Selecting an enterprise application package is a daunting task. It involves a variety of steps such as establishing the selection committee, determining requirements, and – most importantly – drafting the Request for Proposal (RFP). Use Info-Tech’s recommendations to avoid the most common pitfalls of crafting an RFP for applications such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Customer Relationship Management (CRM).
Recommendations for Crafting an RFP
- Establish the core needs. The enterprise application needs to support both existing functions and the functionality specified in the strategic five-year plan. These core needs must be expanded into detailed terms for the RFP.
