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A proof of concept (POC) should be completed as part of the selection process when the risk of project failure is comparatively
high. Risk can be measured by two key variables. These variables are complexity of requirements and level of expertise of
the selection/implementation team. The more complex the (...)
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A proof of concept (POC) should be completed as part of the selection process when the risk of project failure is comparatively
high. Risk can be ...
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2004-07-13
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Here are four worst practices that can contribute to the failure of an enterprise resource planning implementation—or the
implementation of any other enterprise software, for that matter. Protect your investment and prevent disaster by steering
clear of these major mistakes. (...)
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Here are four worst practices that can contribute to the failure of an enterprise resource planning implementation—or the
implementation of any ot...
Published:
2009-06-29
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Abstract:
Having just completed implementing your enterprise-wide software, you are about lean back, put your feet up on the desk,
and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Not so fast! While you were completing your implementation project, a new release of the
software may have already hit the street or, for sure, ther (...)
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Having just completed implementing your enterprise-wide software, you are about lean back, put your feet up on the desk, and
enjoy the fruits of y...
Published:
2004-08-16
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The statistics for completing packaged software implementation projects are grim. This article examines how the software
evaluation, selection, and procurement process is key to successful software implementations. (...)
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... The software evaluation and selection process builds the foundation
for the entire implementation project. A foundation that includes ...
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2003-02-11
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This article explores how the proof of concept (POC) fits into the software selection process, when a POC should be undertaken,
structural variables, and the advantages and disadvantages of the POC from the client and value-added reseller point of view. (...)
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This article explores how the proof of concept (POC) fits into the software selection process, when a POC should be undertaken,
structural variabl...
Published:
2004-07-12
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Taking Measures for True Success: How to Choose Software That Meets Your Needs. Download Whitepaper on Software That Meets
Your Needs. A failed software implementation can cost companies millions in wasted time and money. To ensure your software
selection project isn’t a sorry statistic, use the right m (...)
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Taking Measures for True Success: How to Choose Software That Meets Your Needs. Download Whitepaper on Software That Meets
Your Needs. A failed sof...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Taking Measures for True Success: How to Choose Software That Meets Your Needs. Download Whitepaper on Software That Meets
Your Needs. A failed software implementation can cost companies millions in wasted time and money. To ensure your software
selection project isn’t a sorry statistic, use the right m (...)
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software implementation process:
Taking Measures for True Success: How to Choose Software That Meets Your Needs. Download Whitepaper on Software That Meets
Your Needs. A failed sof...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Thanks, in part, to the fallout from the financial scandals of Enron, WorldCom, Tyco and others, the corporate spotlight
is being refocused on the audit function. However, by waiting until systems are live and in production before applying an
audit regimen, you may miss an excellent opportunity to establ (...)
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Thanks, in part, to the fallout from the financial scandals of Enron, WorldCom, Tyco and others, the corporate spotlight is
being refocused on the...
Published:
2003-10-20
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An application product can never provide competitive advantage by itself, it is a function of how and how much is implemented.
A good implementation of a commodity software product can give you a short-term advantage until the competition catches up. (...)
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An application product can never provide competitive advantage by itself, it is a function of how and how much is implemented.
A good implementa...
Published:
2003-09-11
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RFPs and selection tools typically focus on features and functions. The business process protagonists consider this focus
old fashioned. However, users want and need an inventory or check lists of the functions to understand if the business process
will work. One always has to start from somewhere, and t (...)
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RFPs and selection tools typically focus on features and functions. The business process protagonists consider this focus
old fashioned. However, ...
Published:
2003-10-28
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Small and medium enterprises (SME) looking for software must understand their needs and articulate their expectations to
get what they want and need from software. (...)
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Small and medium enterprises (SME) looking for software must understand their needs and articulate their expectations to get
what they want and ne...
Published:
2005-10-17
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Although glitch-plagued software implementations are nothing new, the growing number of brand-name firms reporting big troubles
with their multimillion-dollar projects is starting to look like a Who's Who of the Fortune 500. (...)
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Although glitch-plagued software implementations are nothing new, the growing number of brand-name firms reporting big troubles
with their multimi...
Published:
1999-11-10
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After dealing with the over-hype of Y2K, companies have started to reconsider the best of breed as a viable solution to satisfy
their software needs. This comes as a shock to the corporate systems culture when user communities were told that fully integrated
software such as ERP, SCM, and EAM were the on (...)
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After dealing with the over-hype of Y2K, companies have started to reconsider the best of breed as a viable solution to satisfy
their software nee...
Published:
2003-08-08
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Business changes constantly in small ways and large. It is rare to find an application product that can change once it is
implemented. This gap is a reality leading to dissatisfaction and the application being a drag on the business. This gap,
the lack of the ability to change, costs the business dearly. (...)
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Business changes constantly in small ways and large. It is rare to find an application product that can change once it is
implemented. This gap is...
Published:
2004-05-31
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Today, the issue of regulatory compliance touches every enterprise, and process manufacturers are no exception. To answer
the challenge of this new reality, vendors now offer enterprise resource planning systems with far more features and functionality
than ever before. But how can an organization choose (...)
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Today, the issue of regulatory compliance touches every enterprise, and process manufacturers are no exception. To answer
the challenge of this ne...
Published:
2009-08-14
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Abstract:
Product lifecycle management (PLM) implementation brings its own set of challenges, whether considering vendor selection,
employee perception management, or actual implementation. However, based on experience and study, it is possible to describe
the best practices for overcoming these challenges. (...)
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... of the vision document; Gathering employee support for change; Software evaluation and
selection; Implementation management; Mapping of current process to the ...
Published:
2006-07-05
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webMethods, Inc. has released a set of Packaged Integrations — pre-built software solutions that can be used to rapidly automate
common cross-application business processes. The company claims Packaged Integrations make it possible to accelerate implementation
by up to 80 percent and reduce implementa (...)
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... availability of webMethods Packaged Integrations - pre-built software solutions that
... solutions make it possible to accelerate the implementation process
by up ...
Published:
2000-12-15
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TechnologyEvaluation.COM analysts have separated the software negotiation process into three discrete categories. All three
are critical individually, yet should always be pursued within the context of the larger discussion. (...)
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TechnologyEvaluation.COM analysts have separated the software negotiation process into three discrete categories. All three
are critical individua...
Published:
2000-09-29
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Abstract:
Owing to learning from the past experiences and to the help of specialized selection service providers, selecting an enterprise
package has to a degree, become a routine occurrence in the life of an IT organization. Recently however, there has been much
noise created by some pundits and vendors belittlin (...)
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Owing to learning from the past experiences and to the help of specialized selection service providers, selecting an enterprise
package has to a d...
Published:
2003-10-25
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An ERP software implementation has three steps. Here's a comprehensive look at how a successful ERP software implementation
for small businesses can be achieved. Most consultants agree that there are three stages that precede a software implementation
project: research, evaluation, and selection. This thr (...)
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An ERP software implementation has three steps. Here's a comprehensive look at how a successful ERP software implementation
for small businesses ca...
Published:
2010-02-10