{"product_id":"cutover-in-sap-activater-waldemar-falinski-9798340270221","title":"Cutover in SAP Activate(R): Part 2 of the Guide: The Cutover in SAP(R) projects","description":"\u003cb\u003eWelcome to \"Cutover in SAP Activate\"! \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e(With a handy Quick Reference for Accelerators) \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis book describes the Cutover Management process \"as is\" defined in SAP Activate, the official SAP methodology for implementing SAP components, including SAP S\/4HANA. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis book is intended for anyone seeking a solid, official standard for the Cutover in SAP projects. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis is Part 2 of the series: \u003ci\u003eThe Cutover in SAP(R) Projects - The Guide.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAlthough this is the second part, this book is intentionally independent and self-explanatory. However, it may be beneficial to read Part 1, which delves into the specific nature of the transition process known as the Cutover. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eI often use metaphors to explain concepts, and a fitting one for the Cutover is heart transplant surgery. The medical procedure is akin to implementing SAP components for business solutions. The cutover represents the process from the point of the old, \"sick\" heart being removed until the new one starts beating. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis metaphor captures the dynamic and, at times, dramatic nature of the transition we call the Cutover. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSAP Activate is a valuable reference for any proprietary SAP implementation method, making this book relevant to a broad audience. It is particularly useful for those involved in any ERP implementation or digital transformation, including: \u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eSAP project stakeholders in need of a reliable reference\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eStakeholders of other ERP implementations, given SAP's role as an industry benchmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eCutover Managers or those aspiring to become Cutover Managers\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eHeadhunters tasked with finding qualified Cutover leads\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eAuditors responsible for evaluating SAP projects\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book's primary source is the publicly available SAP Activate Roadmap Viewer, which allows you to access SAP's rich vault quickly. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIt covers the following aspects: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eShort Introduction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecification of Information Sources\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eTerms and Artifacts Related to the Cutover\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoles and Teams Involved\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe SAP Activate Roadmap Journey\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuick Reference for Cutover Accelerators\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoadmaps and Project Plan Templates\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eOther Useful Links\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith years of professional experience executing SAP cutovers for various companies, I have observed that despite its common use, the concept of \"cutover\" remains poorly defined, non-standardized, and challenging to prepare and communicate. This book aims to address those gaps. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eModern SAP projects typically involve significant changes to tightly integrated IT systems, where multiple business units must continue functioning without interruption. This makes Cutover a critical, intricate operation. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eI have deliberately chosen to limit my personal interpretations and present this topic in this book \"as is.\" I will expand on the subject in future books, incorporating my best understanding and practice. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis book includes a \u003cb\u003eQuick Reference list\u003c\/b\u003e of SAP Activate Accelerators and documents published by SAP to assist customers and partners with their SAP implementation projects. It is a gateway to a wealth of publicly available SAP Activate documentation. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eI welcome your feedback and will make corrections as needed. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eI hope you enjoy reading it!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Waldemar Falinski\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798340270221\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/25\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 168\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.51lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.36d","brand":"Waldemar Falinski","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48588167020799,"sku":"9798340270221","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/cutover-in-sap-activater-waldemar-falinski-9798340270221","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}