Pre-Live Review

The Problem for Companies engaged in a Project that Requires Data Base Design, Data Collection and Data Management is the significant risk that after the design and testing of the data base management systems, problems or difficulties are still present that can only be exposed when the Project goes live. No matter how extensive the testing of the process and system and regardless of the experience and expertise of the firm providing data base management services, there are some problems which may occur only after the Project has begun.

The Maximum Risk for an Project with Extensive Data Base Management Requirements takes place at the beginning of the Project. Only actual data collection, data storage, data management and report generation can fully determine if the Data Base Management System developed for the Project works as expected. If there is a significant flaw in the Data Base Management System, that flaw can result in cost delays and redesign.

The Solution to the Problem of a Final Test and If Necessary De-bugging of the Data Base Management System is to employ an independent third party to conduct a final Pre-Live test of the Data Base Management System. Bringing in a separate "set of eyes" to review the process before full implementation may well result in uncovering potential problems before they occur, and providing the opportunity to correct those problems before significant delays and costs are incurred by the Project.

A Pre-Live Review and Consultation by WNY Data Management Services provides a Project Sponsor with an independent third party assessment of the ability of the Data Base Management System to operate as planned. The Pre-Live Review will not only provide a thorough analysis of the System and potential weaknesses, but when appropriate the Review will simulate live operation of the System. If potential weaknesses are located they can be corrected or monitored, and if no major problems are detected the Sponsor of the Project can take comfort in the added layer of confidence in the System.

The Cost of a Pre-Live Review will be very small in comparison to the overall cost of the Project. A firm Proposal with a fixed cost is provided prior to any obligation on the part of the Sponsor requesting the Pre-Live Review.

To Learn More About Pre-Live Review Services and To Determine if it is Appropriate for your Project, contact WNY Data Management Service, Inc. for a free consultation.