11-12 week

CHAPTER OBJECTIVES

Review the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

1.Examine the problems and alternatives with SDLC

2. Know the key issues in ERP implementation strategy

3. Understand ERP Implementation Life Cycle

4.  Examine the rapid implementation methodologies

5. Compare and contrast SDLC and ERP Life Cycles

6. Examine the role of people like top management, consultants, and subject matter experts (SMEs) in ERP Life Cycle

7. Understand the importance of the project management office and the project organization to a successful ERP implementation.

8. Know the components of a project organization and the roles and responsibilities of each.