Details on the GeoQuest Alignment Services

According to Bill Nash, President of Holland & Davis, "A recent study of U.S. and U.K. IT managers by U.K.-based Cambridge Information Network reveals that only 40% of senior IT managers believe they have successfully introduced new software systems across their organizations. Startling failure statistics like this are red flags for leaders of any business implementing new technology. There are many causes behind "challenged" projects, ranging from incomplete or changing requirements to unrealistic expectations and lack of user involvement. Using organizational alignment tools alongside the technology tools, combined with a disciplined project management approach, dramatically increases the likelihood of success."

Nash adds, "We explain to clients that typically there are four phases in a technology insertion, and that the critical 'organizational realignment' element runs in parallel with the technology elements:

• Phase 1: Selection of the Technology
  
• Phase 2: Installation of the Technology
  
• Phase 3: Technical Implementation
  
• Phase 4: User/Organizational Preparation—actions in parallel with Phases 1-3 to get the organization ready to use the technology to its fullest capacity."

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