Yes, we are in no way affiliated with any ERP suppliers, which means we can provide a truly independent ERP selection service.

Yes, ERP Guide’s services are completely free and without obligation.

Our services are available in the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, The United Kingdom, Ireland, Italy and Spain.

Once you’ve completed the selection tool, one of our software experts will get to work on your answers. They’ll map out your needs and requirements and identify which ERP suppliers have experience with your sector, business activities and company size. If anything is unclear, the expert will get in touch with you to clarify everything.

A good salesperson is never (entirely) objective, but we are. We ensure you get a fair and comprehensive picture of the ERP market.

We only match you with ERP suppliers whom we know are capable of handling the project. This ensures you are put in touch exclusively with ERP suppliers who have experience with your sector, business activities and company size, and who can deliver within the desired timeframe.

We use your contact details solely for the ERP selection process. We handle them with care and do not retain them for longer than necessary. Would you like to know more about how we handle your privacy? Please read our privacy statement.

Companies process large amounts of information every day. Customer data, orders, invoices, stock levels, schedules and financial records: as an organisation grows, it becomes increasingly difficult to keep track of all this manually. An ERP system brings all these departments and tasks together in a single centralised environment. This ensures that everyone is working with the same, up-to-date data. A change made in one department is immediately visible to the rest.

Absolutely. Whether you’re a start-up, a sole trader or a multinational: every business can benefit from an ERP system. A common misconception is that ERP is only for large organisations, or that it’s always expensive. That’s not true: these days, there are plenty of solutions specifically tailored to small businesses, both in terms of functionality and price. Some providers even focus entirely on them.

We don’t just help with selecting an ERP system. You can also come to us if you’re looking for any of the following systems: Business Intelligence (BI), BPM, CRM, DMS, HRM, SCM, TMS or WMS.

AI within ERP is developing rapidly, and exactly what is possible varies greatly depending on the supplier and solution. There is as yet no single answer to what ‘AI in ERP’ entails; one provider uses it in a completely different way to another.

However, a number of trends are emerging. These include predicting demand or stock requirements based on historical data, flagging anomalies in figures, or providing suggestions for work scheduling. The aim is usually the same: less manual research and better-informed decisions.

As the capabilities vary significantly from one system to another, it is wise, when making a selection, to carefully assess what an AI feature actually delivers in practice and whether it is genuinely AI or simply ‘ordinary’ automation.

That depends on the size of the organisation and the complexity of the processes. A simple implementation often takes a few months, whilst large-scale projects can take a year or longer.

As soon as processes become confusing, data becomes scattered across multiple systems or the organisation grows, ERP offers a solution.

A CRM system focuses specifically on customer relationships, customer interactions and sales opportunities. ERP has a broader scope: it connects all business processes, including finance, stock management, planning and customer relationships. Many ERP systems have a built-in CRM module, but a specialised CRM system often offers more in-depth functionality for sales and marketing teams. The choice between CRM and ERP depends on whether you simply want to manage customer relationships or integrate your entire business operations.

Absolutely. Whether you’re a start-up, a sole trader or a multinational, every business can benefit from an ERP system. A common misconception is that ERP is only for large organisations, or that it’s always expensive. That’s not true: these days, there are plenty of solutions specifically tailored to small businesses, both in terms of functionality and price. Some providers even focus exclusively on them.

The cost of an ERP system depends heavily on the number of users, the sector, the licensing model (SaaS versus on-premise) and the required functionalities.

With SaaS ERP, you pay licence fees per user per month, plus one-off implementation costs. For a small team with a handful of users, the monthly licence fees are usually in the tens of euros per user. For an enterprise-level implementation involving hundreds of users, customisation and integrations, the total investment can run into hundreds of thousands of euros, mainly due to the implementation costs.

As costs vary significantly depending on the supplier, licensing model and sector, we have deliberately chosen not to quote a fixed amount here. Our free selection tool will provide you with a price estimate tailored to your specific situation and the suppliers relevant to you.

Yes, our service is completely free and without obligation. You never pay anything, and you’re under no obligation whatsoever.

We operate in the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Italy and Spain. Are you looking for an international partner? We can help with that too.

Within 1 to 2 working days of completing the form, you’ll have a clear idea of which ERP suppliers are a good fit for your organisation.

No, we do not supply software ourselves and are involved solely in the selection process. You decide for yourself which suppliers you wish to proceed with, if any, and which you do not.

We handle your data with care and only share the information necessary to make the right match. We never share contact details with third parties without your consent.

Please fill in our form anyway. Together, we’ll assess whether this is indeed the best choice for your situation. Often, there are other ERP systems that are even better suited to your wishes and needs.

Certainly. Our database comprises hundreds of suppliers who, in addition to ERP, often specialise in other business software.

Our service is suitable for organisations that are seriously looking for new business software. Our database of suppliers is hugely diverse: from suppliers that focus specifically on SMEs to major players that supply software to multinationals.

In that case, a consultation with one of our software experts is the right first step. We’ll help you clarify your needs and requirements, so you can properly assess whether a new system makes sense.

Nothing. Our service is completely free for you as the client. Whether you ultimately decide to proceed with a software supplier or not: you’ll never pay us anything, at any stage.

Yes, we are in no way affiliated with the software suppliers we match you with.

