‘NCompass - The Roadmap for Successful Software Solutions

GLC’s ‘NCompass methodology, developed specifically for implementing or upgrading the latest Oracle E-Business applications, provides a road map from initial planning to implementation and support. It reflects our understanding that every project is unique and requires a close working partnership with both your management and the people who will actually be using the system. ‘NCompass stands for a Comprehensive Methodology – Partnering for Success. It is the roadmap that has enabled GLC to build a proven record of successful upgrades and implementations for both startups and Fortune 500 companies throughout New England and New York.

‘NCompass provides The Keys to Project Success by breaking each project into six distinct phases or steps to ensure that each implementation provides the customer with the desired results.

Phase 1 Project Planning, Analysis and Preparation
• Review existing systems
• Develop functional specs
• Prepare project plan, budget and schedule
• Identify team roles and responsibilities

Phase II Business Process Analysis
• Review existing business processes
• Develop functional specs for new system

Phase III System Design
• Review and/or define hardware requirements
• Define any required network or software interfaces
• Analyze database/data storage requirements
• Prepare test scripts and test scenarios against business processes

Phase IV System Build
• Install hardware interfaces and upgrades as needed
• Install software and run in parallel with existing computer or manual systems

Phase V Testing
• Execute test plans and validate application
• Resolve outstanding issues
• Document system configuration
Phase VI Training and Implementation
• Obtain “go-live” signoff
• Prepare training materials
• Train users
• Provide support as required