Strategic Decision Making At Enterprise Resource Planning: Chief Financial Officer At The Crossroads

Abstract

Following delays in the production of the company’s annual accounts, the Chief Executive Officer is livid. He summons the Chief Financial Officer to explain circumstances surrounding the delay. The Chief Financial Officer, after consultation with the Directors of the Materials Management System and Power Sales departments, reckons that the acquisition of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system will permanently address the issue. This case provides students with an opportunity to apply knowledge in accounting, accounting information system, and project management to analyze business issues.