04 Oct Scaled Solutions Group: Expert Services Aligned with Epicor’s P21 / Kinetic Signature Methodology

Scaled Solutions Group follows Epicor’s Signature Methodology closely to provide a structured and effective implementation of Epicor software solutions like Prophet 21 and Kinetic. Their involvement in each phase is guided by their expertise and industry experience, ensuring a tailored approach to meet client-specific needs.

1. Prepare Phase

• How Scaled Solutions Group Works:
  • Team Assembly: Scaled Solutions Group assembles a dedicated project team of certified supply chain professionals, including project managers, business analysts, and Epicor specialists. They collaborate with the client’s stakeholders to define roles and responsibilities.
  • Scope and Objectives: They conduct detailed discovery sessions to understand the client’s business processes, challenges, and goals, establishing a clear project scope.
  • Project Planning: Using their expertise in P21/Kinetic implementations, they develop a detailed project plan, setting realistic timelines and milestones.
  • Kick-off Meeting: Scaled Solutions Group organizes and leads the project kick-off meeting, aligning all stakeholders and ensuring everyone understands the project’s direction and goals.
• Outcome: A comprehensive project plan tailored to the client’s needs, with a clear understanding of roles, responsibilities, and project objectives.

2. Plan Phase

• How Scaled Solutions Group Works:
  • Implementation Planning: The team creates a detailed implementation plan covering all phases of the project, leveraging their experience from over 40 implementations in various industries.
  • Risk Management: They identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies, drawing on their certifications in Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, and Project Management.
  • Data Migration Strategy: Scaled Solutions Group develops data migration strategies tailored to the client’s existing systems and data structures, ensuring a smooth transition to the new system.
• Outcome: A comprehensive and risk-managed roadmap that guides the client through the entire implementation process, with specific strategies for data migration and technical requirements.

3. Design Phase

• How Scaled Solutions Group Works:
  • Business Process Review: Scaled Solutions Group conducts thorough business process reviews using techniques like Value Stream Mapping to understand current workflows and identify areas for improvement.
  • System Design: They design system configurations, customizations, and integrations to align with the client’s business processes. This is informed by their hands-on experience in implementing P21/Kinetic in industries such as Electrical, Plumbing, Life Sciences, and Aerospace.
  • Data Migration Planning: The team defines data migration requirements, mapping data to ensure seamless integration with the new system.
• Outcome: A system design that is customized to the client’s business processes and requirements, ensuring the new system is a perfect fit for their operations.

4. Validate Phase

• How Scaled Solutions Group Works:
  • Test Environment Setup: They set up the system configurations in a test environment, allowing the client to experience the new system in a controlled setting.
  • Testing: The team conducts extensive system testing, including functional, integration, and user acceptance testing (UAT). Their experience in conducting go-lives ensures thorough validation of all system aspects.
  • Data Migration Review: Scaled Solutions Group reviews and refines data migration processes to ensure data accuracy and consistency in the new system.
• Outcome: A validated system configuration, fully tested and ready for deployment, ensuring a smooth transition to the production environment.

5. Deploy Phase

• How Scaled Solutions Group Works:
  • Final Data Migration: They finalize data migration, meticulously loading data into the production system to ensure that all business-critical information is accurately transferred.
  • End-User Training: Bilingual consultants (English/Spanish) provide comprehensive training to end-users, ensuring that the client’s staff are comfortable and proficient with the new system.
  • Go-Live Support: Scaled Solutions Group offers hands-on support during the go-live process, monitoring system performance and addressing any immediate issues to ensure a seamless transition.
• Outcome: A successful go-live with a fully operational system that supports the client’s day-to-day business operations.

6. Support Phase

• How Scaled Solutions Group Works:
  • Post-Go-Live Support: They provide post-go-live support to address any issues or questions that arise, ensuring the client can fully leverage the new system.
  • Post-Implementation Review: Scaled Solutions Group conducts a post-implementation review to identify further optimization opportunities, using their continuous improvement mindset.
  • Transition to Ongoing Support: They help transition the project to the client’s support team or provide ongoing support services, ensuring long-term system stability and optimization.
• Outcome: The client becomes self-sufficient with the system, supported by Scaled Solutions Group for any additional needs or enhancements, ensuring continuous improvement and system optimization.

Key Benefits of Scaled Solutions Group’s Involvement

• Industry Expertise: Their experience in verticals like Aerospace, Defense DoD, Industrial, and Retail ensures an understanding of industry-specific requirements and best practices.
• Hands-On P21/Kinetic Knowledge: Direct experience in implementing P21/Kinetic equips them with deep insights into system capabilities and customization options.
• Continuous Improvement Focus: Certified professionals leverage Six Sigma and Value Stream Mapping techniques to enhance processes and ensure maximum system efficiency.
• Bilingual Support: Bilingual consultants (English/Spanish) provide inclusive support and training, catering to a diverse workforce.

By following Epicor’s Signature Methodology, Scaled Solutions Group ensures each Epicor P21 phase of the implementation is meticulously planned and executed, resulting in a successful, efficient, and cost-effective deployment of Epicor software. Scaled Solutions Group offers a comprehensive range of ERP  p21 Implementation consulting services designed to help businesses achieve seamless ERP implementations and optimize their operations. For more information, contact Scaled Solutions Group at (866) 957-8419 or info@scaledsolutionsgroup.com or visit www.Get-Scaled.com.