The document outlines SAP project management strategies, covering the role of the project manager and three implementation methodologies: step-by-step, roll-out, and big bang. Each methodology has distinct advantages and disadvantages, such as increased complexity in the big bang approach versus the gradual integration of the step-by-step method. Contact information for further inquiries is also provided.

1. SAP Project ManagementSAP Implementation and Strategies

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Role of project manager
SAP Implementation Methodologies and Strategies
- Step by step
- Roll-out
- Big Bang

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Role of project
manager
Project Manager has to 
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Lead the project as a friendly leader
and also a process manager.
Manage and communicate a clear
vision of the project.
Motivate the project Team to achieve goal.
Need to be experienced negotiator and
a nice leader.
Track the project activities continously.

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SAP Implementation Methodologies and Strategies -Step by step
A step-by-step implementation is nothing but:
 Implementation of the software in small steps, and
 Generally concentrates on the implementation of a few related modules at one time.
(e.g. Materials Management, Sales and Distribution, Logistics Execution) and build
interfaces between R/3 and the legacy systems.
Advantages:
 Normally not complex.
 Easy for coordinating, controlling, and organizing the project.
 A team of internal consultants can be established over time, reducing the cost of the project.
 Costs are spread over a longer period of time.
 Less organizational changes can be considered during the implementation.
Disadvantages :
 Interfaces must be developed to maintain existing systems.
 Integration advantages of the project can only be used step by step.
 Return on investment is generally delayed.

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SAP Implementation Methodologies and Strategies -Roll-Out
Roll-out refers to business specific extensions of an implementation after a model is created at
one site which is then used to implement to the other sites or business units.
For example, a company operating in USA and Europe might choose to create a
model for most of its.
Advantages:
There is valuable experience gained by project members.
 Expertise is available for a fast implementation.
 Costs are kept low because only limited resources are needed.
 Standard business processes can be achieved by using a model implementation .
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Disadvantages:
Site-specific requirements can be overlooked.
 New legal requirements such as the recent Euro migration.
 A current re-engineering effort within the company.
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SAP Implementation Methodologies and Strategies-Big Bang
A big bang deployment of R/3 replaces all or most critical existing systems in a single operation
with the new software.
Advantages:
 Few or even no interfaces between legacy systems and the new application are needed
because all modules go live at the same time.
 The project members’ motivation is high.
 It is highly efficient, because redundant customizing is avoided.
 There is optimal integration of all components under consideration.
Disadvantages:
 The implementation is complex due to the increased need for coordination and integration.
 It is resource intensive over a short period of time.
 All employees are subject to higher stress levels at the same time.
 A high degree of consulting support is required.

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