The success of any IT systems implementation projects depends on many factors. Statistics from the last 5 years indicate that out of more than 500 business automation projects based on ERP solutions:
- 64% of projects exceeded planned budget
- 21% of companies met the implementation deadline
Naturally, such figures can only scare companies away from the decision to implement business automation systems.
How is the First.Bit approach different?
Why do our projects and their clients reach their goals?
How do we stay within the planned time frame and budget?
Step 1
Typically, our team begins a conversation with a potential client with the following questions:
What are the challenges in your business today?
Can business process automation solve these problems?
These are very important issues. Because if we don’t understand what the current limitation of the business system is, we won’t be able to help effectively.
Step 2
Discussing business requirements. Not all the entrepreneurs understand the importance of this step and don’t want to pay for it. In that case we can stick to the following scheme: we evaluate the task and advise one of our typical package solutions. If it suits both sides, we shift straight to the implementation stage. For some companies, this option is quite acceptable and will also lead to the benefits of automation.
Step 3
Development of technical specifications. It is important to develop the architecture of the future system, assess the complexity of the project implementation, estimate timing and budget. We discuss the functionality for sales, production, purchasing automating, etc.
Step 4
Сhoosing a project management approach: a waterfall model or an iterative one.
Step 5
After development and integration is done, it’s usually time for users’ resistance and misunderstanding from company managers. ERP-system implementation project is an IT project only by 50%. Another 50% comes from implementing organizational changes.
Step 6
The final and significant stage. It ensures the successful implementation of the system and its effective use in the future. This includes developing detailed instructions for users, staff training, providing answers to emerging questions and consulting support from our company.
Conclusions
Introducing business automation systems demands thorough preparation and planning. Choosing a reliable partner is your key to success and sustainable business benefits. First.Bit offers unmatched expertise and a professional approach, developing and implementing information systems, tailored to your processes and specific needs.
