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Phasing an ERP Rollout: Pilot Campus, Template, Then Expand

Change management patterns that reduce disruption for staff and parents.

CareerBook Editorial Team6 min read
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Key takeaways

  • A pilot campus turns assumptions into a tested template.
  • Communicate early with staff and parents about what will change.
  • Expand in waves, carrying lessons forward.

01Why phase the rollout

Switching every campus and module at once concentrates risk. A phased approach lets teams learn on a smaller scale and fix issues before they affect the whole institution.

A pilot campus turns assumptions into a tested template.

02Pilot, template, expand

A common pattern has three stages:

  • Pilot: configure one campus and a core set of modules with real users.
  • Template: capture the settings, data formats and training that worked.
  • Expand: roll the template out in waves, adjusting only where campuses genuinely differ.

03Bringing people along

Staff and parents adapt more easily when they know what will change, when and why. Short guides, champions in each department and a clear support channel make a noticeable difference.

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