On the interpretative flexibility of hosted ERP systems

• DOI: 10.1016/j.jsis.2005.04.006
• Publication Date: 2005-07-18T14:47:44Z
• Authors: Sarah Cadili; Edgar A. Whitley
• Keywords: 0502 economics and business; 05 social sciences

Abstract This paper explores the interpretative flexibility of ERP systems through the study of a project to implement a hosted system for the Central Accounting Department of a large multinational. The paper presents intensive case study data around the decision to implement the system and analyses it in terms of the interpretative flexibility of the system. The paper questions the extent to which technological features of the new system influence the perceived flexibility of the system.