\/","title":{"rendered":"AI First ERP Transformation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\n AI First ERP Transformation<\/h1>
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Elixirr\u00a0is reinventing the traditional approach to ERP.\u00a0Our unique\u00a0AI-first\u00a0approach combines deep ERP\u00a0expertise\u00a0with a flexible, iterative\u00a0methodology\u00a0to\u00a0make ERP programs\u00a0operate\u00a0better,\u00a0faster\u00a0and cheaper. We bring our unique challenger mindset to\u00a0ERP strategy through to post-program optimization, helping clients solve their most complex problems\u00a0and unlock the full value of\u00a0AI\u00a0in ERP.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We are not\u00a0a\u00a0systems integrator (SI)\u00a0and\u00a0not beholden to software vendors. Our role is entirely in service of what\u00a0our\u00a0client needs\u00a0\u2013\u00a0anticipating\u00a0challenges, enhancing business change management,\u00a0and maximizing value from system integrators\u00a0to\u00a0ensure\u00a0technology delivers transformational change for your organization.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Breaking from traditional ERP deliver, an AI-embedded model is adopted from day one.\u00a0The era of multi-<\/span>year programs that\u00a0fail to<\/span>\u00a0deliver true business has been rewritten by\u00a0AI\u00a0and AI enabled ERP.\u00a0The traditional consultancy model is slow to catch up and not incentivised to pass the benefits of A<\/span>I to clients\u00a0\u2013\u00a0that\u2019s\u00a0where\u00a0we\u00a0<\/span>come\u00a0in.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Deep and extensive\u00a0experience\u00a0across some of\u00a0the world\u2019s largest and most complex ERP transformation programs\u00a0underpins this capability.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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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.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A\u00a0flexible\u00a0delivery enables close collaboration\u00a0with<\/span>\u00a0clients\u00a0to\u00a0transforming\u00a0<\/span>how<\/span>\u00a0ERP\u00a0<\/span>programs are delivered<\/span>.\u00a0Our tailored ERP AI tools\u00a0and dedicated change management function\u00a0empower faster time-to-value, lower total costs\u00a0and higher-quality\u00a0delivery. By embedding our\u00a0knowledge\u00a0within your team, we help steer the p<\/span>roject to success whilst\u00a0maintaining<\/span>\u00a0control and mitigating risks.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n ERP as business reinvention\n <\/h2>\n
\n 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. <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/article>\n
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\n The AI adoption gap\n <\/h2>\n
\n Programs that intentionally embed AI achieve 20-30% faster delivery and approximately a 25% cost reduction in key phases like testing and data migration \u2013 but SI\u2019s 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\u2019s deliver value. <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/article>\n
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\n A new way of working\n <\/h2>\n
\n Without intentional focus, AI adoption becomes fragmented, underleveraged and inconsistent. We\u2019ve 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. <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/article>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n\n\n
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Support is provided across the full change lifecycle \u2013 from shaping\u00a0<\/span>ERP<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>strategy through to post-program continuous\u00a0<\/span>improvement<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>With our independent, client-side advisory services,\u00a0<\/span>supported by a suite of tailored AI tools,\u00a0<\/span>we help businesses navigate complex ERP implementations<\/span>\u00a0in the following areas:<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n ERP strategy<\/h3>

A strong\u00a0<\/span>strategy at the outset<\/span>,\u00a0<\/span>combined with a clear<\/span>\u00a0case for\u00a0<\/span>change<\/span>\u00a0and securing<\/span>\u00a0early<\/span>\u00a0buy-in,\u00a0<\/span>materially<\/span>\u00a0improve<\/span>s<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>program outcomes.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>C<\/span>lients\u00a0<\/span>are supported to\u00a0<\/span>define transformational\u00a0<\/span>yet<\/span>\u00a0realistic\u00a0<\/span>objectives<\/span>,\u00a0<\/span>using<\/span>\u00a0data and analysis<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>to\u00a0<\/span>creat<\/span>e<\/span>\u00a0a\u00a0<\/span>robust\u00a0<\/span>program structure, benefits\u00a0<\/span>case<\/span>\u00a0and roadmap<\/span>\u00a0to\u00a0<\/span>achieve success.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Phase zero<\/h3>

Establishing strong foundations in advance of program kick off is critical to ERP success. Our Phase Zero approach operationalises\u00a0<\/span>your\u00a0<\/span>strategy through cl<\/span>arity on<\/span>\u00a0scope,<\/span>\u00a0plan<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>governance<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>and decision readiness.\u00a0<\/span>P<\/span>rogramme teams<\/span>,<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>SI(s<\/span>)<\/span>\u00a0and software\u00a0<\/span>vendors<\/span>\u00a0are onboarded and aligned<\/span>, ensuring day one readiness,\u00a0<\/span>confidence<\/span>\u00a0and momentum<\/span>\u00a0to deliver value\u00a0<\/span>quickly.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Client-side executive engagement <\/h3>

We partner with senior executives to ignite transformations that build a lasting competitive edge. Working with CIOs,\u00a0<\/span>CFOs<\/span>\u00a0and program sponsors,\u00a0<\/span>to<\/span>\u00a0build the leadership capability needed for AI-enabled ERP delivery<\/span>\u00a0\u2013<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>strengthening decision quality,\u00a0<\/span>accountability<\/span>\u00a0and execution discipline to drive measurable outcomes.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Package and SI selection <\/h3>

