SAP PROJECT MANAGEMENT PITFALLS: HOW TO AVOID THE MOST COMMON PITFALLS OF AN SAP SOLUTION: 2016

SAP Project Management Pitfalls shows you how to understand the product ecosystem, the client environment and the feasibility of implementing critical business process with the required technical and functional configuration. SAP Project Management Pitfalls is the first book to provide you with real examples of the pitfalls that you can avoid, providing you with a road-map to a successful implementation. Jay Kay, a SAP Program Manager for Capgemini, first takes a deep dive into common pitfalls in implementing SAP ERP projects in a complex IT landscape. The reader will learn about the potential causes of failures, a comparative study of relevant project implementation case studies in the area, and a range of possible countermeasures. Jay Kay also provides background on each - the significance of each implementation area, its relevance to a service company that implements SAP projects, and the current state of research. Key highlights of the book: * Tools and techniques for project planning, templates for allocating resources, and worksheets for setting up project schedules.* Industry standards and innovations in SAP implementation projects in the form of standard solutions aimed at successful implementation.* Managing SAP system ECC upgrades, EHP updates and project patches.* Learn effective ways to implement robust SAP release management practices (change management, BAU). Wearing a practitioner’s insight, Jay Kay explores the relevance of each failed implementation scenario and how to support your company or clients to succeed in a SAP implementation. There are many considerations when implementing SAP, but as you will learn, knowledge, insight, and effective tools to mitigate risks-all of which this book provides-can take you to a successful implementation project.