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AUDIT OF SYSTEM USE
Expectations of systems change with time and with a company’s developing business requirements. If a company’s current systems are not meeting the needs of the business, we can review what is happening in order to identify how to achieve the desired results.
Having developed a good understanding of our client’s requirements we are then in a position to help them make any necessary changes.
Benefits of an Audit of System Use:
• Elimination of duplicate input
• Time-wasting processes are reduced
• More timely production of reports
• Targeted training for users
• Clarification of roles
• Agreement on ownership of data
• Rationalisation of processes between groups
• Reduced costs
DEVELOPING AN IT STRATEGY
An Information Technology (IT) Strategy allows management to take a phased, structured approach to planning their use of systems.
To develop such a strategy we examine the client’s current use of Information Technology and also their future aims in order to provide a picture of the company’s requirements based on real business needs.
By using this approach we are also able to suggest changes to a company’s ways of working which bring immediate efficiencies and savings while the longer-term strategy is being implemented.
Benefits of having an IT Strategy:
• Allows users to be in control of their own IT.
• Decisions about new software or hardware fit into an agreed structure.
• Eliminates random but apparently necessary purchases.
• Allows clearer budgeting and more straightforward decision-making
NEW SYSTEM SELECTION
Systems should be selected on the basis of a detailed analysis of present- and longer-term business needs.
We ensure potential suppliers are carefully matched with your company’s requirements to ensure that only appropriate systems are considered.
Management can be confident that the selection decision is based on the true needs of the company. At the negotiation stage Cameron Somerville works closely with the client to ensure that the best price is achieved and contracts are fairly worded.
Benefits of System Selection Assistance:
• Management are given a framework within which to judge the system proposed.
• Every appropriate member of staff is spoken to so that everyone’s needs are considered.
• An appropriate budget for the project is identified, allowing you to balance cost against value provided.
SYSTEM IMPLEMENTATION
Surveys have shown that around 20% of implementations fail completely, while around 50% are late, exceed budget, or do not deliver the anticipated features and functions. Our experience means we provide an approach geared to ensuring a successful implementation.
We create and agree a detailed implementation plan. This identifies both the resources required and also important milestones so that staff can understand their role in the implementation.
We closely monitor the progress of the project so that any deviations are handled before they become critical. We work with the staff of both client and system provider to ensure a smooth system handover.
Benefits of Implementation Assistance:
• Maximises the likelihood of success by giving in advance a clear view of the budget and resources required.
• The project is much more likely to be completed within budget and timescale.
• Management have peace of mind that all likely and many unlikely occurrences have been considered and thus can be handled if they arise.
• Staff training is more directly relevant and useful as roles and procedures have been clearly identified.
