ERP localization strategies for global growth
Inside the regional edge of ERP success
Implementing a global ERP platform is just the beginning. The real challenge lies in making sure it aligns with local tax rules, finance standards, and compliance obligations. That’s why having a clear ERP localization strategy is critical for success.
Whether it’s handling electronic invoicing in Latin America, adapting to complex VAT rules in Europe, or meeting statutory reporting demands in Asia, localization is the key to a truly effective ERP rollout. At Platned, we help organizations configure ERP solutions that remain globally consistent while fully compliant at the local level.
What does ERP localization mean?
ERP localization is all about tailoring your enterprise software to meet the unique requirements of each country you operate in. That includes aligning with tax regulations, accounting standards, invoice structures, and financial reporting rules.
At Platned, we go further than just ticking compliance boxes. With expert teams located across major global regions, we bring first-hand knowledge and local expertise to every localization effort. We understand cultural and regulatory nuances, speak the language, and address potential obstacles before they impact your business.
How Platned ensures localization success
Platned supports ERP localization through every stage of your project, and across every market you operate in. Here’s our proven approach:
Discovery phase: uncovering business-critical needs
We begin by collaborating with your teams to capture localization requirements
across tax, reporting, compliance, and financial standards. More than just
documenting requests, we help you prioritize what’s most important, identify hidden
gaps, and provide expert guidance based on real ERP project experience.
Design phase: shaping the right solution
Once requirements are defined, we evaluate and validate solutions using recognized
best practices. You’ll receive tailored options complete with pros and cons, change
impact assessments, and live demonstrations, all aligned with your industry and
country-specific needs.
Build phase: turning plans into reality
After the design is approved, we move into execution. This includes:
- Drafting functional specifications
- Partnering with developers for build and testing
- Supporting user acceptance testing to confirm requirements
- Delivering user training to drive adoption
Go-live and hypercare: support when it matters most
During go-live, we provide hands-on assistance through the initial close process and
stay engaged during the hypercare period. Our team monitors performance, resolves
issues quickly, and ensures your ERP system continues to meet local compliance needs
without disruption.
Platned’s approach to successful ERP localization
We guide your ERP localization journey from start to finish, ensuring compliance and
smooth operations across every region. Here’s how we make it happen:
Assessment phase: identifying what matters most
Our team works directly with your business stakeholders to capture localization
needs across tax, finance, and reporting. We don’t just collect requirements, we
help you rank priorities, uncover risks, and apply lessons learned from previous ERP
rollouts.
Solution design: crafting the best fit
With requirements in place, we explore practical options supported by industry
benchmarks. You’ll receive recommendations with pros and cons, impact analyses, and
live demonstrations to ensure solutions align with your sector and country-specific
regulations.
Implementation phase: building and testing the system
Execution is where strategy becomes reality. This includes:
- Preparing functional specifications
- Collaborating with developers through build and testing
- Supporting user acceptance testing
- Delivering comprehensive training for end-users
Launch and stabilization: ensuring a smooth transition
At go-live, we’re right there with you, helping through the first month-end close
and beyond. During the hypercare period, we closely monitor system behavior, resolve
issues quickly, and fine-tune settings to keep your ERP system compliant and
efficient.
Trusted expertise in regional ERP localization
With a track record of successful ERP localization projects in more than 20
countries across North America, EMEA, and Asia, Platned delivers the compliance and
consistency global businesses need. Our experience covers diverse tax, accounting,
and regulatory environments, helping organizations stay agile while meeting local
requirements.
Our regional reach
We’ve delivered localisation projects in more than 20 countries across North America, EMEA, and Asia. Our work spans a wide range of regulatory, tax, and accounting frameworks:
Key regions
North America & Brazil
Extensive experience across the US, Canada, and Brazil’s evolving electronic invoicing and tax regulations.
EMEA
Successful projects delivered in the UK, Ireland, Germany, France, Portugal, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Hungary, and other European and Middle Eastern markets.
Asia
Localization expertise across China, India, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, and multiple Southeast Asian economies.
Key functions
P2P
(Procure to Pay)
O2C
(Order to Cash)
R2R
(Record to Report)
Project, Costing, Fixed Assets
Local GAAP and audit reports
E-invoicing and statutory compliance
Tax configuration and reporting
Why partner with Platned?
ERP localization is far more than a compliance checklist, it’s what determines whether your system empowers your finance teams or slows them down.
With Platned, you gain:
Decades of hands-on ERP delivery expertise
Regional specialists who understand local regulations and culture
Proven industry-specific practices tailored to your sector
A collaborative approach that puts people first
Whether you’re rolling out IFS Cloud™, modernizing a legacy system, or entering a new market, Platned gives you the clarity, confidence, and local insight needed for seamless ERP localization.
Align IFS with the way your business operates, everywhere
A global ERP deployment is only successful if it adapts to local demands. From tax compliance to statutory reporting, Platned ensures IFS Cloud is configured for every country where you do business. As an IFS Gold Services Partner, we bring proven localization expertise across industries, regions, and core finance processes, covering everything from procure-to-pay (P2P) and record-to-report (R2R) to regulatory and tax obligations.
Our specialists guide you through every step, from requirement gathering and solution design to go-live support and hypercare. Whether your rollout spans a single country or multiple markets, Platned makes sure your ERP delivers seamlessly at both the local and global level.
Let’s talk localization
Looking to simplify ERP localization? Platned is here to help. Our team can guide your rollout and make sure your ERP system works seamlessly, no matter where your business operates.