Overiew Sometimes called audits, system assessments or assessments, these services can often be free or bundled with an implementation. At Process PassPort Inc., we have developed our Discovery to be a brief, objective and holistic view into your business processes and the IT system that supports them. To do so, this assessment is a stand-alone investment for your company and requires the full engagement of your management team and process leaders. A Process PassPort Inc. Discovery generally occurs within one work week and is executed by a select team of Process PassPort Inc. consulting resources. We deliver a completed report to you promptly upon the conclusion of the Discovery. When appropriate, we will make a presentation to your management team regarding our findings. When is a Discovery a good idea? Considering upgrading your Vantage/Vista Software A Discovery can be the best course of action in seeking guidance in finalizing your software selection and hardware/infrastructure requirements.   Implementing a new business strategy Whether your objectives include implementing lean manufacturing, flow manufacturing, six sigma or other strategies, a Discovery from Process PassPort Inc. can help you determine how your current technology will support your goals of implementing a new business practice. The Discovery report can include enhanced business process models, risk assessment, a timeline and identification of potential project team members.   Increasing the ROI from your existing enterprise system As time passes, your company's business requirements continually change. The configuration of your ERP system generally does not. Obtaining a clear snapshot of the gap between your system's functionality and your business requirements can be the foundation for getting more out of what you paid for. Further, it may also provide guidance for reducing or eliminating manual overrides and the "band-aids" added to your system over time.     The general purpose of the assessment will be to: Identify the key processes that can benefit from the ERP upgrade, Create a roadmap for hardware and software selection, and Outline a go-forward strategy that will save you significant time and cost. In addition, this audit may highlight complimentary products that will assist you in improving your competitive position and/or reducing costs