GSI Pinpoints Top Five Ways to Maximize Value of an Oracle JD Edwards ERP Implementation or Upgrade

San Francisco, CA, September 22, 2008 --(PR.com)-- The single most overlooked aspect of a successful implementation or upgrade of Oracle’s JD Edwards enterprise application is the need to clearly define the scope of business processes that will be impacted by it, according to Global Systems Integration, Inc (GSI), a technology consulting firm that solves implementation, upgrade and maintenance problems associated with using complex ERP packages. With more than 100 years of accumulated expertise, GSI’s consultants provide a single point of ownership surrounding every technology decision involved in implementing the business-critical applications that run corporations today.

GSI’s specific focus on Oracle’s JD Edwards software means its clients save time and money in implementation, get more from their existing IT infrastructure, are able to make better decisions about new investments and can deploy internal resources on revenue-generating projects. Speaking at this week’s Oracle OpenWorld event, GSI brings together the strengths of GSI with Enterprise Solution Providers (ESP), another recognized expert in JD Edwards implementations, to expand geographic footprint and breadth of services.

“Our ultimate commitment is to be a trusted partner for companies who choose to improve their business operations through technology,” said Kevin R. Herrig, GSI’s CEO. “With a focused plan and direction from experienced consultants, IT decision-makers will be best able to map out an implementation or upgrade plan that encompasses both business and technology needs.”

GSI points to five critical success factors to a JD Edwards ERP implementation or upgrade:

1) Select only the most experienced consultants – getting it done right the first time accelerates your ROI significantly

2) Plan the work, work the plan – by having an agreed-upon plan and timeline, this is the most effective way to have control over scope and costs

3) Hardware sizing – make sure hardware is properly sized by working directly with the JD Edwards competency centers and an experienced Configurable Network Computing (CNC) consultant

4) Test, test and test some more - thoroughly test conversions, load, and high availability to minimize unplanned downtime during cut-over and in production

5) Actively manage end user perception - be proactive in communications and maintenance because the end users ultimately determine success or failure

“We initially began our JD Edwards implementation using a consulting company and quickly ran into trouble,” said Mark Baker, Director of Global Information Technology at JAS Forwarding Worldwide. “We brought in GSI based on their expertise and they immediately brought order, direction and efficiency to the implementation. It is clear to me that GSI has a solid understanding of what it takes for a client to be successful when implementing an ERP application. “

GSI will be speaking at the following sessions at Oracle OpenWorld:

Session: S299210 Getting the Most Out of Your Technology Stack for JD Edwards EnterpriseOne
Monday, 9/22/2008 17:30 – 18:30 – Intercontinental Hotel Grand Ballroom B/C

Session: S299216 Running JD Edwards EnterpriseOne for a 24/7 Business
Wednesday, 9/24/2008 13:00 – 14:00 – Intercontinental Hotel Grand Ballroom A

GSI (www.gsi-solutions.com) is a technology consulting firm that is committed to solving the implementation, upgrade and maintenance problems associated with using complex ERP packages. With more than 100 years of accumulated expertise, GSI’s consultants provide a single point of ownership surrounding every technology decision involved in implementing the business-critical applications that run corporations today. GSI’s specific focus on Oracle’s JD Edwards software means its clients save time and money in implementation, get more from their existing IT infrastructure, are able to make better decisions about new investments and can deploy internal resources on revenue-generating projects.

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