ERP Project Management & Implementation Lifecycle Flashcards
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Which phase of the ERP implementation lifecycle involves defining project scope, objectives, and resource requirements?
Answer: Project Initiation
Project Initiation is the first phase where scope, objectives, budget, and resources are formally defined.
In an ERP project, what is the primary purpose of a Steering Committee?
Answer: Provide executive oversight and resolve escalated issues
The Steering Committee provides executive-level governance, approves major decisions, and resolves escalated project issues.
What does a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) provide in an ERP project plan?
Answer: A hierarchical decomposition of all project deliverables and tasks
A WBS breaks the entire project into smaller, manageable deliverables and tasks organized in a hierarchical structure.
Which ERP implementation approach goes live with all modules and business units simultaneously?
Answer: Big Bang
A Big Bang implementation switches all users and modules to the new ERP system at the same time on a single cutover date.
During ERP User Acceptance Testing (UAT), who is primarily responsible for executing test scripts?
Answer: Business process owners and key users
UAT is performed by business process owners and key users to validate that the system meets real-world business requirements.
What is the main risk of scope creep during an ERP implementation?
Answer: Increased project costs, delays, and resource strain
Scope creep adds unplanned requirements that inflate costs, extend timelines, and overburden the project team.