SAP Project Management Pitfalls

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.