In last week’s ERP implementation tip, we discussed the end-user training phase – the phase during which the implementing organization’s employees are taught how to incorporate the new system into their daily work routines.
We now start our discussion of data migration. Given the importance of this topic, it will span two tips. In this week’s tip, we cover the key concepts. In next week’s tip, we will explain how to tie these various concepts together into an actionable migration plan.
In last week’s ERP implementation tip, we laid out the key concepts of data migration. This week, we breakdown the four key components of an actionable data migration plan.
In last week’s ERP implementation tip, we laid out the key components of an actionable data migration plan.
This week, we circle back and cover customizations, personalizations and interface projects. These projects are intended to extend the functionality of the ERP or IT software into areas that are not covered by out-of-the-box functionality.
In last week’s ERP implementation tip, I wrote about how a project manager can secure the steering committee’s commitment to the project.
This week, I discuss how the project manager can filter the ERP steering committee’s instructions down to the core team.
In last week’s ERP implementation tip, I explained why the project manager should be a member of both the steering committee and the core team.
This week, I discuss how you can build a core team to drive a successful ERP implementation project.
In last week’s ERP implementation tip, I wrote about the how project buck stops at the steering committee.
This week, I discuss how the project manager can keep the executive-level steering committee focused on the project.
In last week’s ERP implementation tip, I explained who should be selected for the various project teams.
This week, I dig a little bit deeper into the steering committee.
To execute your business, your company has set up an organizational structure, hired the right people (hopefully), delegated responsibility and incentivized desired behaviors. Operating within a defined structure helps your business avoids chaos, and keeps the right people working towards the right goals.
In last week’s ERP implementation tip, I explained how to build a strong project core team.
This week, I discuss how to use kick-off meetings to inject momentum to the start of an ERP implementation project.
In last week’s ERP implementation tip, I explained how to effectively kick off your IT project.
I inadvertently – and somewhat ironically – omitted a key ERP implementation project phase that precedes the kick-off phase. This week, I’ll delve into that overlooked phase, which is the project planning phase.
