Oracle - a White Paper Prepared by It Convergence

A White Paper prepared by IT Convergence

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Introduction .........................................................................................................................3

Project Manager Role........................................................................................................3

Client Project Manager....................................................................................................3

Consulting Project Manager ...........................................................................................3

Scope, Objectives and Approach..................................................................................4

Scope................................................................................................................................4

Assumptions.....................................................................................................................5

Approach ...........................................................................................................................5

Objectives.........................................................................................................................6

Project Team .......................................................................................................................6

Project Risks .......................................................................................................................7

AIM Methodology ...............................................................................................................9

Deliverables .......................................................................................................................10

Conclusion........................................................................................................................14

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Introduction

An Oracle Applications Implementation requires careful planning and execution of numerous tasks. An Oracle

Implementation typically represents a significant investment in any organization’s Information Technology (IT)

budget. Implementations demand the commitment of a great deal of people and resources, all of which are

crucial factors in the project’s success. However, the Consulting Project Manager (CPM) has a key role in the

project because he or she is responsible for coordinating the schedules and tasks of the entire team. Considering

that the team is usually composed of people with different backgrounds and from different companies, this

role’s level of difficulty should not be underestimated. Consequently, the Consulting Project Manager role

cannot be assigned to someone who does not have the appropriate skills and knowledge required to effectively

manage the project.

The objective of this white paper is to provide Project Managers with some guidance, and to offer an outline of

considerations to be given before starting any project. Each project has its own characteristics, so certain points

may not apply for some projects. However, the topics addressed in this white paper apply to a wide range of

projects overallѕfrom small to big companies, and from service to manufacturing companies. Any person who

may be assigned as a CPM in an Oracle Applications Implementation should evaluate the topics included in this

white paper.

The primary audience for this white paper is IT Convergence Project Managers. This document is also a

valuable tool for companies in the initial phase of an Oracle project to help prepare for a knowledgeable and

successful implementation.

Project Manager Role

Client