MIGRATIONS, INFRASTRUCTURE, AND IMPLEMENTATIONS!
From server migrations to network infrastructure upgrades to new software integrations, businesses face challenging IT projects on a regular basis.
These projects address barriers to business growth by enhancing productivity, streamlining operations, improving customer experience, and building a scalable and sustainable IT foundation. However, designing a technology project requires careful planning and execution to ensure its success. After more than 15 years in business, our team has invested in a dedicated project design desk and developed a workflow that guides every project we undertake with our clients:
Define the project objectives and scope: The first step for our project team is to clearly define project objectives and scope. This involves identifying the business problem that the project will address - and setting clear goals for what the project should achieve. The project's scope should also be defined, including the timeline, budget, and resources required.
Identify the stakeholders: The next step is to identify the stakeholders who will be impacted by the project. This includes internal stakeholders (from our clients) like employees and department leaders, as well as external stakeholders such as customers, vendors and suppliers. Understanding the needs and expectations of each stakeholder will help ensure that the project is designed to meet their requirements and won't have any negative downstream effects after implementation.
Develop the project plan: The project plan outlines the activities, tasks, and timelines required to complete the project successfully. The plan should include a project schedule, a budget, a risk management plan, and a communication plan. It is essential to involve all stakeholders in the project plan's development to ensure buy-in and support.
Choose the appropriate technology: The technology used in the project must be appropriate for the business needs and goals. This includes choosing the right software, hardware, and/or infrastructure. It is essential to evaluate different options and assess the benefits and drawbacks of each technology before making a final decision.
Implement the project: Once the project plan is in place, it is time to implement the project. This involves putting the plan into action and executing the activities and tasks outlined in the project plan. Our project design team closely monitors progress across the implementation timeline and adjusts as needed to ensure that it stays on track.
Evaluate the project: After the project is complete, we must collectively evaluate its success. This involves measuring the project's performance against its goals and objectives and assessing its impact on the business. The evaluation should also include a review of the project plan and the lessons learned to inform future technology project design.
We've invested a ton of resources into our project design team and tools to help our clients get better returns and results from any technology upgrades they can dream up. Managing these projects can be stressful; leveraging our team ensures that our clients can rest easy, knowing we'll stay in scope and budget.
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