by SP Singh | Apr 22, 2024 | Project Sponsorship
Enterprise software projects (ERP/CRM) are complex, multi-dimensional moving beasts. The ERP Project manager’s job is to clearly state the facts and present the project’s current status. Yes, with an indication of the planned next steps and an estimate to...
by SP Singh | Apr 21, 2024 | Project Sponsorship
In the ERP world, talking about things is much more expensive than doing them. For example, configuring the ERP is often relatively straightforward. The complexity is in understanding requirements, documentation, testing, and providing training. So, the cost savings...
by SP Singh | Apr 16, 2024 | Project Sponsorship
Consider that you are building a house. The builder called to inform you that the house would not be completed by the agreed date. Then he gives you a few options: You remove the backyard and garage door completion from the contract (descope). Or, Move the completion...
by SP Singh | Apr 11, 2024 | Project Sponsorship
Progress without a plan is likely to be more drifting and less progress. We may see effort and outcomes but are unaware of direction. However, we are not designed to plan and implement. If no one mandates a plan, we are likely to continue with no plan. Perhaps that is...
by SP Singh | Mar 13, 2024 | Project Sponsorship
ERP implementations are costly, complex, and time-consuming. It is common for business stakeholders to get eager to complete the implementation and return to normal life. But, in reality, we are never done after the first project. Here are a few common reasons: Not...
by SP Singh | Mar 11, 2024 | Project Sponsorship
In business, we often see major technology projects (ERP, CRM) as an obstruction to operations. These projects are additional overhead. They require more money, resources, and time from the organisation. They cause business disruptions. Staff hate to experience...
by SP Singh | Feb 1, 2024 | Project Sponsorship
When we care about the outcome, we tend to put everything into it. We put in extra hours to meet the deadline. We may put our resources into the initiative. We may talk to others and influence them to join the community. When we care, the lines between us and the...
by SP Singh | Jan 22, 2024 | Project Sponsorship
There are two problems with something free (or highly discounted). The first is that the thing that is being sold loses its value. Second, the person buying it tends to devalue his time, priorities, and sense of direction. Here are a few examples: This feature is...
by SP Singh | Aug 31, 2023 | Project Sponsorship
In the software world, we have a common problem with changing requirements. For example, as a customer (Product owner/Subject Matter expert), I state a requirement to develop a customer feedback feature. After I reviewed the feature, I changed my mind and asked to...
by SP Singh | Mar 4, 2023 | Project Sponsorship
As organsations move towards digital transformation, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems have become crucial to their operations. However, the success of an ERP implementation project depends on various factors such as project management, vendor selection, and...
