Tag: SME
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How to be an effective SME during implementation
You are about to join an HCM Implementation team at your organization. This could be a very new role for you. It was for me. I asked myself, “How can I ensure I will be a successful HCM implementation team project member?” This blog will describe how I transitioned from an HR Practitioner to a successful Subject Matter Expert (SME) and HCM Implementation Team Member
Tags: HCM implementation , HCM Implementation Team Member , HCM systems , HCM Technology , HRchitect , HRIS , HRIS & Payroll system implementations , payroll system , SME , Subject Matter Expert -
Should you choose the vendor or a consulting firm for your HCM implementation?
Written by Marcy Noyce There’s a level of uncertainty and angst that comes with undertaking a system implementation, regardless of the type of HR technology system being implemented. There’s typically a sense of excitement about the new system and the functionality it will provide, but also a level of fear. You are excited about Read Article »
Tags: consulting , HCM , hcm software , HCM Technology , HCM Technology consultants , implemenation , ROI , SME , vendor , white golve -
You can pay me now, or you can pay me later
Written by Reggie Wilson There are likely several of you out there that remember the old Fram oil filter commercial from the 1970s where the auto mechanic uttered the phrase, “You can pay me now, or you can pay me later”. The mechanic was implying that the customer could make a small investment in Read Article »
Tags: HCM , HCM platform , hcm system implementation , Implementation , Ongoing Support , ongoing support plan , Optimization , SME , subject matter expertise , support plan -
Go Live Phase – It’s Time to Go Live!
Written by Erica Niesse This is the last installment in a 5 part series that will take you through everything you need to know when you’re implementing a workforce management system. You’ve been through discovery, requirements gathering, configuration, and testing. Now, it is finally time to make the software you have Read Article »
Tags: cloud-based workforce management solutions , configuration , go live , Implementation Partner , requirements gathering , SME , support , Testing , Time & Attendance system , timesheets , UAT , workforce management , Workforce Management System -
Taking Inventory – Don’t Miss Out on Functionality You’re Already Paying For
Written by Reggie Wilson One of the more perplexing challenges that I have encountered with HR decision makers has been a lack of awareness as it concerns the architecture of their current HCM systems. Believe it or not, this is a regular occurrence in the age of subscription-based cloud HCM systems. So how Read Article »
Tags: assessment and/or optimization , change managment , HCM efficiency , HCM systems , HCM Technology , inventory , roadmap , ROI , SME , Strategy -
HCM Technology Terminology: People & Project Management
Written by Samantha Colby What are some of the key terms you need to know regarding the people involved in an HCM technology project (i.e. evaluation & selection, implementation, optimization etc.)? What do you know about project management? We’ve got you covered. Here’s what you need to know. Project – A set of tasks Read Article »
Tags: HCM technology project , people and project management , Power User , project , Project change order , Project Management , scope , Service Level Agreements , SME , Subject Matter Expert , User -
Testing phase- The Client’s role in an Implementation
Written by Erica Niesse The most important phase to an implementation has finally arrived – testing. It is time to test the solution that you have invested a lot of time in over the past few months, and it is an exciting time! If you have followed all of the previous implementation steps adequately then Read Article »
Tags: discovery phase , HCM implementation , HCM strategic consultin , Implementation Project Manager , Requirements phase , SME , Testing -
That Dirty Four Letter Word – DATA!
Written by: Erik Frokjer So you’ve purchased that new HRIS system. Then the questions is, “What can you do to help your internal and vendor implementation teams be efficient and successful”? Let’s take a look at data and the impacts a four letter word can have on your system(s). Such a small word and what Read Article »
Tags: Benefits processes , consulting firm , data , Erik Frokjer , HCM , HR processes , HRchitect , HRIS , Implementation , Payroll processes , reporting , security , SME , Subject Matter Experts , Time and Attendance , workflow