Implementation & Project Management
For both client and supplier, the implementation phase of a project is one of the most exciting - but it can equally be one of the most challenging.
Unless at the beginning every element of the project has been carefully analysed, understood and planned into the solution design, things can easily go awry, leading to frustration with time and cost overruns. To avoid these situations PCS operates a project methodology that minimises such risk and maximises first time success rates.
PCS Methodology
Top 10 reasons why projects fail:
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1. Lack of user input
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2. Incomplete needs defined
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3. Changing requirements
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4. Lack of executive support
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5. Technology incompetence
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6. Under resourced
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7. Unrealistic expectations
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8. Unclear objectives
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9. Unrealistic timescales
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10. New technology
Source : Standish Group
Working with you PCS undertakes a detailed diagnostic consultancy in order to:
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Fully analyse and determine the real needs.
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Carefully define the project’s vision and scope.
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Prepare a thorough ‘readiness’assessment.
- Project simulation and prototype exercises are then conducted in order to verify the interpretation.
- The final specifications for any client specific adaptations are then defined and agreed.
- PCS and the client then jointly develop a detailed project plan and scope document with the clear aims of;
- Improving control and reducing the risk of unforeseen issues arising
- Improving control of the development process
- Only after this final stage is completed will the delivery of systems elements begin.
Investment Security
Maintaining the worth of a client’s investment in a complete IT business solution is one of the foremost concerns for both PCS and its Partners.
From pre-sales analysis to design, development, testing, deployment and ongoing operations PCS ensure every step of the way is professionally managed to ensure project success. Requested changes are handled through our change request system (fully tracked), whilst project management meetings keep everyone up to-date.
For its part, and as one of the leading business software solution suppliers in the UK, PCS maintains one of the strongest professional teams in the industry boasting a core of established and experienced staff.
Specialist Knowledge
PCS has focused its skills development in key areas:
- Accounting and Accounting Profession
- Supply Chain
- Manufacturing
- CRM
- Business Analytics
- e-business
- Microsoft business applications
- Legal Solutions
Each of these specialist areas is led by a highly skilled and competent manager who heads a dedicated team charged with the delivery of fully functional and cost effective solutions which satisfy clients’ defined requirements. Using their experience and in-depth knowledge these specialist groups supply dynamic, up to the minute business solutions.
With PCS you really can benefit from our experience.