Customers planning an implementation have a lot to consider–which software to implement, who will be on the internal team, if to select a consulting partner, and the timeline. Choosing the right consulting partner to help blueprint your digital transformation strategy can help alleviate the stress and frustration typical of any major change, especially if you make your selection early.
In this episode of Beyond the Review, tune in to hear a conversation on what customers wish they knew before starting digital transformation. Bonnie Tinder, Acceleration Economy Analyst and Founder of Raven Intel, talks with Steve Grem, President of Wise Consulting, and Marta Williams, Vice President of Client Services. They discuss how organizations should prepare upfront and understand their digital transformation plan prior to starting the project.
Highlights
00:20 – Introduction to Wise Consulting who recently celebrated 25 years of helping customers achieve business goals and create positive impacts within the HR function.
00:57 – Bonnie proposes the question: What are some things that customers wish they knew before starting digital transformation?
01:04 – Marta shares that many customers wish that they had reached out to a consultant sooner. So, it’s much better to prepare upfront and understand your plan. By having a digital transformation strategy, organizations will be better prepared than if they just ran through the project.
01:48 – Steve emphasizes how looking back is always easier than looking forward. Having counsel, advice, and guidance up front makes a big difference. Although thinking ahead is challenging, it’s important to think about what you want the outcome to be when the project is complete.
02:58 – Organizations should map out the project around 2 to 3 weeks prior to beginning.
