Struggling with User Adoption? Here’s How Epicforce Tech Trains Your Team on Epicor® ERP the Right Way
Struggling with User Adoption? Here’s How Epicforce Tech Trains Your Team on Epicor® ERP the Right Way
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Introduction: Why ERP Systems Fail Without User Adoption
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems are critical for integrating operations, optimizing workflows, and driving strategic growth. But even the most powerful system—like Epicor® ERP—can fail to deliver value if your team doesn’t use it effectively.
User adoption isn’t a checkbox at go-live—it’s the linchpin of ROI.
Businesses often invest in customizations, integrations, and upgrades, only to find employees sticking to old processes, entering bad data, or avoiding the system altogether.
At Epicforce Tech, we’ve helped dozens of organizations fix this problem. And we do it by treating ERP training not as a one-time event, but as a strategic process that drives real behavior change.
The High Cost of Poor Adoption in Epicor® ERP Projects
Poor user adoption leads to far more than frustration—it results in measurable business risk.
Here’s what happens when Epicor® ERP is underutilized:
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Inaccurate data: Incomplete records or manual workarounds lead to unreliable reports
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Missed KPIs: Executives lose visibility into critical metrics
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Low productivity: Users waste time navigating unfamiliar screens or reverting to spreadsheets
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High support costs: IT is flooded with repetitive support tickets
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Delayed ROI: ERP investments take longer to pay off—or fail to deliver returns entirely
Studies show that ERP projects with strong adoption are 3X more likely to succeed. The gap isn’t the software—it’s how well your people are trained to use it.
Common Reasons Users Struggle with Epicor® ERP
Most users don’t resist change—they resist confusion. When ERP systems feel hard to use, irrelevant to daily tasks, or unsupported, adoption drops.
Here’s what we’ve found across industries:
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Training is too generic – Users don’t see how features apply to their roles
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No real-world practice – Learning stops at theoretical examples
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One-size-fits-all sessions – Everyone gets the same material, regardless of job function
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Lack of post-go-live support – Users are left on their own after launch
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Poor documentation – No simple guides for recurring tasks
Epicforce Tech addresses these gaps with personalized, purpose-driven training built around actual user needs—not just system features.
What Effective ERP Training Should Actually Look Like
Epicor® ERP training that drives adoption must go beyond screen demos and user manuals. It should:
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Be role-specific – Finance staff need different guidance than warehouse managers
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Reflect your business workflows, not generic examples
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Be interactive and scenario-based, not passive
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Include hands-on practice in a sandbox environment
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Offer real-time feedback and access to follow-up resources
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Tie ERP usage to KPIs and business outcomes
This is what Epicforce Tech delivers—training that makes sense, builds confidence, and promotes daily usage.
How Epicforce Tech Fixes the Adoption Problem
At Epicforce Tech, we don’t teach features. We teach how to succeed using Epicor® ERP in your business context.
Our adoption-focused ERP training includes:
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Needs Assessment
We map Epicor® functionality to your departments, roles, and workflows. -
Custom Learning Paths
Each group gets tailored training objectives based on their use cases. -
Real-World Simulations
Employees interact with live-like environments to reinforce learning. -
Documentation That Works
We create cheat sheets, video walkthroughs, and SOPs based on your actual setup. -
Feedback Loops
Users provide input so we can refine the training and close knowledge gaps.
Our goal isn’t to finish a checklist. Our goal is to see your people using Epicor® effectively on Day 1—and even more effectively on Day 100.
Role-Based, Scenario-Driven Training in Action
What does this look like in practice?
Here are examples of how we train by department:
Finance Team
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Training on chart of accounts setup, financial reports, reconciliations
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Hands-on practice with AP/AR workflows
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Custom reporting dashboard tutorials
Operations & Manufacturing
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Epicor® MES training with live job tracking
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BOM management and MRP simulation
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Scheduling and work order tracking
Inventory & Supply Chain
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Purchase order workflows
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Inventory transactions and real-time stock updates
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Vendor management and demand forecasting
Each training module includes relevant metrics, department-specific scenarios, and measurable learning outcomes.
Beyond Go-Live: Continuous Learning and Support
Epicforce Tech doesn’t walk away after go-live. We believe adoption is a continuous journey, not a one-time milestone.
Here’s how we keep your team engaged:
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Onboarding new hires with fast, focused ERP onboarding sessions
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Quarterly refresher trainings tied to usage metrics and team feedback
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Custom update sessions after version upgrades or process changes
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Micro-learning content (2–5 min videos, one-pagers) embedded in daily tools
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ERP usage reviews to identify and coach underperforming areas
The result? A workforce that not only adopts Epicor® ERP—but uses it to drive performance.
Conclusion: Train Right, Adopt Fully, Succeed Faster
Epicor® ERP adoption doesn’t happen automatically—it happens with intent, structure, and follow-through.
If your team is still struggling to use Epicor® confidently—or you’re preparing for a new implementation or upgrade—training must be a top priority.
At Epicforce Tech, we help organizations unlock the full value of their ERP investment by building training programs that fit real people, real jobs, and real business goals.
Don’t let underutilized ERP tools hold your business back.
Let’s train your team the right way—together.
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