SAP Project Management Pitfalls

Master the SAPproduct ecosystem, the client environment, and the feasibility of implementingcritical business process with the required technical and functionalconfiguration. SAP Project Management Pitfalls is the first book toprovide you with real examples of the pitfalls that you can avoid, providingyou with a road-map to a successful implementation.Jay Kay, a SAP ProgramManager for Capgemini, first takes a deep dive into common pitfalls inimplementing SAP ERP projects in a complex IT landscape. You will learn aboutthe potential causes of failures, study a selection of relevant projectimplementation case studies in the area, and see a range of possiblecountermeasures. Jay Kay also provides background on each - the significance ofeach implementation area, its relevance to a service company that implementsSAP projects, and the current state of research.Key highlights of thebook:Tools andtechniques for project planning and templates for allocating resourcesIndustrystandards and innovations in SAP implementation projects in the form ofstandard solutions aimed at successful implementationManaging SAPsystem ECC upgrades, EHP updates and project patchesLearn effectiveways to implement robust SAP release management practices (changemanagement, BAU)Wearing apractitioner¿s insight, Jay Kay explores the relevance of each failedimplementation scenario and how to support your company or clients to succeedin a SAP implementation. There are many considerations when implementing SAPbut as you will learn, knowledge, insight, and effective tools to mitigaterisks can take you to a successful implementation project.

Tools, Methods & Accelerators for a successful Implementation

Chapter 1: Introduction to SAP Enterprise Software.