ERP Selection Surprises: Five Hidden Costs to Avoid

Selecting an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system can be one of the most high-impact and risky technology decisions an organization can make. While demos and pricing sheets often highlight upfront costs, many ERP initiatives fail to account for hidden expenses that emerge during implementation, scaling, and long-term use.

In this webinar, our experienced professionals will break down five commonly overlooked cost drivers that can significantly impact total cost of ownership (TCO). Attendees will also gain practical insight into licensing models, implementation tiers, and long-term operational considerations to help build a stronger internal business case and secure executive buy-in.

Whether you’re evaluating your first ERP or considering a switch from a legacy system, this session will help you compare technology solutions more confidently and avoid costly surprises, while understanding what “right-fit ERP” really looks like at scale.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this program, participants should be able to:

• Identify five common hidden ERP costs that can impact long-term TCO, beyond initial licensing and implementation.
• Discuss how to evaluate ERP vendors more effectively by understanding the differences in licensing structures, implementation tiers, and scalability.
• Explain how to build a stronger, data-driven business case for ERP selection that resonates with executive and financial stakeholders.

CPE Information

1.00 CPE Credit(s) (pending approval)

One CPE credit (pending approval) in the Computer Software and Applications field of study may be awarded upon verification of participant attendance during the live broadcast.

If you have concerns or would like information regarding program cancellation policies or CPE credit, contact us at [email protected].