Are you looking for more value from your ERP system? If so, you're probably planning to add to your system's core functions. And debating whether to use functionality from your ERP vendor – or go with best-of-breed solutions.

What's important to note is that, while an original ERP selection process typically involves weighing the features and functions of various ERP vendors against each other, the selection process for extending ERP is more complex.

In its report, "Best Practices in Extending ERP: A Buyer's Guide to ERP Versus Best of Breed Decisions," Aberdeen Group reviews how to integrate two new factors in the decision-making process: integration and the ability to upgrade to new releases. The report:

• Analyzes the issues at hand
• Explains how to weigh functionality, integration, and upgrade factors
• Provides frameworks for self-assessment and product evaluation

To help you understand and deal with the complexities of the ERP versus best-of-breed decisions, SAP is pleased to offer a free copy of Aberdeen's report. Register now for your copy, and learn more about best practices in extending ERP.

Best Practices in Extending ERP (PDF, 576 KB).