Deploying Enterprise Systems

Chapter 6Build and Test Enterprise System

DOI: 10.4324/9781003381617-6

Challenges Deploying Enterprise System

• Selecting an ES product that requires more than 10% customization
• Using current standard SDLC method and not Project Cycle process for ES projects
• Assigning project manager who lacks needed skills and experience
• Not using a buffer for costs and schedule over budget

This chapter describes the steps to build and test a new ES application. Building an ES application for an enterprise starts by configuring most of the programs the vendor delivers as Out- of- the-Box (OOTB) functions and features. If you have chosen an ES product that meets most of your requirements, then there is much less of a need to customize or add other software. ...