Is the Era of Legacy Aerospace ERP Over? PBExpo 2025 Says Yes.

PBExpo 2025 Was a Wake-Up Call for Legacy ERP Providers

If PBExpo 2025 showed us anything, it’s this: legacy ERP providers are losing their grip on the aerospace industry.

For years, companies have stuck with the same big-name ERP providers, assuming they were the only viable options. But in conversations with suppliers, MROs, and manufacturers at the show, one trend stood out:

The old way isn’t working anymore.

The shift is happening now. Aerospace businesses aren’t just looking for an upgrade—they need one.

We heard it loud and clear from attendees:

💰 Rising ERP costs are unsustainable.

🛑 Legacy ERPs are too slow for today’s supply chain demands. 🔗 Poor integrations are creating more work, not less.

More than ever, businesses are actively looking for a change. The message is clear: brand loyalty isn’t enough anymore—companies need technology that actually works for them.

The Big Takeaway from PBExpo: Legacy ERP is Losing Its Grip

PBExpo wasn’t just a networking event—it was a reality check for many aerospace businesses.

We spoke with hundreds of executives, procurement leaders, and supply chain professionals. Their frustrations with legacy ERP providers were strikingly similar:

• Slow, outdated interfaces – “Our current ERP feels like it was built for the early 2000s.”

• Limited integrations – “We have to manually transfer data between systems—it’s exhausting.”

• Hidden fees & rising costs – “We’re paying more each year for an ERP that does less.”

• Lack of innovation – “Nothing new, just another price hike.”

Some businesses told us they’ve stayed with their ERP provider not because they were happy, but because they thought switching would be too difficult.

One attendee put it perfectly: (removed competitor names)

They weren’t alone. Many businesses have invested heavily in their current ERP systems, but rather than making their operations easier, those systems have forced them into workarounds, bolt-on tools, and manual processes.

Still, the idea of replacing an ERP can feel overwhelming. That is—until they saw ERP.Aero in action.

ERP.Aero at PBExpo: The Alternative the Industry Has Been Waiting For

As we continued to walk the show, something interesting happened. We’d speak with an exhibitor, then a crowd forms, or we’d be speaking with an attendee, and others would join the conversation. It was unbelievable, but it was rewarding.

Attendees who were frustrated with their current ERP systems had a moment of realization:

👉 “Wait… switching doesn’t have to be a nightmare?”

For the first time, many businesses saw that modern ERP doesn’t have to be expensive, complex, or frustrating.

Here’s why ERP.Aero stood out at PBExpo:

✅ Blazing-fast RFQs – Cut response times from hours to minutes.

✅ Seamless marketplace integrations – Directly connects to Inventory Locator Service,® LLC , PartsBase Inc. , Locatory.com, and eCommerce platforms.

✅ Cloud-based efficiency – No expensive IT infrastructure needed.

✅ Transparent pricing – No hidden data fees. No upcharges.

✅ Customer-first innovation – We continuously build features based on customer feedback.

That last point was a game-changer. PBExpo gave us a chance to showcase our latest integration, and the reception was immediate:

💡 This was exactly what the industry had been asking for.

Customers not only validated the need for this new feature, but many said it would be the missing piece that finally made them confident about switching ERPs.

But there was one true "aha moment" at PBExpo that left attendees in disbelief—the ASA-100 integration.

One aviation executive, who had always seen ASA-100 compliance as a burdensome, time-consuming nightmare, was stunned when they realized ERP.Aero had fully integrated the documents, processes, and procedures directly into the system.

First, they were skeptical. Then, they were shocked.

Once the reality sunk in, he shared that their audit success rate was a sore subject. But the satisfaction he was met with today was infectious. Others gathered around as we walked through the ASA-100 integration in real time. They immediately saw how much time, stress, and effort this would save their teams.

For them, it wasn’t just about efficiency—it was about removing an ongoing worry that had plagued their compliance process for years.

This moment wasn't just a win for ERP.Aero—it was validation that the industry is starving for ERP solutions that eliminate unnecessary burdens instead of creating new ones.

PBExpo Proved the Industry is Ready for Change

ERP.Aero’s conversations at PBExpo made something very clear:

Aerospace companies are no longer willing to accept “good enough.”

The industry is evolving, and businesses that cling to slow, outdated ERPs are going to be left behind.

We saw it firsthand at the show: 🚀 More companies than ever are actively searching for ERP alternatives.

🛑 Legacy ERP providers are losing their grip on the market.

📈 The demand for modern, flexible, cost-effective ERP solutions is skyrocketing.

This isn’t a prediction—it’s happening now.

And when it comes to value, support, and investment, ERP.Aero remains unmatched. No other provider delivers the same level of customer success, value-adds, and comprehensive support—and businesses at PBExpo took note.

Will Legacy ERP Providers Adapt or Get Left Behind?

The truth is, not all ERP providers will survive this shift.

Some will scramble to modernize their offerings, but others will stick to their outdated playbook, hoping name recognition keeps them afloat.

That won’t be enough anymore.

Aerospace companies are tired of outdated interfaces, hidden fees, and slow support. They need: ✔️ Faster workflows ✔️ Better integrations ✔️ More transparency ✔️ Pricing that makes sense

At PBExpo, we saw it firsthand: businesses are ready for real moves toward modernization. The ones who refuse to change will fall behind.

The Time to Switch is Now

The question isn’t whether aerospace businesses will move on from outdated systems.

The question is how soon they’ll make the switch.

At PBExpo, we spoke with businesses that were already moving forward—and even more who left the event ready to start exploring their options.

For many, the biggest realization was:

💡 They don’t have to keep struggling with a system that doesn’t serve them.

Aerospace businesses that make the switch now will gain a massive advantage over those that hold out until it’s too late.

What’s Your Take? Let’s Talk.

🔹 Did you attend PBExpo? What were your biggest takeaways? 🔹 Are you seeing this same shift in aerospace ERP? 🔹 What’s the biggest frustration you have with your current system?

Drop a comment below and let’s start the conversation. 👇

🚀 If you’re ready to see what ERP.Aero can do for your business, let’s connect. Book a demo here.

P.S.

Thanks for being part of the conversation about the evolution of aerospace ERP. PBExpo was a powerful reminder that this industry is driven by innovators—people who challenge the status quo and ask, “Why are we still doing things this way?”

It was clear that businesses are more than ready to break free from outdated, cumbersome systems. The ASA-100 integration moment reinforced that—it wasn’t just about adding a feature, but about removing stress and uncertainty from a long-standing pain point. That’s exactly what ERP should do: simplify, not complicate.

What’s been your experience? Have you run into the same frustrations with rigid ERP systems? Let’s talk—drop a comment or send a message. Real conversations like these drive meaningful change.

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