Software Selection
In many ways this is the most important stage of any OLAP implementation. Selection of the appropriate tool(s) at this point can dramatically reduce difficulties throughout all the phases of the project, reducing the development lifecycle and increasing user satisfaction.
ICit are perfectly positioned to help our clients avoid the pitfalls. Our experienced and independent consultants work alongside organisations, analysing the requirements and discussing all the possible solutions. Where appropriate, they can assist in constructing Proofs of Concept ( PoCs), to crystallise the requirements and demonstrate the role of a particular product.
Moreover, ICit recognise that there can be considerations other than the immediate reporting or modelling requirement. The purchase of an OLAP product represents a significant investment in technology for any organisation, and it is important to ensure that the product addresses any future, as well as short-term needs. Combining knowledge of the business process and vast experience of past implementations, our consultants can help clients identify these future opportunities, minimising the risk of later problems.
Together with costing factors, and issues of compatibility with the existing technical infrastructure, ICit can suggest the most suitable database and front-end packages for a customer. If required, our consultants can make recommendations on the specification of the hardware required to host the software, guaranteeing that there is a firm foundation for the following implementation. |
