More and more tools
are becoming available to the small and medium-sized manufacturing
markets to help companies implement and/or enhance enterprise systems. Even
though the initial price points of these software tools are becoming
attractive, a system implementation or upgrade requires proper planning and
execution.
This week we will discuss the importance of Project Management in your
implementation.
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Project Management
What
it is: The person (or team) that has the authority to
clearly define the objectives and assign responsibilities to all internal and
external team members. They cohesively bring all the resources together to
ensure the highest productivity and proper working environment.
Why
it Matters: Implementation without a project management
team is like a ship without a captain – there is no one to keep the project on
course. In complex, multi-disciplinary, multi-user environments, astute project
management is a critical component of ERP system implementation. As the
implementation unfolds, project managers will conduct milestone reviews to
track progress and detect early signs of potential problems. Project managers
do not merely check off tasks, but focus on all aspects and challenges in
achieving the desired business benefits.
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Common Information System
Terms
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ERP
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Enterprise Resource Planning
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TCO
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Total Cost of Ownership
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BPO
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Business Process Reengineering
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SME
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Subject Matter Experts
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KPI
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Key Performance Indicators
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