ERP Fundamental
ERP Fundamental
ERP Fundamental
Agenda
What is an ERP System? Why implement an ERP system? How should ERP systems be implemented? Conclusion Questions and Answers
Organisations that purchase enterprise systems enter into long-term relationships with vendors. Organisations no longer control their own destiny.
Web Internet
Marketing Intelligence
Mobile Wireless
Sales Intelligence
e-Mail
Customer Intelligence
Business Applications
Marketing
Sales
eCommerce
OSS
HR
Installed Base
Tasks TCA
Tech Stack
E-business Platform
X
Database
Application Application
3 Tier
Application Server
Process
1. Definition and Analysis Hold discussions with various functional personnel to establish the actual number of systems operating at client site, what they are used for, why and how often Produce the Project Scoping Document outlining current situation, proposed solution and budgeted time Challenge : REQUISITE EXPERTISE - No two clients are the same
Process
2. Design Prepare various functional reports - specifies current scenario and wish list Prepare Design document which specifies how the system is going to work Prepare test scripts to be followed on system testing Map out the interface paths to various modules Challenge : INFORMATION SHARING Availability of staff
Process
3. Build Configure system as per set up document specifications i.e. transfer conceptual model into reality Test system to verify accuracy (preliminary tests)
Process
4. Transition Train users on their specific areas Assist in test data compilation and system testing by users Finalise the Live system and captured opening balances Challenge : USER RESISTANCE Understanding and acceptance data preparation
Process
5. Production Official hand holding Effectiveness assessment Business and Technical Direction recommendations
Technology
Technology is an enabler, not the driver (it is there to assist the organisation to achieve business goals) It is a means to an end, not the end
Conclusion
ERP systems provide a mechanism for implementing systems where a high degree of integration between applications is required The Business Case or Value Proposition for implementation must be outlined To successfully implement a proper mix of people, processes and technology should be maintained
Speaker Information
Name : e-mail : Web Site Richard Byrom [email protected] : http://www.richardbyrom.com