The article discusses how organizations can improve their use of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and prepare for Industry 4.0. The researchers developed a new ERP Maturity Model to help organizations measure their progress in implementing and using ERP systems. They found that strategic IT use and proper ERP selection positively impact the success of ERP implementation and application, which in turn affects business performance. The study shows a clear relationship between an organization's IT strategy, ERP application, and overall success in using ERP systems.