Key Success Factors

2. DESIGN AND MAINTAIN THE SOLUTION ARCHITECTURE...

From the earliest design stage and through the various releases of the implemented systems, the solution’s architecture needs to be efficiently monitored and maintained…

· Create a solution architecture group comprising a full time solution architect and part time design architects from each package and integration team
· Ensure Communication subject matter experts are available to provide expertise in the clients product portfolio to be supported
· Ensure the functional/technical design meets the (evolving) business requirements

…which will require a significant commitment from key client staff…

· Create a client Design Authority Group, comprising key client subject matter experts and stakeholders and the solution architects
· Ensure the client Design Authority Group is mandated as a one-stop decision making body for the solution’s design