Why ERP Implementations Fail—And How Ours Succeed

The statistics are sobering. Industry analysts report that a significant percentage of ERP implementations fail to deliver expected value, run over budget, or miss critical deadlines. The root cause is rarely the technology itself—it’s the implementation approach. A flawed methodology turns even the most powerful platform like Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations into a costly, disruptive project that fails to meet business goals.

Too many organizations treat ERP as merely an IT software installation, not a transformative business initiative. They underestimate the need for strategic alignment, rigorous change management, and a partner who knows not just the how, but the why.

At Rekaz Core, we defy these statistics. Our success is built on a proprietary, battle-tested implementation methodology refined over hundreds of successful Dynamics 365 F&O deployments. We don’t just install software; we engineer business transformation with precision, predictability, and a relentless focus on your return on investment.

Our Solution: Rekaz Core Ascend Methodology™

We deliver success through Ascend, our proven, phased framework designed exclusively for Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O. It’s a collaborative journey from vision to value, ensuring business outcomes drive every technical decision.

Phase 1: Discover & Strategize (The Foundation)

This is where we align and build the blueprint. We resist the urge to jump to solutions.

• Business Process Review: We map your current state and collaboratively design the future state, identifying automation and improvement opportunities.
• Stakeholder Alignment: We ensure executive sponsorship and define clear success metrics (KPIs) tied to ROI.
• Solution Vision Workshop: We define the target operating model and create a prioritized requirements backlog.
• Project Charter & Plan: We establish governance, communication plans, timelines, and a fixed-scope, fixed-price proposal for the build phases. No surprises.

Phase 2: Architect & Design (The Blueprint)

We translate strategy into a detailed, configured system design.

• Core System Configuration: We implement 80% of your needs using Dynamics 365’s powerful native functionality, following best practices.
• Strategic Solution Design: For the critical 20% requiring adaptation, we design targeted extensions using Microsoft’s recommended practices—not fragile custom code.
• Integration & Data Architecture: We design clean, resilient connections to other systems and a robust data migration strategy.
• Sign-Off on Design: You approve comprehensive functional design documents before a single line of code is written.

Phase 3: Build & Validate

We build with quality and transparency at the core.

• Agile Development Sprints: We build, demonstrate, and refine in iterative cycles, keeping you involved and in control.
• Rigorous Testing Framework:
  • Unit Testing: By our developers.
  • System Integration Testing (SIT): Ensuring all modules work together.
  • User Acceptance Testing (UAT): Your team validates the system in a simulated environment. We provide full support and training.
• Data Migration Dry-Runs: We practice and refine the migration of your master and transactional data, ensuring accuracy for go-live.
• Cut-Over Rehearsal: A full dress rehearsal of the go-live process.

Phase 4: Deploy & Launch (The Transformation)

We execute a controlled, supported launch.

• Phased Go-Live: We execute the proven cut-over plan, migrating final data and activating the system.
• Hypercare Support: Our team is embedded with yours 24/7 for the critical first weeks, resolving issues in real-time.
• Performance Optimization: We monitor system performance and fine-tune for optimal user experience.

Phase 5: Optimize & Evolve (The Partnership)

We ensure you achieve lasting value and continuous improvement.

• Post-Go-Live Review: We measure results against the KPIs defined in Phase 1 and capture lessons learned.
• Continuous Value Roadmap: We transition to a support partnership, helping you leverage new features, address process refinements, and scale.
• Empowered Administration: We ensure your team has the knowledge and tools to maintain and evolve the system.

Our Technology Accelerators

To ensure efficiency and quality, we augment our methodology with proprietary tools:

• Pre-Configured Industry Templates: Jump-start implementations with our library of best-practice processes for your sector.
• Automated Testing Suites: Accelerate validation and ensure reliability.
• Data Migration Workbench: Tools to cleanse, map, and validate your data efficiently.
• Pre-Launch Health Checks: Comprehensive diagnostics to ensure go-live readiness.

Why Partner with Rekaz Core for Your Implementation?

Choosing an implementation partner is your most critical decision. Here’s why leading organizations choose us:

• Deep Dynamics 365 F&O Expertise: Our consultants are Microsoft-certified experts who understand the platform’s full depth.
• Industry Specialization: We bring pre-configured knowledge of your specific business challenges.
• Proven Track Record: We have a portfolio of successful, on-time go-lives with documented ROI.
• Strategic Partnership: We are invested in your long-term success, not just a successful installation.

Conclusion: Your Success, Methodically Guaranteed

Implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O is one of the most significant investments your organization will make. The right methodology is the difference between a disruptive cost center and a transformative competitive advantage.

With the Ascend Methodology, you gain more than a system—you gain a predictable path to operational excellence, empowered users, and measurable business growth.