ERP adoption – researching the huge choice on the market – and choosing a software partner best suited to you – is a huge task.
If your business is planning a new ERP implementation, upgrading legacy software, or evaluating business management platforms, registering for an itSHOWCASE event is the fastest way to map out your software strategy.
However, if you have never been to an itSHOWCASE Discovery Day before, you might be wondering how the event is set up, what the layout feels like, and how to get the most value out of your visit.
Unlike massive, sprawling tech trade shows where you spend half your day getting lost in endless halls full of exhibitors you DON’T need, itSHOWCASE is specifically designed to be focused, efficient, and direct.
Here is an example of the event setup and what to expect on your first visit.
If you have already registered for an ERP Discovery Day, the itSHOWCASE team will have matched you to the best ERP vendors suited to you, and sent you a personalise itinerary.
So what about the day? What can you expect?
The Setup: designed for business leaders
itSHOWCASE events take place at premier regional venues across the UK – such as the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham, and Ashton Gate in Bristol.
The event runs during a focused morning window (typically 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM). This high-density schedule means you can accomplish many weeks worth of vendor evaluations in a single morning and still be back at your desk to check on your inbox!
The event space is intentionally arranged to combine structured meetings in a comfortable atmosphere:
Step-by-step: what happens when you arrive
1/ Check-in: This starts at 10:00 AM
When you arrive at the venue, head to the registration desk. The itSHOWCASE team will have issued you a personalised itinerary outlining pre-scheduled Discovery Meetings with suppliers matching your specific sector and requirements.
2/ Attend pre-briefed software Discovery Meetings: Your team has targeted 1-on-1 discussions.
Instead of walking blindly into sales pitches, your scheduled meetings are focused and pre-briefed. The exhibitors at your assigned stands already understand your basic business model and project scope, allowing you to dive straight into direct Q&A about workflows, custom requirements, and implementation timelines.
3/ Explore and compare the rest of the room: An open exhibitor space.
Between scheduled sessions, you can explore the exhibition floor at your own pace. Because top UK software vendors and implementation partners sit side-by-side, you can compare and contrast separate system features. And ask any questions!
How to prepare for maximum value
To make your first itSHOWCASE visit as productive as possible, here are some suggestions from us to keep in mind:
- Bring your ‘messiest’ operational scenario: Don’t just ask vendors if they do ‘inventory management’ or ‘financial reporting.’ Bring a specific, complex operational challenge – like multi-currency consolidation or custom bill-of-materials – and ask them to demonstrate how their platform handles it.
- Bring key decision-makers: Software selection impacts finance, operations, and IT. Think about bringing your CFO, Operations Director, or Lead Systems Manager to ensure your team evaluates vendor chemistry together in real time.
Reduce your research time
An ERP or core IT upgrade doesn’t have to be months of web searches and frequent Zoom calls. By spending a single morning at an itSHOWCASE Discovery Day, you get face-to-face clarity, direct technical answers, and a fully vetted software shortlist.
Do you think this sounds perfect for your business? Click here to register for your nearest itSHOWCASE event.
