ERP Life Cycle: Implementation and Operation and Maintenance

These flashcards cover key concepts, definitions, and terminology related to the ERP life cycle, focusing on implementation and operation stages.

ERP Life Cycle

The stages involved in the implementation and maintenance of an Enterprise Resource Planning system.

Implementation Stage

The phase in which the ERP system is integrated into a company's workflow, typically taking longer than the planning and selection stages.

Configuration

The process of setting up an ERP system to meet a company's specific needs without altering the core software code.

Customization

Modifying existing code or adding new code to an ERP system to meet unique business requirements.

Data Migration

The process of transferring master and transaction data from legacy systems to the new ERP system, often involving extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL).

Testing

The critical activity of evaluating the ERP system to ensure proper functionality and data accuracy before go-live.

Change Management

A structured approach to transitioning individuals and organizations to a desired future state, often emphasizing communication and employee training.

Center of Excellence (COE)

A team established to support and sustain the ERP system post-implementation, focusing on continuous improvement and training.

Phased Implementation

An ERP deployment strategy where the system is rolled out gradually, by module or department, to minimize risks.

Big Bang Implementation

A method of implementing an ERP system all at once, requiring significant coordination and resources.

Parallel Implementation

An approach that runs the old and new systems simultaneously, allowing fallback options but increasing complexity.

RICEF

A collective term for customizations in ERP, including Reports, Interfaces, Conversions, Enhancements, and Forms.

ETL

Extract, Transform, Load; a data migration process for moving data from legacy systems to the new ERP.

User Acceptance Testing

The final testing phase where end-users confirm that the ERP system meets their requirements before go-live.

Authorization Testing

Verification of user roles and permissions in the ERP system to ensure proper security control.

Super User

A knowledgeable employee trained on the ERP system who assists others during implementation and post-go-live.

Consultant

An external expert hired to provide guidance during ERP implementation, training, and change management.

Bolt-on Technology

Third-party software added to an ERP system to enhance functionality not available in the base system.