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Independent System Services
I-Business Network does not represent any software products.
Selecting a new business management system can directly impact the future growth, bottom line and ultimate success of your business. As your independent advisor we only have your interests in mind.
System Optimization / Evaluation
Do you really need new software, or do you need to improve the utilization of your existing systems? A system evaluation will help you identify opportunities to optimize current software or point out the advantages of a new business management system.
Sample Engagement
For a small to medium sized business, a typical project would include
- Initial onsite visit (2-3 days) to meet team, identify key core and sub-processes.
- Review of critical business processes.
- Create high level vision of future processes.
- Identify key business capabilities.
Project deliverables include access to live Teams site with all content :
- As-Is report of findings.
- Current process enhancement opportunities.
- Capability Requirements / Evaluation Grid
- Future vision documentation.
Cost Basis
Fixed Fee Service
Network Staffing
1 or more executives based upon variety or complexity of systems.
Requirements Analysis
When you know that your current system is insufficient to meet your operational objectives, it is important to clearly define your business requirements.
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- Initial onsite visit (2-3 days) to meet team, identify key core and sub-processes.
- Review of 3 critical business processes.
- Create high level vision of future processes.
- Identify key business capabilities.
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- Initial onsite visit (2-3 days) to meet team, identify key core and sub-processes.
- Review of 3 critical business processes.
- Create high level vision of future processes.
- Identify key business capabilities.
Cost Basis
Fixed Fee Service
Network Staffing
1 or more executives based upon variety or complexity of systems.
System Selection
Designed for companies who have completed a Requirements Analysis or have good understanding of their business requirements and know their system preferences.
Systems Matching Service
A system selection service comes in different forms depending upon your requirements. Our simplest services is the ERP Matching Service. With contacts at over 100 leading systems implementers across a variety of industries and software companies, our free service can expedite your search and improve outcomes. Our 25 question survey includes a variety of subjects including:
- Industry and vertical focus
- Technical expertise
- Corporate culture and style
Upon completion of the survey an ERP specialist will contact you to review the questionnaire and clarify your requirements.
This information will be brought to our advisory committee who will identify service providers who match your preferences. Included in this free service is a consultation with your team to review the information and ask additional questions.
System Selection Engagement
- Preparation of materials for service providers which outline key business requriements.
- Assistance with scenario demonstration development based upon real data from your company.
- Facilitate discovery meetings with service providers to prepare for tailored scenario demonstrations.
- Participate in system demonstations and assist in compilation of results.
Project deliverables include access to live Teams site with all content and:
- Demonstration scenarios and data.
- Evaluation rubric.
- Direct feedback on demonstations and system capability to meet defined objectives.
Cost Basis
Fixed Fee Service
Network Staffing
1 or more executives based upon variety or complexity of systems.
Systems Management Services
Project Leadership
- Project oversight and management services
- Quality asssurance
- Testing plans and organizational readiness planning.
Central to our service philosophy knowledge transfer. Our goal is to make our clients as self-sufficient as they want so that they can own and manage thier own systems.
Independent Advisor
Some companies desire an independent third party executive with extensive project leadership experience with an objective point of view to help steer their systems journey. An network executive can provide the assurance that you and your ERP partner are speaking the same language and are on the same page.
- Project prioritization and selection
- Team charters and establishment
- Scope and benefit review.
Cost Basis
Subscription service based upon capacity provided.
Network Staffing
1 or more professionals based upon nature of service.
System Selection Videos
View our YouTube videos on our philosophy, the benefits of independence and how we look for solutions and benefits rather than feature and function.
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