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SAP Project Management Pitfalls

How to Avoid the Most Common Pitfalls of an SAP Solution

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  • Tools, Methods & Accelerators for a successful Implementation
  • Real time case studies of failed implementation projects
  • Tips on effective planning, scheduling and budget controls
  • Managing Production Environment, Change Management and SAP Releases
  • Enhancing your SAP Consulting Skills

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Table of contents (24 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xxii
  2. Introduction to SAP Enterprise Software

    • Jayaraman Kalaimani
    Pages 1-23
  3. Implementing SAP with ASAP 8 Agile Methodology

    • Jayaraman Kalaimani
    Pages 25-45
  4. Key SAP Implementation Challenges

    • Jayaraman Kalaimani
    Pages 65-77
  5. Approach to SAP Testing and QM Best Practices

    • Jayaraman Kalaimani
    Pages 79-91
  6. Approach to Cut Over and Go Live Best Practices

    • Jayaraman Kalaimani
    Pages 93-105
  7. Release Management in SAP Using a Structured Approach

    • Jayaraman Kalaimani
    Pages 115-135
  8. Effectively Managing SAP Upgrades

    • Jayaraman Kalaimani
    Pages 137-143
  9. Managing Projects Using SAP Solution Manager

    • Jayaraman Kalaimani
    Pages 145-157
  10. Leveraging SAP Enterprise Portal

    • Jayaraman Kalaimani
    Pages 159-164
  11. Industrialized Software Implementation

    • Jayaraman Kalaimani
    Pages 165-174
  12. Accelerate SAP Implementation Using RDS

    • Jayaraman Kalaimani
    Pages 175-180
  13. Transforming to SAP Enterprise Cloud

    • Jayaraman Kalaimani
    Pages 181-194
  14. SAP HCM Implementation Roadmap

    • Jayaraman Kalaimani
    Pages 195-206
  15. SAP TM: Deliver Fulfillment Across Global Logistics

    • Jayaraman Kalaimani
    Pages 207-223
  16. Implementing SAP CRM 7

    • Jayaraman Kalaimani
    Pages 225-234
  17. SAP Governance, Risk, and Compliance

    • Jayaraman Kalaimani
    Pages 235-246
  18. Introduction to SAP Enterprise Mobility

    • Jayaraman Kalaimani
    Pages 247-260

About this book

Master the SAP product ecosystem, the client environment, and the feasibility of implementing critical business process with the required technical and functional configuration. SAP Project Management Pitfalls is the first book to provide you with real examples of the pitfalls that you can avoid, providing you with a road-map to a successful implementation.

Jay Kay, a SAP Program Manager for Capgemini, first takes a deep dive into common pitfalls in implementing SAP ERP projects in a complex IT landscape. You will learn about the potential causes of failures, study a selection of relevant project implementation case studies in the area, and see a range of possible countermeasures. Jay Kay also provides background on each - the significance of each implementation area, its relevance to a service company that implements SAP projects, and the current state of research.

Key highlights of the book:

  • Tools and techniques for project planning and templates for allocating resources
  • Industry standards and innovations in SAP implementation projects in the form of standard solutions aimed at successful implementation
  • Managing SAP system ECC upgrades, EHP updates and project patches
  • Learn effective ways to implement robust SAP release management practices (change management, BAU)

Wearing a practitioner’s insight, Jay Kay explores the relevance of each failed implementation scenario and how to support your company or clients to succeed in a SAP implementation. There are many considerations when implementing SAP, but as you will learn, knowledge, insight, and effective tools to mitigate risks can take you to a successful implementation project.

About the author

Jay Kay is an SAP professional with over 20+ years of experience in the Industry. He has worked with various clients in the US, EUR & APJ with successful ERP Implementations, Upgrade and Rollout projects. He is a trainer at SAP Academy in India and a frequent blogger helping clients to achieve the project management goals.  

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eBook USD 39.99
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  • Read on any device
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  • Own it forever
Softcover Book USD 54.99
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Compact, lightweight edition
  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
  • Free shipping worldwide - see info

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