What is the best time of year to start an ERP implementation?

Avoid starting an ERP go-live during your fiscal year-end or peak business season — those periods demand your best people's full attention. The best time to go live is at the start of a new fiscal year (clean accounting break) or your slowest business period. Start the implementation 6-12 months before your desired go-live date, meaning Q1 kickoffs for a year-end go-live are common.