280 ◾ Appendix D (Chapter 6)
Hardware
Is computer conversion time available? [ ]
Is data entry conversion time available? [ ]
Is new system run time available? [ ]
Is new system data entry time available? [ ]
Cuto
Are you preparing transactions in the new format? [ ]
Are you cleaning old data out of the “pipeline?” [ ]
If you have answered “No” to any of the above questions, you are not ready for cutover. Before
making a decision to proceed in spite of one or more negative responses, you should evaluate the
potential impact on the success of the cutover and daily system operation.
D.5 Start-Up Final Checklist
1. Test/training pilot completed and objectives met? Yes___No___
2. Conference room pilot completed and objectives met? Ye