Presented below is the High Level ERP Purchase Process:

1. Vendor research and information gathering
2. High-level vendor demonstrations and evaluation
3. Needs and requirements assessment
4. Development of request for bid or proposal)
5. Release request for bid to vendors
6. Analysis and selection- Evaluation of bids, Functional evaluation, Technical evaluation, Vendor-detailed demonstrations, Contact references, Develop a total cost of ownership
7. Vendor negotiation,

a) Contract review and change,

b) Pricing- software, maintenance, and consulting, support

8. Purchase system

Requirements:

a. Assume the role of a specialized consulting firm to assist in the selection process.

- Vendor Research (10 ERP vendors) and gather information about each (C4-10 marks)

- Offer Software Demonstration and Evaluation (C3-5 marks)

- Shortlist at least the top three (3) vendors (C4-2.5 marks)

- Prepare the TCO (C3-7.5 marks)

b. Prepare a draft Request for Proposal (RFP) with Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for Company As ERP Software and Vendor Selection. (C3-10 marks, C5-10 marks)

c. Present this proposal to the company. (C8-10 marks)