that is prior to or at the adoption stage of ERP. We propose that studies to investigate this are needed and this
line of investigation is consistent with RBV theory. We are aware that a number of prior studies, though
not in the ERP context, have shown the relationship between information systems capabilities and
resources, and competitive advantage (see examples in Taher, 2012) and encourages us to seek an
understanding of their role and influence in the way competitive advantage may stem from ERP projects.