Most companies fail at IFS Cloud—not because the software is bad, but because they hire the wrong consultant. If you’re evaluating an IFS implementation consultant, here’s how to avoid costly mistakes:

Section 1: The 3 Biggest IFS Implementation Risks

(Data-backed, no nonsense)

Risk #1: Data Migration Fails (And Your Business Stalls)

Problem: 65% of IFS projects overshoot budgets due to poor data migration. Common issues:

• Legacy system incompatibility (e.g., SAP, Oracle, homegrown ERPs).
• Dirty data (duplicates, outdated records, misaligned fields).
• No rollback plan (downtime costs $10K+ per day).

How We Fix It:

• Pre-migration audit to cleanse and map data.
• Pilot migration to catch errors early.
• Zero-downtime cutover (we’ve done this for 50+ clients).

Example: A European manufacturer saved $250K by fixing data gaps before go-live.

Risk #2: User Adoption Kills Your ROI

Problem: IFS Cloud is useless if your team resists it. Key failures:

• Generic training (one-size-fits-all = low adoption).
• No role-based workflows (finance vs. operations need different setups).

Solution:

• Custom training programs (e.g., shop floor vs. C-suite).
• Change management plan (to drive adoption).

Result: One client reduced training time by 40% with tailored simulations.

Risk #3: No Post-Go-Live Support (And Costs Skyrocket)

Problem: 50% of issues arise after launch. Many consultants disappear.

Solution:

• 90-day hypercare support (24/7 for critical errors).
• Monthly optimization reviews (to fix inefficiencies).

Section 2: How to Choose an IFS Implementation Consultant

1. Industry-Specific Experience (Non-Negotiable)

IFS behaves differently in:

• Aerospace & Defense (complex compliance, project accounting).
• Industrial Manufacturing (shop floor integration, MES).
• Field Service (mobile work orders, IoT integrations).

Ask: “Show me a case study in my industry.”

2. Technical Depth (Beyond Certifications)

A real IFS expert must have:

• Hands-on IFS Cloud experience (not just theory).
• Integration skills (IFS + CAD, PLM, or CRM systems).
• Agile/PRINCE2 project management (to avoid scope creep).

Pro Tip: Avoid consultants who only sell licenses. You need implementation expertise.

3. Contract Model: Fixed vs. T&M?

• Fixed-price contracts often hide scope gaps.
• Time & Materials (T&M) works if milestones are clear.

Best Approach: Hybrid model (fixed for migration + T&M for customizations).

Section 3: Why Work with an IFS Cloud Specialist?

• ✅ Faster ROI (we’ve cut implementations by 20% vs. competitors).
• ✅ Global expertise (clients in EU, US, and APAC).
• ✅ No hand-off risks (we manage data migration, training, and support).

“After a failed SAP rollout, we switched to IFS with [Your Name]. The project was on time, on budget, and our team adopted it in weeks.”
— [Client Name], CIO, [Industry]