Check out the main steps involved in implementing Oracle's JD Edwards ERP in companies.

Oracle's JD Edwards ERP is one of the most complete business management systems on the market, as it offers integration, multiple application modules, and customization capabilities to meet various needs. But to take advantage of all the system's functionality and guarantee satisfactory results, the JD Edwards implementation must be planned in detail.

After all, the implementation of a business management system is a long, very complex process that involves several professionals.

When done correctly, ERP implementation provides many improvements in the organization, from greater data reliability and real-time updating to eliminating rework and optimizing decision making.

That said, here are the main steps to implement JD Edwards, Oracle's business solution:

• Planning

  Planning is the first step in implementing an ERP. At this stage, there are still no changes in the company's routine, since it is time to collect information and develop the Project Plan.

  In planning, it is important to determine what the project objectives will be and what testing methodology will be used, define the macro scope of the project, define the necessary infrastructure (rooms, machines, etc), identify the main stakeholders, identify the key users of each process, define the macro plan (schedule) of the project, in order to determine the start and end dates of the understanding and survey phases of current (As Is) and future (To be) processes, construction period (system configuration, unit tests to be carried out by the consultancy), number of integrated test cycles and duration of each cycle, period of approval of key users, training period, golive dates, hyper care period, define the communication plan, define responsibility, define the change request process, among other aspects that will govern the entire project life cycle.

• Execution

  Upon execution, the Project Plan is put into practice, covering processes such as software installation, configuration, training and system testing.

  Tests are essential at this stage, as it is based on the results that the system is approved — functionality and usability by users.

  In the first testing phase, assessments are performed individually and customizations and configurations are tested one by one.

  In the second phase, integrated testing, the entire process flow is tested, overcoming the barriers between the different areas of the business.

  The final result must be evaluated by a 'Go no Go' committee, formed by the main stakeholders and project managers. The test results must be evaluated from a quantitative point of view (percentage of tests performed successfully) and from a qualitative point of view (it must be verified if there are any errors or problems identified that prevent the system from going live).

• Production

  Finally, we have the entry into production. This step takes place after the approval of the system and consists of using the ERP in the company's day-to-day activities.

  In the entry into production phase, it is essential to ensure adequate support for the use of ERP, so that it continues to be relevant to the company.

  In this way, support must resolve doubts regarding the use of the system, in addition to helping users identify any needs for parameterization corrections (always based on the agreed scope) in the face of changes in internal processes and implement improvements in the scope initial implementation.

It is important to emphasize that the ideal is for the company to keep the implemented version always up to date, using tools that help in the analysis of altered and production functionalities, and that point out which points have been modified and need to be redefined.

Just as implementation requires the creation of a Project Plan, migration and upgrades must also be properly planned, including the development of a testing methodology.

By following all the steps necessary for the implementation of JD Edwards ERP, you can ensure the continued success of this system that is so essential for today's business.

Go On Associated: ERP Specialist JD Edwards

To ensure the safe implementation of your management system, it is necessary to rely on the help of a recognized partner in the market and with extensive expertise in the field.

Go On Associated is an Oracle partner and develops solutions to support business management through ERP JD Edwards.

Go On's team of professionals is specialized in Oracle solutions, and performs the complete implementation of the JD Edwards system, covering the planning, design, execution, transition and stabilization phases.

In addition, Go On also performs developments and customizations, migrations, project management, JD Edwards support (CSC) and much more!

Count on a company specializing in JD Edwards to implement the ERP in your business and start enjoying all the benefits of Oracle's business management system.

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