[97] in sapr3-soft
Re: SAP Implementation
daemon@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (sixmonkey@aol.com (by way of SAP M)
Sat Mar 8 03:27:56 1997
To: sapr3-soft@MIT.EDU
Date: 7 Mar 1997 08:14:26 -0500
From: sixmonkey@aol.com (by way of SAP Moderator <sixmonkey@aol.com>)
Larry Rubenstein <progintl@progestic.com> (by way of SAP Moderator
<sap-request@realtimeusa.com>) writes:
>We are a very large multinational organization with offices throughout
>the world. We will be implementing SAP R3 using IBM consultants. We are
>looking for general information on the experience of other organizations
>and are interested in very general estimates on implementation costs (if
>possible on a per module basis), implementation time frames, training
>requirements, problems/issues. We expect to have approx 600 concurrent
>users worldwide. Any information will help and will be appreciated.
Larry,
Every SAP implementation is different. From the simple things like what
modules are being put in and what level of re-engineering is taking place
to the detail level of how many interfaces are required and how many jobs
may be changed/lost by putting in SAP the time frames, training, problems,
etc. will vary.
In my experience, IBM has some very talented people working for them. I'd
recommend listening to them with regards to time frames and effort. But,
at the same time, only you (and your management) truly knows what your
organization needs and can afford. There are a few ways that you can keep
tabs on your project without incurring additional costs from your consultants:
1. SAP supports user groups. These exist for modules, industries and/or
releases. Ask your SAP representative about participation in user groups.
You will find a lot of support and help through the contacts you make here.
2. Feel free to ask specific questions on this group as well as on the SAP
Listserv mailing list. I've been doing SAP work for over 5 years and still
learn something new every time I check in here or on the Listserv. I've
also determined that the more specific you can be - the better the replies
you will receive.
3. Ask SAP for references and get in touch with them. Everyone who has
been through an SAP implementation is full of "horror" stories and "lessons
learned". I'm constantly surprised at how open the SAP market is in
providing support and/or information to new customers.
4. Check out periodicals and the web for information about SAP. Searches
will turn up consultants, articles, resources, books, etc. that can help
you in your quest for answers.
Rob Petersen
Kelly - Levey & Associates
606-282-8075
