Case Studies
Real Stories. Real Results.
ERP decisions don’t have to be a gamble. Here’s what happens when they’re guided well.
Choosing and implementing enterprise software is one of the most high-stakes decisions a growing company can make.
It affects everything: your margins, your team, your ability to scale.
At Accipiter, we don’t sell software.
We advocate for your success before, during, and after your ERP rollout.
These case studies and testimonials show what that kind of support looks like in the real world.
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Case Study: Scaling a Food & Beverage Manufacturer Beyond QuickBooks
Company Size: $20M annual revenue | 3 locations
Problem: Leadership team knew QuickBooks was maxed out, but no clear roadmap forward.
What We Did:
Led a Strategic Scan + ERP Decision Sprint
Facilitated alignment between COO, CFO, and IT
Shortlisted three platforms and ran scorecard-based demos
Outcome:
Selected the right ERP with full buy-in
Onboarded vendors with clear expectations
Avoided $80K in unnecessary modules
“Michael helped us slow down to get clear—then move fast once we were aligned. We didn’t just pick a system—we picked the right one.”
Case Study: Rescue & Recovery for a Stalled NetSuite Rollout
Company Size: $35M product-based ecommerce brand
Problem: ERP implementation had stalled. Team was burned out, vendors frustrated, go-live delayed 6 months.
What We Did:
Diagnosed root issues: misalignment between ops + vendor
Became executive-level advisor to support internal ops lead
Shortlisted three platforms and ran scorecard-based demos
Outcome:
Relaunched implementation with new plan
Reduced churn risk across two departments
Recovered project without replacing the vendor
“We were headed for a $500K failure. Michael brought calm, credibility, and direction when we needed it most.”
Case Study: Pre-ERP Planning for a Tech-Savvy Distribution Firm
Company Size: $12M wholesale/distribution
Problem: The tech-savvy leadership team had information but lacked clarity.
What We Did:
Led a Strategic Scan to map real business needs
Built an internal readiness roadmap
Delayed ERP purchase by 6 months on purpose
Outcome:
Internal team executed three process improvements before ERP
Entered selection process aligned and focused
Saved six figures in avoided rework
“Hiring Michael early was the best decision we made. He didn’t just help us choose ERP—he made sure we were ready to use it.”
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“Every dollar we spent with Accipiter saved us 10 later.”
“Michael isn’t a consultant. He’s a partner who actually listens and helps you lead through it.”
“I wouldn’t go into an ERP project again without someone like this on our side.”
“We didn’t know what we didn’t know and he helped us see it, plan for it, and get through it.”
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Whether you’re just exploring or trying to fix what’s not working, we’re ready when you are.