Start off your Dynamics 365 Journey on the right foot
Starting an ERP implementation is a significant step for any business. Regardless of whether you are a vendor or a customer, answering the questions of Who?, What?, When?, and How Much? is crucial for the overall success of the project.
Quite often, the selection of an ERP solution is a long sequence of demo sessions, every vendor presenting similar features while aiming to could give you the βwow factorβ.
What if the finding the right ERP could be done differently, so at the end, you’re centain the decision is objective and the solution is indeed the best fit for your business?
1οΈβ£ Degree of Fit Diagram – What Solution to Implement
While no ERP system can meet every need and want, compiling a πππ π«ππ π¨π ππ’π ππ’ππ π«ππ¦ helps the business to identify which solution best satisfies their most critical needs.
2οΈβ£ High-Level Scope – Define Whatβs Included
Not everything can be done at once, so prioritising business requirements using the MoSCoW method helps everyone understand what are the business priorities and sets the project boundaries.
Assemble the high level scope into a Conceptual Design, this way, everyone knows what to expect and how to support the project.
3οΈβ£ Estimated Timeline – When is the Start and When is the End
Based on the scope complexity, resource availability, other competing projects, the project schedule lists key phases and activities and determines when each will be executed.
4οΈβ£ Compile a Statement of Work – Who’s doing what and How Much it Costs
Almost there! Everything is compiled into a Statement of Work that outlines tasks, deliverables, timelines, and expectations, so both parties have a clear understanding of what is required and how the project will be executed. Of couse, a key component is the budget needed to deliver the project.
Good Job! Now you have the right framework to select the right solution and kick off the project.