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ERP Success Factors
In the DACH region

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Discover the KPIs, pain points and benchmarks that define ERP project outcomes across industries.

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"Real consulting begins where standard solutions end – we work with our clients to develop customised solutions that transform specific challenges into concrete business successes." - Dr. Harald Dreher.

At Dreher Consulting, we help organisations choose ERP systems based on what their business truly needs — not vendor marketing promises.

Our independent approach means we’re not tied to any software provider. Instead, we focus on your industry’s real challenges: compliance and traceability in food & drink, project management in construction, forecasting in manufacturing, or scheduling in education.

What sets us apart is our ability to translate these pain points into clear KPIs, proven methods, and sustainable outcomes — helping CFOs, COOs and CEOs achieve long-term efficiency and growth.


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ERP Success Factors
in the DACH Region

Cloud adoption is rising, but many DACH companies remain cautious - particularly in construction and manufacturing where on-premise constrol is still valued

Success depends on more than just technology. It requires key KPIs, role specific priorities and an understanding of regional market dynamics. CFOs are looking for greater transparency and audit readiness, COOs focus on forecasting and operational resilience, which CEOs want scaleable platforms that support long term growth.

Which industry do you work in?
compliance Compliance & Traceability CSRD, ESG, food safety, medical standards. forecasting Forecasting Accuracy Seasonal demand, supply chain volatility. process-automation Process Automation Reducing manual tasks, cutting costs. scalability Scalability & Growth Expansion, acquisitions, multi-site rollouts. data-transparency Data Transparency Reporting, dashboards, financial accuracy.
  • 47% of DACH CFOs cite compliance reporting as their top ERP challenge.
  • Avg. order processing time in DACH manufacturing is 72 hrs. Best in class firms cut this by 20–30%.
  • 65% of DACH mid-sized companies still rely on manual processes for reporting.
  • 40% of ERP projects in DACH overrun budgets due to poor scoping and unclear KPIs.
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ERP Success Factors
by Industry

Selecting an ERP system isn’t a one-size-fits-all decision. 
Each industry faces distinct challenges — from compliance and traceability in food & drink to complex project management in construction or scheduling in education. 

By focusing on the KPIs that matter most, you can identify where ERP and digital transformation deliver the greatest impact.

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Industry / Sector

Key KPIs (e.g. order cycle times)

Typical Challenges (e.g. manual reporting)

Food & Drink
Key KPIs (e.g. order cycle times)

15% reduction in order cycle times.

Typical Challenges (e.g. manual reporting)

Allergen traceability, seasonal demand.

15% reduction in order cycle times.

Allergen traceability, seasonal demand.

Engineering & Manufacturing
Key KPIs (e.g. order cycle times)

20% faster production scheduling.

Typical Challenges (e.g. manual reporting)

integration with CAD/MES, regulatory complexity.

20% faster production scheduling.

integration with CAD/MES, regulatory complexity.

Construction & Environmental
Key KPIs (e.g. order cycle times)

25% faster project scheduling and resource allocation

Typical Challenges (e.g. manual reporting)

Ensuring compliance with strict environmental and safety standards (ISO, CSRD)

25% faster project scheduling and resource allocation

Ensuring compliance with strict environmental and safety standards (ISO, CSRD)

Education & Services
Key KPIs (e.g. order cycle times)

Improved resource scheduling accuracy.

Typical Challenges (e.g. manual reporting)

Multi-location coordination, cost control.

Improved resource scheduling accuracy.

Multi-location coordination, cost control.

Sustainability & Compliance Driven Sectors
Key KPIs (e.g. order cycle times)

Industry-leading integration of compliance frameworks (finance, CSRD, ESG)

Typical Challenges (e.g. manual reporting)

Growing AI and automation features to help SMEs report on sustainability

Industry-leading integration of compliance frameworks (finance, CSRD, ESG)

Growing AI and automation features to help SMEs report on sustainability

Healthcare & MedTech
Key KPIs (e.g. order cycle times)

Key KPIs: 20 % improvement in process traceability and documentation accuracy.

Typical Challenges (e.g. manual reporting)

Typical Challenges: Stringent data governance, MDR compliance, system interoperability.

Key KPIs: 20 % improvement in process traceability and documentation accuracy.

Typical Challenges: Stringent data governance, MDR compliance, system interoperability.

Retail & Distribution
Key KPIs (e.g. order cycle times)

Key KPIs: 18 % faster order fulfilment and inventory turnover.

Typical Challenges (e.g. manual reporting)

Typical Challenges: Omnichannel data consistency, supplier integration, stock visibility.

Key KPIs: 18 % faster order fulfilment and inventory turnover.

Typical Challenges: Omnichannel data consistency, supplier integration, stock visibility.

Transport & Logistics
Key KPIs (e.g. order cycle times)

Key KPIs: 22 % reduction in transport planning time.

Typical Challenges (e.g. manual reporting)

Typical Challenges: Route optimisation, energy efficiency, cross-border compliance.

Key KPIs: 22 % reduction in transport planning time.

Typical Challenges: Route optimisation, energy efficiency, cross-border compliance.

Energy & Utilities
Key KPIs (e.g. order cycle times)

Key KPIs: 25 % improvement in asset maintenance efficiency.

Typical Challenges (e.g. manual reporting)

Typical Challenges: Legacy systems, decentralised data, environmental reporting and auditability.

Key KPIs: 25 % improvement in asset maintenance efficiency.

Typical Challenges: Legacy systems, decentralised data, environmental reporting and auditability.

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Why Dreher Stands Out

Choosing an ERP is one of the most critical business decisions an organisation can make — and the right partner makes all the difference. At Dreher Consulting, we stand out because:

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Vendor-Neutral Analysis

We are not tied to any ERP provider, which means our advice is based only on what works for you. This independence ensures you receive objective guidance, free from vendor bias, and tailored to your business priorities.

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Deep Industry Expertise

We understand that every sector has its own workflows, compliance needs and growth challenges. Our comparisons reflect these realities, so your ERP system is the right fit from the beginning.

Proven-Frameworks

Proven Frameworks & Tools

With our proprietary SCOREX™ assessment, we measure process maturity, identify inefficiencies, and highlight opportunities before ERP selection. This ensures your decision is grounded in data-driven insights, not assumptions or vendor marketing.

Focus on Long Term Success

Focus on LongTerm Success

We don’t stop at ERP selection. Our consultants support you through process optimisation, implementation, and change management — making sure your ERP continues to deliver measurable results and sustainable business value.

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