How to avoid disaster when implementing your HCM solution avanti.ca
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Secure execu ve support for the implementa on. The execu ve's support and vocaliza on
of the project is the key to ge ng buy-in and coopera on organiza on wide.
• Clearly define what the budget is and establish a focused plan to ensure cost
containment
• Plan for the future in your implementa on, make sure your setup is scalable and can be
easily configured to meet new business requirements as they
arise
Engage a diverse implementa on team, including all stakeholders,
so you get views from all areas of the business affected. IT, Finance,
HR, Payroll, employees and managers should all be included in the
implementa on planning to ensure success.
Clearly define what is in-scope and out-of-scope for the project.
Scope creep will lengthen the implementa on me and has the
ability to bring it to a screeching halt.
Know your business requirements and understand what each
business unit needs from the solu on. Make sure you have a plan for change management,
iden fy champions and provide clear communica ons to everyone affected by the new
solu on.
Be strategic and set measurable objec ves that will showcase why the new solu on is
integral to your organiza on.
For example: the new HCM solu on will reduce me entry in the field by 25% and get
reports into the hands of our execu ve team 2 days earlier.
Plan for sufficient training and ensure everyone involved in the new solu on is provided
with the right training to make the most of its capabili es.
Be strategic and set
measurable objectives
that will showcase
why the new solution
is integral to your
organization.
PREPARING FOR SUCCESS
