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The Big 4 Myth: Why Brand-Name Consultants Don’t Reduce ERP Risk
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One of the most persistent myths in government technology is that hiring a Big 4 consulting firm guarantees a successful ERP implementation. The brand feels like a safety net — but experience shows it often creates new risks instead.
In this episode, we break down why large consulting firms frequently fail government ERP projects: misaligned incentives, junior staffing models, one-size-fits-all approaches, and contracts designed to maximize billable hours rather than outcomes. Using a real mid-sized city case study, we explore how a $15M implementation went sideways — not because of bad software, but because the consulting model was never aligned to the agency’s success.
We also walk through three critical questions every government leader must ask before signing any consulting contract: who will actually do the work, how the firm makes money, and what happens when things go wrong. The goal isn’t to demonize big firms — it’s to understand risk clearly and choose partners whose incentives match public-sector realities.
ERP failures don’t just cost money. They cost careers, staff morale, public trust, and years of lost momentum. Understanding who truly reduces risk can make the difference between modernization and long-term damage.
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