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Global Software Integration; Why do so many projects fail? By John Scopaz Associate Partner Introduction The IT field is littered with failed global software integration sagas. Post mortems on these projects have surfaced many reasons for their failures focusing on mismatched capabilities, local geographical requirements and perhaps project technical management deficiencies. Most global software projects start with a thorough analysis of feature and function. Do the capabilities of the standard software meet the needs of the corporate requirements? This exercise is generally performed by knowledgeable internal personnel, both technical and business oriented, coupled with consultants who are subject matter experts, and vendor supplied resources with specific industry knowledge and possessing a deep understanding of their software application. Particular care needs to be given to fleshing out vendors boasting of software that claims to do everything. Investment in a subject matter expert to participate in this process is worth every penny of the cost. Our experience is that these resources typically do a thorough and accurate analysis leading to a valid selection of an appropriate package to satisfy the needs of the corporation. An equally competent job is typically done in financial analysis and project rationale that meet corporate capital expenditure approval requirements. Most large organizations have a review committee in place with the participation of both operational and business executives that ensure a thorough vetting. The Problem So why do so many projects with this solid footing fail? Large scale integrations have two planning components that are often overlooked. A conceptualization of how the new capabilities can be phased into the existing operation in a controlled manner and a judicious decision on which entities will be the early adopters are critical next steps in successful implementations. For further information and to receive complete copies of any of the white papers you see here, contact Al Uretsky. |
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For further information and to receive complete copies of any of the white papers you see here, Contact Al Uretsky, Managing Partner Estrella Partners Group, LLC Tel.: (623) 594-9283 auretsky@estrellapartners.com |