ERP ERP Project Governance

Question 1

What is the primary role of an ERP steering committee?

Accepted Answer

Provide executive oversight, resolve escalations, and approve major project decisions

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Write technical specifications for developers

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Conduct end-user training sessions

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Manage day-to-day project tasks

Question 2

Which document formally authorizes an ERP project and names the project manager?

Accepted Answer

Project charter

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Project scope statement

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Risk register

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Business requirements document

Question 3

What is the purpose of an ERP project governance framework?

Accepted Answer

Establish decision rights, accountability structures, and escalation paths for the project

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Define the technical architecture of the ERP system

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Document all system customizations

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Create the training schedule

Question 4

In ERP governance, a RACI matrix is used to:

Accepted Answer

Define Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, and Informed roles for each project task

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Measure system performance benchmarks

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Track software defects

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Plan data migration sequences

Question 5

What is scope creep in an ERP project, and why is it a governance concern?

Accepted Answer

Uncontrolled expansion of project requirements that increases cost and risk without formal approval

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Gradual system slowdowns due to data volume

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Adding users to the system after go-live

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Running parallel systems during cutover

Question 6

Which governance artifact tracks identified risks and their mitigation strategies throughout the ERP project?

Accepted Answer

Risk register

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Project charter

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Configuration workbook

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RACI matrix