英文摘要 |
Because of the globalization of Taiwanese businesses, many companies are operating in multi-site or multi-factory mode to obtain operational advantages. Most of them have set their branches in China. Because of long-term separation, both sides of the Taiwan Straits have developed different socio-cultural characteristics which have significant impact on business operation. The purpose of this paper is to explore the critical success factors for implementing enterprise resource planning systems in such a heterogeneous environment. We first propose a conceptual model for implementing information system in a heterogeneous environment through literature review. A field study is carried out where we look into an electronic company, H Company, which is a leading cable producer and has its factories in China. Based on the conceptual model, a questionnaire is then designed and administered. Results are obtained after careful analysis of the questionnaire, and critical factors for an effective ERP implementation are identified. Lastly, the original model is modified. The paper proceeds with the discussion on existing problems faced by cross-strait enterprises while implementing ERP systems. A cross-strait enterprise is suggested focus on ”the system acceptance, adaptation to the system of the employees”, ”organizational communication and coordination as well as project progress control”, ”organizational support and utility of resources” and ”human resource management and cooperation” in the culture perspective. It is important to pay attention to ”legal adaptation before implementation” and ”legal applicability after implementation” in the legal perspective. As for the functional perspective, ”localization of system functions” and ”process reengineering according to investment mode” merit our special attention. Understanding these critical success factors proposed in this research would help multi-national corporations in effectively implementing their information systems in a heterogeneous environment. |