Data Conversion

Data Conversion in an ERP Environment

by Joseph J. Strub ... First, let me start out by saying that data conversion is not an art form; it's a science. If approached in a reasonable manner, reasonable ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/Erp/2002/10/research_notes/TU_ER_XJS_10_21_02_1.asp - 18k - 2002-10-21 Summary: Converting data in any systems implementation is a high wire act. Converting data in an ERP environment should only be undertaken with a safety net, namely a well thought-out plan of execution. This article discusses the guidelines for converting data when considering manual or electronic alternatives.

Audit Considerations for Enterprise Software Implementations Part ...

by Joseph J. Strub ... Data Conversion. A major consideration in an enterprise software implementation is migrating existing data into the new software. ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/ExecutiveView/2003/10/research_notes/MI_EV_XJS_10_21_03_1.asp - 18k - 2003-10-21 Summary: Whether audit expertise is provided by an internal staff or an independent, outside agency, calling in an audit specialist is as normal as calling in a kicking specialist in a penalty or field goal situation in football. Particularly when you consider the majority of an enterprise software implementation

PeopleSoft, Lawson To Resell Integration Tools

by Steve McVey ... PeopleSoft will also resell the NEON product directly to customers for data conversion and ongoing data interfacing from PeopleSoft to other in-house ... http:/.../ResearchHighlights/BusinessApplications/2000/01/news_analysis/NA_BA_SRM_01_14_00_1.asp - 7k - 2000-01-14 Summary: Two ERP vendors recently signed agreements to resell integration software from Enterprise Applications Integration vendors.

Can Auditing and Project Management Co-Exist in an ERP Environment ...

by Joseph Strub ... Solution Integration. In the Solution Integration (SP) phase, data conversion, enhancements, and reports are designed, developed, and tested. ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/Erp/2003/09/research_notes/MI_ER_XJS_09_02_03_1.asp - 14k - 2003-09-02 Summary: It is hard to recall the last time an ERP implementation team included an auditor as an active member. This article explores key points in a project's lifecycle where the audit function should be involved and the deliverables to be expected.

Top 10 Reasons For Having A Project Kickoff - Part I

by Joseph J. Strub ... Technical Consultant, Vendor. Assists in development of technical architecture, data conversion approaches, and enhancement strategies. ... Data conversion. ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/Erp/2003/12/research_notes/MI_ER_XJS_12_31_03_1.asp - 22k - 2003-12-31 Summary: You are about to embark on an important project. Whether the project is software or hardware related, it is a good idea to hold a project kickoff meeting. Don't miss this excellent opportunity to get across important communications and establish the tone for the project. This article discusses the 10 obj

AppLogix Development Group

... application development, application development, application development CAMA, CAMA, CAMA data conversion, data conversion, data conversion field force ... http://directory.technologyevaluation.com/profile.aspx?vid=9621 - 4k

To Upgrade, or Not To Upgrade: That Is Not The Question—But How ...

by P.J. Jakovljevic and Joseph J. Strub ... operating system). Typically, a new release will require piloting and testing, user training, and data conversion. A service pack ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/ERP/2006/11/research_notes/MI_ER_PJ_11_21_06_1.asp - 27k - 2006-11-21 Summary: Companies can easily spend hundreds of thousands of dollars implementing an enterprise resource planning (ERP) package. After completing this rollercoaster ride, however, companies are typically faced with the question of whether to implement the latest, greatest version of the package.

Audit Considerations for Enterprise Software Implementations Part ...

by Joseph J. Strub ... Part II of this article discusses two specific areas, namely software piloting and data conversion, to demonstrate how controls and the audit emphasis can be ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/ExecutiveView/2003/10/research_notes/MI_EV_XJS_10_20_03_1.asp - 18k - 2003-10-20 Summary: Thanks, in part, to the fallout from the financial scandals of Enron, WorldCom, Tyco and others, the corporate spotlight is being refocused on the audit function. However, by waiting until systems are live and in production before applying an audit regimen, you may miss an excellent opportunity to establ

Fast-path Implementations - Are They Good or Bad?

by P.J. Jakovljevic & Olin Thompson ... The fast-path often does not include some items that most implementations require, for example data conversion or integration to existing systems. ... http:/.../ResearchHighlights/BusinessApplications/2002/07/research_notes/TU_BA_XOT_07_05_02_1.asp - 20k - 2002-07-05 Summary: Over the last few years the market has seen a plethora of fixed-scope and fixed-price applications, pre-packaged vertical solutions with industry templates, limited education and training, implementation tools, attractive support programs and hosting services with catchy names, all aimed at making it fas

Best of Breed Versus Fully Integrated Software: The Pro's and ...

by Joseph J. Strub ... After you have diligently completed your piloting, data conversion, and training, you want your implementation to go smoothly and be uneventful. ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/Erp/2003/08/research_notes/MI_ER_XJS_08_08_03_1.asp - 23k - 2003-08-08 Summary: After dealing with the over-hype of Y2K, companies have started to reconsider the best of breed as a viable solution to satisfy their software needs. This comes as a shock to the corporate systems culture when user communities were told that fully integrated software such as ERP, SCM, and EAM were the on