IDG Contributor Network: Knowing when it's time to replace your aging enterprise software

Recently a client asked if they should keep their existing ERP software or consider replacing it. Like many companies, they had purchased various software products over the years to tackle different problems in their environment. These purchases inevitably resulted in creating silos where it is hard to keep duplicated information synchronized. Old software meant new hires had no experience in that technology (think green screen terminals) and needed extensive training. Also, reporting was simply