Should You Choose Software Based on Pain Points or Your Future Operating Model?

2025-05-08

This episode is all about timing and mindset in software selection. We explore whether it makes more sense to choose software based on current pain points or to anchor decisions around your future operating model. Most teams start with vendors, who are skilled at pitching fast solutions. The challenge is that lasting change takes more than features. It starts with understanding your strategy, your people, and your processes. Technology comes after that. We break down what it looks like to keep the focus on your...

Most teams start with vendors, who are skilled at pitching fast solutions. The challenge is that lasting change takes more than features. It starts with understanding your strategy, your people, and your processes. Technology comes after that.

We break down what it looks like to keep the focus on your long-term goals during the selection process. You’ll hear real insights on how to guide vendors, define meaningful requirements, and make sure your system supports where you're going, not just where you are.

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