The software selection and procurement process,<\/span>\u00a0is demystified to enable confident, future-proof decisions. A\u00a0<\/span>market-leading<\/span>,\u00a0<\/span>award-winning\u00a0<\/span>\u2018c<\/span>ollaborative\u00a0<\/span>s<\/span>olutioning<\/span>\u2019<\/span>\u00a0method\u00a0<\/span>supports the selection of the most\u00a0<\/span>appropria<\/span>te ERP<\/span>\u00a0to platforms and systems integrators for each<\/span>\u00a0transformation journey<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n AI enablement office <\/h3>

A<\/span>n AI\u00a0<\/span>e<\/span>nablement\u00a0<\/span>o<\/span>ffice\u00a0<\/span>is\u00a0<\/span>established<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>to govern, prioritize<\/span>\u00a0and accelerate the effective use of AI across ERP programs. By combining clear standards, approved\u00a0<\/span>tool<\/span>\u00a0and embedded delivery enablement, we turn AI from experimentation into execution focused on measurable business value.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Transformation management office setup and operation <\/h3>

Every aspect of an ERP transformation management office<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>(<\/span>TMO)<\/span>\u00a0can be mobilized and run, including<\/span>\u00a0timelines, quality standards<\/span>, talent management<\/span>\u00a0and aligned team expectations. Our TMO services include cost management, value delivery and KPI tracking, risk management, governance<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>setu<\/span>p<\/span>\u00a0and a dedicated AI enablement office<\/span>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Vendor management during program delivery <\/h3>

G<\/span>overnance,\u00a0<\/span>control<\/span>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span>AI\u00a0<\/span>are applied\u00a0<\/span>to support\u00a0<\/span>vendor assessments,\u00a0<\/span>track achievement of contractual obligations<\/span>,<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>monitor<\/span>\u00a0the quality and pace of delivery and\u00a0<\/span>measure overall<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>vendor\u00a0<\/span>performance\u00a0<\/span>monitoring<\/span>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/span>ensur<\/span>ing<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>maximum<\/span>\u00a0value\u00a0<\/span>is realized\u00a0<\/span>fro<\/span>m the<\/span>\u00a0investment<\/span>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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A<\/span>utomatic captur<\/span>e<\/span>\u00a0of current processes<\/span>, combined with active<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>participati<\/span>on<\/span>\u00a0in\u00a0<\/span>design<\/span>\u00a0sessions alongside client and SI teams,\u00a0<\/span>enables independent advice and\u00a0<\/span>a robust<\/span>\u00a0governance interface between global and local business processes<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>This<\/span>\u00a0ensur<\/span>es<\/span>\u00a0alignment<\/span>,\u00a0<\/span>consistency<\/span> and quality throughout the design phase.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Business change management <\/h3>

ERP success depends on behavior change, not just system adoption. We deliver structured, data-led change management that builds readiness,\u00a0<\/span>commitment<\/span>\u00a0and capability across the organization<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>AI-enabled insights<\/span>\u00a0are used<\/span>\u00a0continuously\u00a0<\/span>to\u00a0<\/span>tailor communications and learning to accelerate adoption, reduce disruption<\/span>\u00a0and embed new ways of working.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Program assurance <\/h3>

As independent advisors, we collaborate closely with internal management and suppliers to<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>monitor<\/span>\u00a0progress and<\/span>\u00a0craft realistic, actionable strategies<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>When things\u00a0<\/span>aren\u2019t<\/span>\u00a0going to plan, w<\/span>e conduct a rigorous, rapid assessment of faltering or delayed programs, offering an unbiased evaluation of the current state<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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ERP programs are no longer a singular<\/span>\u00a0transformation<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>We help<\/span>\u00a0clients unlock the full value of their ERP investment<\/span>\u00a0by driving<\/span>\u00a0ongoing\u00a0<\/span>process efficiency and\u00a0<\/span>optimization<\/span>\u00a0once systems ar<\/span>e live.\u00a0<\/span>Through AI-driven speed and efficiency, we\u00a0<\/span>identify<\/span>\u00a0friction points, simplify\u00a0<\/span>workflow<\/span>s<\/span>\u00a0and embed continuous improvement powered by\u00a0<\/span>data and AI<\/span>\u00a0to ensure business value is\u00a0<\/span>continua<\/span>l<\/span>l<\/span>y<\/span>\u00a0unlocked after program close.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n \n

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Conrad Troy is a seasoned consulting leader with over 30 years of experience delivering strategic, transformative value to global clients across industries. He is a digital-transformation advisor and ERP leader, known for defining business priorities and establishing the robust operational infrastructures that drive growth, and efficiency.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Eric leads the growth of our US business. He has more than 25 years of consulting experience and is a recognized leader in advising clients around innovation operating models and design thinking, technology-enabled business transformation, and cost reduction \/ process improvement initiatives. Eric has spent his career driving complex transformation programs for some of the world\u2019s largest global companies across most major industry segments and geographies.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Ian brings more than 29 years of experience in consulting and has worked across a range of industries, including CPG, life sciences and manufacturing, defining and delivering sustainable business outcomes for Fortune 500 clients. His expertise includes business and IT strategy, large-scale business transformation and disruptive digital technologies, with a key focus on the pharmaceuticals sector.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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