Selecting the Right Fulfillment Software (766 words)

6. Review trade-offs. There will probably not be an "ideal" candidate. The final selection of a vendor and a system will be a matter of trade-offs. Perhaps the best-suited solution has not yet been widely installed, so you are assuming greater risk, for instance. Or it may cost twice what you are willing to spend. But if you have followed these steps conscientiously, you should be in a strong position to make a solid decision, based on objective evidence, not merely on favorable impressions fostered by friendly sales reps. n