Who are the millennials? Known by some to be lazy, narcissistic, impatient but extremely tech-savvy and ambitious generation with a willingness to change the world. According to Environics Analytics, millennials make up 37% of the Canadian labor force now, and this number is expected to rise to 75% by 2028. They have high expectations for everything, so how they can change the way ERP software is implemented?
1. Accessible Anywhere, Anytime
Millennials want data to be available whenever and wherever they want it - and it relates not only to mobile access. They invented the term "Bring Your Own Device" (BYOD), which means that they want to see all the necessary data on their personal devices. In this case, an ERP system needs to be flexible, mobile and easily accessible.
2. User-Friendly Interface
When a millennial can't understand how to use a software system within the first 15 minutes, it’s hard to force him or her to use it again. Because of this, it’s important that ERP systems and implementation be seamless and user-friendly.
3. Analytics Is Key
Real-time KPIs, customized dashboards, and personalized reports shouldn't be something that your ERP system can't provide. Millennials are passionate about analytics, and they expect to have all the modern tools available to get valuable insights, that will help them to make fast and accurate decisions.
See what a millennial can contribute to your ERP implementation process. Try Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Financials – an easy-to-use cloud ERP system.
Alina Hura, Digital Content Creator, WebSan Solutions Inc., a 2017 Microsoft Modern Marketing Innovation Award Winner