Technology Evaluation and Selection
Many business leaders need help to select the appropriate software tools to support their financial or operational reporting needs. Yes, Business and Technical requirements must be understood and prioritized. However, recognizing the nuances of requirements often drives software ease of use and where requirements must "bend" to fit the technology. Selecting software must address today's needs and provide a path as the business grows and scales.
- Align requirements with selection criteria and priorities
- Identify challenges and organizational barriers impacting a successful technology deployment
- Vendor fit/gap - industry, architecture, functionality, and community
- Total cost of ownership - people, capabilities, economics, and readiness -
- Implementation plan
Technology is an investment in both money and people - with the payoff in improved processes, better use of your business and IT talent, and greater confidence in the solution.