Strategy & SelectionThoughtful strategy is vital to the success of any major change initiative. It sets the context for an informed decision on technology fit and the approach to adoption so the ROI is achieved.
Good strategy enables quick decisioning. The strategy should be pragmatic - comprehensive but not overblown, easy for business people to understand and put in focus the issues that require decisions to be made. The scope should embody Change Management. Even with strong technology, rigour in defining requirements or a solid implementation approach, projects fail due to lack of buy in from key stakeholders. Strategy should be updated regularly to support continuous improvement, and to address the ever changing business environment, competitive situation and evolving customers needs. |
Business ArchitectureA Business Architecture defines the design of the business (capabilities, processes, applications, technology). It provides the context for deciding what to change, the framework for deciding on the best technology fit and the guidance for ongoing adaptation efforts.
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Executive Advisory 5x5 Framework Roadmaps High-Level Business Requirements Business Case Project Charter |
Change StrategyChange Strategy is fundamental to achieving a return on investment. The ability to achieve change in an organisation defines success. Without effective change, adoption will be poor, money and effort will have been wasted and the initiative will fail.
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Why Projects Fail Project Charter Adoption Planning Change & Communications Plan |
Product SelectionProduct Evaluation and Selection is an enabler for change. Many organisations struggle and take way too long due to lack of knowledge combined with fear of making a bad decision. This can proceed quickly when it leverages the Business Architecture and Change Strategy .
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Project Charter 5x5 Framework Business Case High-level Business Requirements Common Mistakes in Product Selection CRM Evaluation |