S2T Consulting - Implementation Guide

Project Planning for Project Managers

As a Project Manager, you need clear timelines, defined deliverables, and manageable risks. Here's what to expect when implementing S2T solutions.

Implementation Timeline

Typical Project Phases

PhaseDurationKey Activities
Discovery1-2 weeksRequirements, process mapping
Configuration2-3 weeksWorkflow setup, integration
Testing1-2 weeksUAT, pilot with select users
Deployment1 weekRollout, training, go-live
Hypercare2 weeksSupport, optimization

Total Duration

  • Simple deployment: 4-6 weeks
  • Standard deployment: 6-10 weeks
  • Complex/Enterprise: 10-16 weeks

Project Team

Your Side (Client)

  • Executive Sponsor: Decision authority, removes blockers
  • Project Manager: You - coordination, communication
  • Process Owner: Subject matter expert
  • IT Contact: Technical requirements, access
  • End Users: Testing, feedback

S2T Side

  • Implementation Lead: Your main point of contact
  • Solution Architect: Technical design
  • Training Specialist: User enablement
  • Support Team: Post-go-live assistance

Deliverables

What You'll Receive

  1. Project Plan: Detailed timeline with milestones
  2. Requirements Document: Signed off before build
  3. Test Plan: UAT scenarios and scripts
  4. Training Materials: User guides, videos
  5. Go-Live Checklist: Deployment readiness
  6. Hypercare Plan: Post-launch support

Risk Management

Common Risks & Mitigations

RiskMitigation
Scope creepClear requirements sign-off
User adoptionChange management plan
Integration delaysEarly technical validation
Resource availabilityCommitted schedule upfront

Success Criteria

How We Measure Success

  • On-time delivery: Milestones met per plan
  • User adoption: Target usage rates achieved
  • Process improvement: Measurable efficiency gains
  • User satisfaction: Positive feedback from team

Communication Plan

  • Weekly status: Progress, risks, decisions needed
  • Steering committee: Bi-weekly executive updates
  • Issue escalation: Defined path and SLAs
  • Documentation: Shared project repository

Identifying Project Transformation Opportunities

When reviewing project portfolios, PMO reports, or implementation plans, look for these signals that indicate S2T projects succeed:

Project Signals → S2T Fit

If Documents Mention...S2T Project Advantage...
"Process automation initiative"4-10 week implementation vs 6+ months
"Quick wins needed" or "pilot project"Measurable results in weeks, not months
"Limited IT resources"Minimal IT involvement required
"Change management challenges"Voice-guided UX drives adoption
"ROI tracking requirements"Built-in ROI dashboard for stakeholders
"Integration complexity"Pre-built connectors, documented APIs
"User adoption goals"Intuitive interface, minimal training
"Phased rollout" or "agile delivery"Modular approach, workflow by workflow

Project Questions to Explore

  • What business processes are candidates for the automation project?
  • How will success be measured and reported to stakeholders?
  • What IT resources are available for integration work?
  • Which departments should be included in the pilot?

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