The AdviSory  NeTwork

Objective:

• As part of implementing a TOM, cut cost and integrate this client by standardizing ways of working across lines of business and support functions, rescue and implement the International Template in 3 regions (Europe (Holland/Germany/Belgium), Japan, Australia/New Zealand - 700 users+), involving:

  • Upgrade to ERP Oracle JDE 9.4 (Finance (AP, AR, COA, R2R)), Advanced Warehousing, Manufacturing)

  • Remediate, update, replace or decommission up to 35 non ERP applications per region (these include custom software and vendor applications (Order Pool, Pepperi, Pyramid, 3PL) with multiple support models)

  • Consolidate all infrastructure in the UK (150 servers & VDI set up, AD and Windows 10 upgrade

  • Convert to US chart of accounts

  • Create a Finance Shared Service Centre

  • Manage transition to a managed service TOM with Infosys

 

Achievements:

• Turned the project around in 4 weeks with an achievable workplan, clear R&Rs, governance, risk management

• With minimum budget (£9M), time and resources constraints, led the program through Design, Build, Test and Cutover Phases, managing third party suppliers (Infosys for Oracle) and delivered go-live on time.

• Managed expectations of the UK, regional, head office stakeholders working closely with International IT Director and ISSC Director.

 

How:

• Developed high involvement of the business process leads and complete business readiness to ensure success

• Organised resources and activities throughout the Phases to be running in parallel (250 people involved across regions)

• Respected go-live dates without increasing resources or budget despite delayed IT deliveries

• Focused go-live on delivering minimal IT requirements to support critical business processes (Take Order, Pick, Ship, Invoice)