Effective project management is essential for a successful ERP implementation. Insufficient project oversight is often a major factor in failed projects. Having a competent and dedicated project manager is crucial for any ERP deployment.
The Project Manager is in charge of overseeing both resources and the overall project plan. They report directly to the executive steering committee, while the project team—comprising both vendor and client members—reports to the Project Manager. It is the responsibility of team members to complete their assigned tasks in alignment with the established plan.
Key qualifications for the Project Manager include:
- Prior experience in managing projects
- Gaining the respect of the organization
- Proven leadership capabilities
- Strong in demanding satisfactory performance from both client and vendor teams
- A comprehensive understanding of all relevant processes
FAIC Group Consultants often supplement client resources with the execution of PMO duties.
- Project Manager. An FAIC Group Consultant can take on the role of Project Manager, overseeing both your internal team and ERP vendors to guarantee the project stays on schedule and within budget. The FAIC Group Consultant will be fully dedicated to the project and on-site throughout the duration. This service is commonly requested by clients who do not have the internal resources or personnel available to manage the project effectively.
- Project Manager Assistant. An FAIC Group Consultant or Partner can serve as a Project Manager Assistant. In this role, the Consultant provides support to the Client Project Manager with various management responsibilities. The Consultant’s on-site commitment typically ranges from one to three days a week, depending on the availability of the Client Manager. FAIC Group clients often request this service when an internal manager is unable to dedicate full attention to the project and requires an experienced assistant to help manage the workload.
- Business Team Leader. At FAIC Group, we offer an experienced Consultant to take on the role of Business Team Leader. Each ERP initiative requires leadership across several functional teams. For example, a Financial Team Leader is responsible for guiding the client staff through the entire implementation journey. The FAIC Group Consultant typically works on-site three to four days a week. This service is in demand when a client lacks an individual with the capacity or expertise to lead a functional team.
- Steering Committee Advisor. An FAIC Group Consultant or Partner can provide advisory support to the project steering committee and team throughout the implementation. This consultant or partner will be on-site two to four days per month. Clients often seek this service when they have a qualified project manager but want to integrate FAIC Group’s wealth of experience and knowledge into the project.
