IT projects include the procurement of new hardware and/or software, the introduction and parameterization of application systems, the outsourcing of services and the adaptation of system processes to business processes. They have a high risk potential in common: Most projects exceed the scheduled time or the available budget, while at the same time often only part of the intended scope of services is realized. In this context, we offer different support services to safeguard the project success.
Project support
Our Services
- Support in the establishment of a project manual (inclusive of the project plan, risks, project organization, management processes, quality assurance) that is suited as a planning checklist for project managers, documentation of methods and processes, introduction for new project staff, reference for the project team
- Planning consulting
- Examination of the requirements document, the functional specification and detailed concepts
- Controlling (not only related to costs and deadlines, but also to functionality and quality), examination of the content-related progress
- Risk evaluation
- Management consulting / Cooperation in the steering committee)
Status determination
Our Services
- Determination of the target and actual state
- Assignment of services to contractual agreements and ordinary/customary use
- Clarification of the facts
- Creation of a basis for disputes, settlements and reorganizations
- Determination of responsibilities
- Preparation of expert reports
Acceptance
Our Services
- Acceptance planning and execution
- Identification of deviations between ordered and delivered services
- Error delimitation and classification
- Documentation of acceptance
Reorganization
Our Services
- Determination of the causes
- Clarification of tasks and responsibilities
- Development of a reorganization strategy
- Elimination of difficulties
- Recommendations for practice and procedure
Moderation
Our Services
- Neutral evaluation of IT facts
- Evaluation of deviations
- Suggestions for solutions from the point of view of an independent third party
- Project management support
Contract design (from a technical point of view)
Our services
- Review, completion, and commentary on documentation (functional specifications, requirements specifications)
- Introduction of measurable objectives
- Review and enhancement of the proposed project management approach (e.g., milestones, contributions, acceptance procedures)
- Participation in contract negotiations
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