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~ (Author), LLC Cap Gemini Ernst & Young U.S. (Author), Cap Gemini Ernst LLC (Author), Young U.S. (Author) "This chapter will cover the basic makeup of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, their history, and the reasons companies are implementing these systems..." (more)
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--Used by thousands of companies, PeopleSoft is an invaluable software tool for HR, financials, and other business functions, and this is the comprehensive guide you've been looking for. --You can feel confident in this expertly written book, penned by the leading PeopleSoft consultants of Ernst and Young, one of the Big 5 consulting companies. --Geared towards IS managers, implementers, and project team leaders, this indispensable guide covers such topics as planning, implementation and testing, configuring the modules, and setting up tech support.


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Make Your First Step into ERP a Success with PeopleSoft 8

Implementing and supporting any ERP system means an enormous investment of money, time, and personnel, and PeopleSoft is no exception. Understanding PeopleSoft 8 is the resource you need to make sure your investment pays off. Inside, ERP and PeopleSoft experts teach you how to prepare your organization for the changes ERP brings, to lead it through the PeopleSoft implementation process, and keep it on track with world-class support and an eye to the future. Coverage includes:

  • The history and nature of ERP systems
  • Advantages and special capabilities of PeopleSoft applications
  • Building a business case for purchasing PeopleSoft
  • Setting goals for the implementation
  • Measuring and ensuring your return on investment
  • Resources required for a successful implementation
  • The ERP implementation—structure and process
  • Technical architecture of the PeopleSoft applications
  • Components, features, and functions of the PeopleSoft application
  • Key implementation success factors
  • Supporting users after the product is implemented
  • The future of ERP systems and PeopleSoft
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Product Details

  • Paperback: 704 pages
  • Publisher: Sybex; 1st edition (February 2001)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0782129307
  • ISBN-13: 978-0782129304
  • Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 7.5 x 1.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.7 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #817,692 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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29 of 31 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazingly complete implementation guide, August 25, 2002
If you're looking for guidance on administering or using PeopleSoft version 8 this book is going to disappoint you. If, however, you are responsible for implementing PeopleSoft (or upgrading from 7.x), this is *the* book to get. In fact, much of this book can be applied to SAP R/3, Baan, JDE or other ERP implementations - where the book outlines PeopleSoft-specific information, you can use the chapter headings to outline the technical and configuration requirements of any ERP system.

What I especially like is the thoroughness and level of detail that the author gives. Do not think that this is a 'gold plated' plan that is based on Big 5 practices. It isn't. There are no steps that can be omitted by any prudent CIO or consulting company (I gave the entire book a critical review to see if there were any). What you get is a realistic look at what it takes from business, process, organizational and technical perspectives to implement PeopleSoft in particular, and any ERP system in general. The scope and magnitude of the effort as outlined is realistic, and covers the full implementation life cycle from determining the value of PeopleSoft to your organization, the impact on business processes, full costs of implementation and ownership, and the milestones. Moreover, this book covers post implementation factors and costs, which is among the most thorough I've encountered.

There are a few areas where the book gets hazy, such as capacity and performance planning. The author rightfully claims that each platform has different characteristics, and the vendor should be consulted. I actually found the key to developing a first cut capacity and performance plan in PeopleSoft's documentation, so it can be done in a generic fashion.

Here are the highlights of this book as I see them:

- a complete description of the features in PeopleSoft 8 (which are significantly different from version 7), and a high level comparison between the two versions.

- realistic assessment of post implementation support (often overlooked)

- step-by-step, detailed planning and implementation milestones (so well done that I'm frankly shocked that Cap Gemini Ernst & Young allowed this book to be published since it gives away valuable advice that is that company's intellectual capital)

- one of the best technical descriptions of PeopleSoft 8 I've read (you'd have to spend much more time going through PeopleDocs and other sources to get the same knowledge that this book provides)

If you're a consultant who specializes in PeopleSoft (or any other ERP) implementation, a CIO who needs the complete picture of ramifications, or a project manager who is charged with managing an implementation or upgrade this book will be your best friend.

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35 of 39 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars Bad title for this one, March 17, 2001
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This is more of a how-to book for doing an ERP implentation. It is NOT a book on PeopleSoft 8. Only very basic information is covered on the product. Don't buy this expecting to learn PS 8.
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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars PeopleSoft 8.0 Implementation Guide, July 31, 2001
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I just recently purchased this book for the purpose of understanding the components of an implementation. This book is handy in displaying a proper methodology for implementations. It follows the "Big Consulting Firm" Methods and practices. I highly recommend this book for companies that are in the initial phase of their implementation. It is not a step by step guide on navigation of 8.0.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Peoplesoft book to get for Version 8
This book gives you a good breath of exposure into what is needed for most Peoplesoft implementations. Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars Clear and concise explinations
Covers history, planning, organizational, and roles and responsibilities for implementing a PeopleSoft installation. Also includes patch and environment planning. Read more
Published on September 17, 2002 by dave terry

3.0 out of 5 stars Helpful for implementations, V8 content an afterthougt
A useful guide if you are implementing an ERP for the first time, never seen/used PeopleSoft and don't understand the consultant's methodology. Read more
Published on September 6, 2002 by Richard King

4.0 out of 5 stars A well-structured guide to implementation
I found this book very useful for my implementation, especially functionally. I would recommend it to anyone who is considering an upgrade or purchase of version 8.
Published on June 26, 2001

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