Feature PDFs rarely predict rollout success. The schools that get value from ERP software pick vendors using live workflows, honest gap discussions and a clear onboarding plan.
Your demo script (use the same for every vendor)
- Show new admission from enquiry to active student
- Show fee structure, online payment and receipt
- Show teacher attendance mark and parent view
- Show exam marks entry and report card output
- Show admin export or MIS report leadership uses monthly
Questions that reveal implementation risk
- Who imports our Excel student data and how long does it take?
- How are roles set up for office, accounts, teachers and parents?
- What support channel exists during admission season?
- Can we export our data if we leave later?
After shortlist — pilot one campus
Multi-campus groups should pilot one school before group-wide rollout. Single-campus schools should still run a parallel week with real fee or attendance data before switching fully.