Once you’ve completed the selection tool, our software experts will analyse your answers and draw up a detailed report: your sector, company size, current software, wishes and requirements. Based on this, we select only suppliers with experience in your sector and with similar projects. As we’ve been doing this since 2007, we’ve built up a wide network of suppliers, all of whom have their own specialities.

Within 1 to 2 working days of completing the form, you’ll hear from the first interested ERP suppliers.

No, certainly not. You can withdraw at any time, even if you’re already in contact with suppliers. You’re not entering into a contract with us; there are no obligations and no hidden terms.

Absolutely. Whether you’re a start-up, a sole trader, an SME or a multinational: our service is suitable for businesses of all sizes.

We operate in the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Italy and Spain. Are you looking for an international partner? We can help with that too.

As well as ERP software, we’re also happy to help with the selection of Business Intelligence (BI), BPM, CRM, DMS, HRM, SCM, TMS and WMS.

A simple implementation can easily take three to six months, whilst more complex projects can take over a year

As soon as you lose track of stock, planning or production costs, or when you’re growing and your current working methods are no longer scalable, it’s time to make the move to ERP.

Yes. Because everyone works from the same information, there are fewer errors caused by miscommunication or duplicate data entry. Traceability and quality control also become much simpler.

The costs depend on the size of your business, the number of users and the features you require. In addition to licence fees, implementation, training and maintenance also factor into the cost.

Manufacturing ERP is often more expensive than a standard implementation due to customisation and integrations with machinery or production processes: the link to the shop floor makes the process more complex. As this varies greatly depending on the production method, machinery and supplier, we have deliberately chosen not to quote a fixed amount here: our free selection tool will provide you with a price estimate tailored to your specific situation.

A simple implementation can easily take three to six months, whilst more complex projects can take over a year.

As soon as you lose track of stock, orders or deliveries, or when your product range grows and your current working methods are no longer scalable, it is time to make the move to an ERP system.

Yes. Because orders, stock and logistics are managed from a single system, there are fewer errors caused by miscommunication or manual data entry.

The costs depend on the size of your business, the number of users and the features you require. In addition to licence fees, implementation and maintenance costs also play a part.

Wholesale ERP generally requires less customisation than, for example, manufacturing or construction, as the required functionality is relatively standard. As the exact costs still vary significantly depending on the supplier, the size of the product range and the number of integrations, we have deliberately chosen not to quote a fixed amount here: our free selection tool will provide you with a price estimate tailored to your specific situation.

A straightforward implementation can easily take three to six months, whilst more complex projects can take over a year.

As soon as you lose track of project costs, scheduling or materials, or when managing multiple projects simultaneously becomes difficult, it’s time to make the move to ERP.

Yes. Because costs, hours and materials are tracked in real time for each project, you can spot deviations early enough to take corrective action.

The costs depend on the size of your business, the number of users and the features you require. In addition to licence fees, implementation and maintenance costs also play a part.

Due to the need for project administration, the tracking of hours and materials, and often multiple sites, construction ERP systems are generally slightly more expensive than the market average. The total investment over the first three years varies significantly depending on company size and required functionality; our selection tool will provide you with an estimate tailored to your specific situation.

A straightforward implementation can easily take three to six months, whilst more complex projects can take over a year.

As soon as you lose track of orders, stock or deliveries, or your current working methods are no longer scalable, it is time to make the move to ERP.

Because all order information is managed from a single system, you have insight into the status of shipments at any time. This is a huge help internally, and customers benefit from it too: they expect to be able to track their shipments in real time.

The cost depends on the size of your business, the number of users and the features you require. In addition to licence fees, implementation and maintenance costs also play a part.

Logistics ERP systems are generally slightly more expensive than the market average due to transport management, warehouse functions and real-time integrations. The total investment over the first three years varies significantly depending on company size and required functionality; our selection tool will provide you with an estimate tailored to your specific situation.

A straightforward implementation can easily take three to six months, whilst more complex projects can take over a year.

As soon as you lose track of hours, projects or invoicing, or if administration starts to take up too much time, it’s time to make the move to ERP.

Because contracts, agreements and invoicing are managed from a single system, you’ll no longer miss any renewals or deviations. This means you always have a clear overview of what has been agreed and what is still outstanding.

The costs depend on the size of your business, the number of users and the features you require. In addition to licence costs, implementation and maintenance also play a part.

The service sector generally has the lowest ERP costs, as the processes are less complex and require less sector-specific customisation. As the exact costs vary significantly depending on the supplier, number of employees and required functionality, we have deliberately chosen not to quote a fixed amount here: our free selection tool will provide you with a price estimate tailored to your specific situation.

A straightforward implementation can easily take three to six months, whilst more complex projects can take over a year.

As soon as you lose track of work orders, scheduling or service contracts, or your current working methods are no longer scalable, it is time to make the move to ERP.

Yes. Because scheduling, work orders and availability are managed from a single system, you always know who is where and what tasks are still outstanding. This prevents unnecessary journeys, miscommunication and avoidable delays.

The costs depend on the size of your business, the number of users and the features you require. In addition to licence fees, implementation and maintenance costs also play a part.

ERP for the installation sector is often slightly above the market average, as planning and service functionalities require additional configuration. As the exact costs vary significantly depending on the supplier, the number of technicians and the required functionality, we have deliberately chosen not to quote a fixed amount here: our free selection tool will provide you with a price estimate tailored to your specific situation.