The decision to implement NetSuite isn't one to be taken lightly. As you're researching all of the different implementation methods, you've probably come across something called SuiteSuccess.
SuiteSuccess is an implementation methodology created by NetSuite to help your business launch the cloud software quickly. However, is it really the best implementation method? It depends.
In short:
SuiteSuccess - SuiteSuccess is best for small businesses, allowing for a faster go-live (within 100 days), faster time-to-value, and increased efficiency.
Non-SuiteSuccess - Not using SuiteSuccess means you'll have a longer go-live timeline. However, if your business requires any customizations, training, or integrations, not using SuiteSuccess will be your best option.
Read more to find out exactly what SuiteSuccess promises, and the differences between using SuiteSuccess and not using it.
SuiteSuccess is an implementation method launched by NetSuite to help make the process smoother for small businesses.
This program was designed based on over 20 years of successful NetSuite implementations, all with the goal of helping your business increase efficiency and profitability.
While NetSuite can be a game-changer for any sized business, the implementation process can be long, complex, and require a lot of steps that a smaller company might not even need to take advantage of. That's why NetSuite launched SuiteSuccess — it bypasses all of the complicated steps and only focuses on what's absolutely necessary to set the software live.
Features of SuiteSuccess include:
Similar to any regular NetSuite instance, SuiteSuccess comes standard with enterprise resource planning (ERP) functionality, customer relationship management (CRM), and basic business analytics.
If you need functionalities besides what's included, you'll need to purchase a special edition of SuiteSuccess.
SuiteSuccess has a wide range of "editions" catering to specific industries and business types. Whether you need a basic financial management system, supply chain optimization, or the ability to increase the accuracy of your billing and invoicing, SuiteSuccess probably has an edition that fits your business.
These are all of the editions you can choose from when you implement NetSuite with SuiteSuccess:
Financials First Edition
Starter Products Edition
Starter Services Edition
Agency Edition
Apparel & Footwear Edition
Health & Beauty Edition
Food & Beverage Edition
Manufacturing Edition
Nonprofit Edition
Media & Publishing Edition
Retail Edition
Software Edition
Wholesale Distribution Edition
SuiteSuccess makes it as easy as possible to implement NetSuite. So, how does the implementation process work if you don't choose SuiteSuccess?
You have a few options:
If you want a comprehensive overview of the implementation process, check out our NetSuite implementation guide!
SuiteSuccess has a lot of positives to it. However, implementing NetSuite without it also has its benefits:
Both implementation methodologies are designed to help your company realize new efficiencies and boost profitability. They were created with the same goal in mind and both will help take your business to the next level.
SuiteSuccess has 16 editions for different industries. Regular NetSuite implementation also caters to solutions by industry, with many different NetSuite modules available to add on. Plus, some third-party NetSuite solution providers have their own packages for this, too.
Both SuiteSuccess and non-SuiteSuccess implementations come standard with NetSuite's ERP, CRM, and business analytics. Any additional functionalities will have to be purchased as an edition (for SuiteSuccess) or as NetSuite modules or customizations (for non-SuiteSuccess).
One of the biggest differences is that SuiteSuccess implementations can't be customized. This can be a serious issue if your business requires specific workflows, approval processes, integrations, or any other type of customization crucial to operations. This is usually why we only recommend SuiteSuccess for small businesses.
SuiteSuccess promises to get NetSuite live within 100 days, which is a great timeline for software implementation! This is really the only method that guarantees the cloud software will go live by an exact date, without any room for error.
Implementation timelines can be stretched out for many reasons, usually due to ongoing customizations, unexpected features, or issues discovered during testing. However, because SuiteSuccess is a cut-and-dry implementation, there isn't much room for error (and therefore delays).
Another main concern with business owners implementing software is that it could go over budget. While this doesn't always happen, it isn't uncommon.
Choosing SuiteSuccess guarantees your implementation project will not go over budget, as everything is set up with specific parameters, sans customizations or integrations — the main reasons for budget increases.
Whether you're still on the fence about using SuiteSuccess or are ready to move forward with your NetSuite implementation, we have a NetSuite-certified team standing by and ready to help!
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