Understanding the Phases of ImplementationThis chapter provides overview information related to using PeopleTools within a sample implementation framework.
Note. The implementation phases in this framework are intended to help you gain a better understanding of Enterprise PeopleTools regarding how and when they may be used. The implementation phases in no way imply strict dependencies between phases. Every implementation is unique.
Understanding the Phases of ImplementationAlthough few implementations follow exactly the phases of a system development life cycle (SDLC) or implementation plan, the following implementation phases are provided as a framework through which you can gain an understanding of how specific Enterprise PeopleTools are intended to be used. This framework should be viewed as a high-level educational guide rather than a strict, implementation model.
Note. Some PeopleTools may be used in multiple phases of an implementation.
Using PeopleTools within Implementation Phases
The following table describes the implementation phases and lists the tools and technologies that are likely to be used within the particular phases.
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This phase covers the activities involved in installing the PeopleSoft CDs and setting up your demonstration PeopleSoft environment. A demonstration environment includes application servers, Process Scheduler servers, web servers, and a PeopleSoft database. |
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This phase covers the activities involved in configuring the PeopleSoft applications you have purchased to fit the business processes of your organization. This phase includes setting up security access, customizing pages, creating custom batch programs, and so on. |
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This phase covers the activities involved in setting up and configuring the infrastructure that supports the deployment of your application configuration. For example, in this phase you would set up the servers, the security, and processes required to be in place for your end users to use the PeopleSoft system to complete business transactions with a browser or other device. |
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This phase covers the activities involved with setting up the reporting and decision support systems that decision makers will use to gather business information. This includes developing predefined queries and reports, setting up a system to generate reports at scheduled times, set up access to OLAP cubes, and so on. |
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This phase covers the activities involved in setting up systems that enable your business processes to span multiple business areas, such as HR and Finance, within your organization. This phase includes setting up our XML-driven integration technology that enables disparate systems to exchange data seamlessly, and it also includes setting up PeopleSoft Workflow to enable multiple users within a business process to easily route data and notifications to each other. |
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This phase covers the activities that are involved in maintaining your PeopleSoft system once you have rolled out the system to your end users. This phase includes monitoring system performance, upgrading to new releases, applying patches, and so on. |
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