A successful NetSuite implementation starts with careful planning and a clear understanding of your operations. Every step is designed to align the system with your team’s needs and support long-term growth.
This blog outlines the full implementation process, explains how each phase is structured, and highlights the role your team plays in ensuring a smooth transition.
What Our NetSuite Implementation Process Looks Like
We’ve built our process on decades of ERP experience. From day one, we work alongside your internal team to make sure they’re not just using NetSuite—they’re understanding it. Here’s how we do that.
A Hands-On Partnership From Day One
We believe the best implementations happen through teamwork. That’s why we pair each member of your team with one of our experienced consultants. This helps transfer knowledge right from the start and allows your team to begin building internal NetSuite expertise immediately.
A Structured Four-Phase Approach
To make sure everything stays on track and nothing is left out, we follow a four-phase project methodology. Each phase has its own clear goals and deliverables. Your business leaders and internal process experts play a key role in shaping the system to match your operations.
Here’s a breakdown of our four-phase approach:
- Business Requirements & Planning: We meet with your key stakeholders to understand how your business works today and what you want to improve. This phase sets the direction for everything that follows.
- Solution Review & Build-Out: As we configure your NetSuite solution, we review progress with you often. You’ll see your system take shape and can give feedback in real time.
- System Testing & Validation: We work together to thoroughly test the system. This includes making sure it supports your workflows, delivers accurate data, and meets your day-to-day needs.
- Go-Live & Support: Once everything is ready, we go live with your new system. But our work doesn’t end there. We continue supporting you as you get comfortable with NetSuite and start seeing its benefits.
Key Tools and Processes That Keep Everything Running Smoothly
We don’t believe in surprises. That’s why we’ve built a process that focuses on clear communication and project transparency from beginning to end.
Formal Governance
Our formal governance process helps us manage key areas like:
- Timelines
- Risk
- Budget
It ensures that every part of the project stays aligned with your business goals and expectations.
Collaborative Task Management
We use a shared task management tool that makes it easy to:
- Assign and track tasks
- Report and resolve issues
- Share updates back and forth with your team
You’ll always know what’s happening with the project—and what’s coming next.
Long-Term Support After Go-Live
A successful NetSuite implementation doesn’t stop when your system goes live. We continue working with you through our Empower Managed Services team. This gives you access to ongoing help with:
- System optimization
- Process enhancements
- New features as your business evolves
We’re committed to helping your organization grow with NetSuite—not just use it.
Your Involvement is Essential
You don’t have to go through NetSuite implementation alone, but it also isn’t something that can be handed off entirely. Your team’s involvement is a big part of what makes the project a success.
Throughout the process, we’ll rely on your:
- Business leaders
- Department managers
- Internal subject matter experts
These are the people who help us shape the system to truly support the way your company works.
In Summary
NetSuite implementation is a team effort, and at Meridian Business, we make sure your team is equipped and supported every step of the way. With our structured approach, expert consultants, and long-term service options, you can trust that we’re not just here to launch your system—we’re here to help you launch your business forward.
If you’re ready to take the next step with NetSuite, contact us today.
