Defined and documented functional requirements are a part of the bid process. Discuss why this would be beneficial in the selection of an ERP system even if a bid is not required. Justify your answer. Give reasons and examples to support your response.

Defined and documented functional requirements are a part of the bid process. Discuss why this would be beneficial in the selection of an ERP system even if a bid is not required. Justify your answer.   Give reasons and examples to support your response.  I only need about 1/2 page.