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Microsoft Dynamics Sure Step 2010

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Microsoft Dynamics Sure Step 2010

Overview of this book

Delivering business solutions is more than just product play. Software is often viewed as the enabler; however, the key to success is how the solution is implemented and how the implementations are managed. With this as the background, Microsoft has developed Microsoft Dynamics Sure Step as the full lifecycle methodology for the Dynamics business solutions portfolio. Microsoft Dynamics Sure Step enables you to maximize your Dynamics investments and increase your efficiency to select, sell, deliver, operate and support your business solution.This book details the use of the Microsoft Dynamics Sure Step methodology to enable the full lifecycle of Microsoft Dynamics Sure Step business solutions engagements. Guidance is provided on the due diligence process for the customer that overlaps the solution selling cycle for the service provider, through to the solution implementation phases, encompassing on-going maintenance and upgrades.This book provides detailed coverage of how to use Microsoft Dynamics Sure Step to successfully deliver Dynamics solutions for your business.The book begins by focusing on the aspects of due diligence and solution selling– whether you are the customer or the service provider, you can learn how you work together to select the right solution to meet the organization’s needs.In the ensuing chapters, you will learn how Microsoft Dynamics Sure Step can help improve the overall quality of your Dynamics business solution, including coverage of proactive and post go-live optimization offerings and a thorough explanation of how to upgrade your Dynamics solutions to the latest release of the products.Finally, the book discusses the essence of Microsoft Dynamics Sure Step projects and how to successfully deliver these business solutions, including project and change management disciplines and processes.Additional key topics such as a guide to adopting Microsoft Dynamics Sure Step are also provided if you are looking to develop a consistent process in your organization.
Table of Contents (20 chapters)
Microsoft Dynamics Sure Step 2010
Credits
Foreword
About the Authors
Acknowledgement
Acknowledgement
About the Reviewers
www.PacktPub.com
Preface
Index

Chapter 10. Summary and Takeaways

Most (service providers) have well-trained and/or experienced project managers, use proven project management methodologies to guide the plan, and have the discipline and rigor to carry out the project plan. Those that are substantially late tend to be fraught with serious issues and with out-of-control changes in requirements and scope — all of which are issues that an ESP must have a plan for and be prepared to deal with. Savvy (service providers) will highlight the proven track record of their project management methodologies, as well as demonstrate their effectiveness.

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Congratulations! If you have been following through the previous chapters, you now have a good understanding of the principles and architecture of the Microsoft Dynamics Sure Step Methodology. You understand the importance of a full lifecycle methodology for business solutions engagements, and how Sure Step 2010 provides you the depth of coverage to help you achieve success...