How can I successfully implement a new computer system?
When implementing computer applications for your business, problems are inevitable, but proper planning can help you avoid some and mitigate the effects of others. First, explain to each affected employee how the computer will change his or her position. Set target dates for key phases of the implementation, especially the last date for format changes. Be sure the location for your new computer meets the system’s requirements for temperature, humidity and electrical power. Prepare a prioritized list of applications to be converted from manual to computer systems, and convert them one at a time rather than all at once. And, train, or have the vendors train, everyone who will be using the system. After installation, each application on the conversion list should be entered and run parallel with the preexisting, corresponding manual system until you have verified that the new system works. System Security If you will have confidential information in your system, you will want safeguards t
