1 / 16

Thanks Captain Obvious

3 Big Ideas for Vendor Selection. Thanks Captain Obvious. Katy Owen. 2. HR Operational and Transformational Leader. VP, Human Resources, Taylor Morrison VP , Human Resources, McKesson Provider Technologies VP , Human Resources, CheckFree

susans
Télécharger la présentation

Thanks Captain Obvious

An Image/Link below is provided (as is) to download presentation Download Policy: Content on the Website is provided to you AS IS for your information and personal use and may not be sold / licensed / shared on other websites without getting consent from its author. Content is provided to you AS IS for your information and personal use only. Download presentation by click this link. While downloading, if for some reason you are not able to download a presentation, the publisher may have deleted the file from their server. During download, if you can't get a presentation, the file might be deleted by the publisher.

E N D

Presentation Transcript

  1. 3 Big Ideas for Vendor Selection Thanks Captain Obvious

  2. Katy Owen 2 HR Operational and Transformational Leader VP, Human Resources, Taylor Morrison VP, Human Resources, McKesson Provider Technologies VP, Human Resources, CheckFree Director, Compensation & Benefits, Lanier Worldwide Over her 30 year career, Katy has been instrumental in selecting, implementing and modernizing multiple large company’s human resources systems and operations.

  3. Vendor Selection - 3 Critical Areas of Focus 3 THE PERFECT VENDOR How Do We Pick It? How Do We Get Support? How Do We Navigate? Get these right, and your chances of success will go up dramatically!

  4. Be clear on the problem that needs to be solved. • Ensure requirements are well defined to avoid ‘scope creep’ • Get the right people involved so you are clear on requirements and constraints How Do We Pick It? What are we trying to do?

  5. Leverage internal and external advisors who will add value to the process. • In your department • In Purchasing or IT • 3rd party consultants How Do We Pick It? Do we have to figure it out on our own?

  6. Identify the vendors to evaluate. • Do you want (or can you live with) • A single comprehensive HCM solution? • Point solutions to address discrete or unique HCM requirements? • A combination of both… • 80% HCM suite + 20% best of breed? How Do We Pick It? What are we trying to do?

  7. Get the help You need. • Most HR teams can’t take the time away from day jobs to research all the HCM players and offerings adequately. • Be honest with yourself about the effort and time it will take to make a decision. How Do We Pick It? Do we have to figure it out on our own?

  8. External support can be very valuable for: • The Long List - identifying the universe of vendors • The Short List – efficiently eliminating vendor that don’t fit your high level requirements • Broad Experience - Providing first hand experience with many vendor solutions • Their Network - Better access to vendor resources for those tricky/quirky questions • Organizing – Having an existing, proven method for going through the process • Marshalling - Keeping your resources on-track and the process moving forward How Do We Get Support? Do we have to figure it out on our own?

  9. Influence Decision Makers during the Process • Every step of the process is an opportunity to build support and influence decision makers • Know their pain points and hot buttons How Do We Get Support? Who’s with me?

  10. Rally The Troops • Begin with the end in mind • Get the support you need • Address resistance to change directly and actively How Do We Navigate? Recognize it’s a Process

  11. Get Curious But Stay Focused • Be careful to avoid ‘window dressing’ • Be inquisitive • Make no assumptions How Do We Navigate? Recognize it’s a Process

  12. Keep An Open Mind • Be open to the possibilities • A new process or idea can change the way you do business for the better • Be curious and make sure you get all questions answered before you pick your solution • Be Diligent How Do We Navigate? Recognize it’s a Process

  13. Know Your Definition of Success • Gather your business requirements • Due diligence (RFP, RFI) • Evaluate responses and products • Select a vendor How Do We Navigate? Recognize it’s a Process Avoid high effort/low value tasks that try and sneak into the selection process

  14. See The Results Yes! You made a great selection and you’re on your way to transforming your business and achieving your goals! Now, lets talk about the software implementation project... Eliminate Waste and Redundancies Streamlined Processes Better Decision Making Credibility of HR Organization Favorable Selection

  15. To Sum It Up… 14 Deciding on a vendor doesn’t have to be an overwhelming task. Standing firm on your requirements and staying close to the process can help define success in making an informed decision. Get internal and external help. Apply a solid selection methodologyand you can be sure all the bases are covered and lay the foundation for success to achieve the desired results.

  16. 15 Q & A

More Related