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Project Management & Implementation

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    Project Planning & Resource ManagementDefine project scope, alocate resources, and manage them for optimal utilization.

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    Risk & Change ManagementIdentify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and manage changes effectively throughout the project lifecycle.

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    Communication & Performance MonitoringEngage stakeholders and track progress, ensuring alignment with business goals and transparent reporting.

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    Implementation & Ongoing SupportOversee deployment and provide ongoing support to ensure smooth transitions and sustained success.

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CASE STUDY

Project Management for Network Equipment Refresh

Client OverviewA major financial institution initiated a project to refresh its network equipment, as 80% of its devices, including critical firewalls, were nearing their Last Day of Support (LDOS) within 6-12 months. The client urgently needed to replace or decommission these devices to ensure network stability, meet future capacity demands, and control support costs.

Solution

  • 01
    Project Planning

    Worked with the Networking team to create a detailed five-year project plan with clear milestones for device replacement, accounting for risks and ensuring alignment with the broader IT strategy.

  • 02
    Governance & Financial Management

    Established a governance framework with defined roles and decision-making processes, ensuring accountability and efficient oversight. Managed project financials by securing preferred pricing and a support agreement to control costs, resulting in long-term savings.

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    Lifecycle Management

    Implemented processes to enhance network infrastructure lifecycle management, enabling faster refresh cycles, reducing downtime, and improving predictability in support fees, which helped in better financial planning.

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Results

  • Ensured the timely replacement or decommissioning of all devices past LDOS, achieving significant cost savings through a revised support agreement and preferred pricing for new equipment.

  • Enhanced lifecycle management processes, increasing the rate of device installation, reducing downtime, and maintaining network stability.

  • Ensured network stability and capacity to meet the demands of next-generation applications, safeguarding the network’s operational integrity.

OutcomeAcuvity Consulting’s project management expertise ensured the successful execution of the Project, enabling the financial institution to maintain a stable and efficient network infrastructure. This comprehensive approach provided cost savings, improved operational efficiency, and ensured the client was well-prepared for future network demands.