How McKinsey’s 7S Model Can Enable Successful Digital Transformations
The McKinsey 7S Model is an academic framework widely taught in business and MBA programs around the world. However, its significance extends beyond the academic realm, playing a vital role in facilitating successful digital transformations. This discussion aims to explore the application of the McKinsey 7S Model in the context of digital transformation.
Top Tech Trends | Digitale Transformationen und ERP-Implementierungen im Jahr 2024
In erster Linie müssen wir die aktuellen Technologietrends auf dem Markt berücksichtigen, wenn wir unsere Kunden bei der Formulierung ihrer digitalen Strategien und Roadmaps beraten. Da sich die Welt schnell verändert, ist es wichtig, diese Veränderungen zu verstehen. Ziel ist die Entwicklung einer digitalen Strategie und Roadmap, die den Bedürfnissen des Unternehmens gerecht wird. In dieser Diskussion erörtern wir die fünf wichtigsten Trends, die unser Team beobachtet hat und die für Unternehmen relevant sind, die sich 2024 und danach digital transformieren.
The Unseen Risk of Project Stakeholder Turnover in Digital Transformation
In the fast-paced world of digital evolution, successful transformation goes beyond the mere adoption of new technology. It’s about people – the stakeholders driving the change. As businesses pivot to innovative digital strategies, they’re discovering that alignment among these stakeholders is paramount, not just a complementary aspect. However, a frequently overlooked risk looms large: stakeholder turnover. This can shake the very foundation of projects, jeopardizing the established rhythm and vision. From understanding the different stakeholders to recognizing the importance of alignment and its potential disruptors, our deep dive unveils the intricacies of managing this delicate balance in the complex dance of digital transformation. Discover why, in project management, alignment isn’t just harmony—it’s the music itself.
2024 Digital Transformation Report
Our Ultimate Guide to Navigating the Digital Landscape of 2024
What’s Inside?
🔍 In-depth analysis of the top 10 ERP systems dominating the digital world.
💡 Expert insights on the key trends shaping the future of digital transformation.
📊 Comprehensive data on implementation success and failure rates of leading vendors.
💼 Tailored recommendations to enhance the success of your digital transformation journey.
How Corporate Greed Undermines Digital Transformations, ERP Implementations, and Customers
In our experience assisting clients with their digital transformations over the years, we have observed a prevalent bias and undue pressure exerted on customers of enterprise technology providers. These substantial enterprise technology entities operate under what can be described as a cartel. This group, closely interconnected, aims to convey meticulously crafted messages that are inherently biased, primarily designed to promote software sales. Today, I intend to discuss the nature of this enterprise technology software cartel, the essential knowledge required, and the strategies necessary to navigate and counteract these challenges.
The 5 Most Important Steps to An Organizational Change Management Strategy and Plan
One of our primary service offerings is change management. We assist clients undergoing digital and business transformations by supporting their change management initiatives. Our goal is to ensure these change initiatives are managed effectively and achieve success. We have observed that many organizations, as well as individuals, often find the concept of change management daunting. The plethora of tactics available and the various training courses can lead to confusion. To address this, I aim to simplify change management by presenting five essential steps. These steps are crucial in ensuring the success of your change initiatives.
What is System Testing and How Does It Work? [Technical, Integration and User Acceptance Testing]
System testing stands out as a pivotal component of any project. This phase marks the juncture where one determines the software’s functionality, not just technically, but also in terms of business processes and organizational human perspectives. Today, I aim to elucidate the various facets of system testing, emphasizing its importance and providing guidance on its effective implementation within a digital transformation strategy and plan.
What Can Amazon Can Teach Us About Successful Digital Transformations?
When guiding clients through digital transformations, we consistently refer to case studies and examples illustrating how successful organizations have utilized technology to grow and automate their operations. Among these examples, Amazon stands out as a remarkable success story. Their utilization of technology and commitment to digital transformation have been unparalleled, contributing to their status as one of the fastest-growing companies in history.
Roles and Responsibilities of Project Managers in Digital Transformations and ERP Implementations
One of the significant functions that we serve as consultants is fulfilling the project manager role. Frequently, we offer project management capabilities to our clients. Simultaneously, the client typically has their own project managers. The collaboration between our companies greatly enhances the effectiveness of the project management function. However, many organizations and individuals new to the field of project management are curious about the specific responsibilities of a project manager. This topic becomes particularly relevant when clients are seeking a project manager for their digital transformation, or when individuals express interest in entering the project management field. It is this precise role and responsibility of a project manager that we aim to elucidate in this discussion.
Basic Functions of Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, and Warehouse Management
Many of the clients we collaborate with are overhauling or transforming their supply chains as an integral part of their business and digital transformation efforts. However, numerous organizations and project teams lack a comprehensive understanding of what a supply chain truly is and its major components. In this discussion, I will address the five major components of a supply chain and their relevance in the broader field of supply chain management.
Are ERP Systems a Good Fit for Small and Mid-Size Businesses?
When working with our small and mid-market clients, one of the most pressing questions we encounter is: “Are we too small for a large ERP system?” They wonder if such a system will be overly intricate for their operations, if the costs will be prohibitive, if the risks will be excessive, and if the system will deliver the anticipated business value. These concerns are recurrent among our small and mid-market clientele. Today, I aim to provide insights and considerations to assist in determining whether an organization is appropriately sized for an ERP system. For further details on leading ERP systems in the market and their comparative analyses.
Warum werden SAP S/4HANA Implementierungen häufig abgebrochen? [SAP-ERP-Fehlschlag-Epidemie]
Viele unserer Kunden haben sich für eine S/4HANA-Implementierung entschieden und einige haben S/4HANA bereits erfolgreich im Einsatz. Zudem ist unsere Expertise nicht darauf beschränkt. Viele dieser Kunden, werden von uns bei der digitalen Transformation unterstützt und begleitet. Ein immer wiederkehrender Trend, den wir vor allem bei der Implementierung von S/4HANA beobachten, ist, dass immer mehr Unternehmen mit Schwierigkeiten zu kämpfen haben. Bei einigen kommt es sogar zum Scheitern, zu Verzögerungen oder sogar zum Abbruch der Implementierung. S/4HANA-Implementierungen sind die problematischsten, wenn wir unseren Kundenstamm und die Bandbreite der Technologien, bei deren Einführung wir helfen, auswerten. Im Vergleich zu Oracle, Microsoft D365, NetSuite, Workday, Epicor und anderen Technologien sind bei S/4HANA die meisten Probleme bei unseren Kunden aufgetreten. Mehr S/4HANA-Implementierungen als bei jeder anderen Technologie wurden abgebrochen.