Balancing innovation and stability in system upgrades: How can you ensure success without sacrificing either?
Striking the right balance between innovation and stability in system upgrades is a fine art. Here are strategies to maintain equilibrium:
- Conduct thorough testing before implementation to ensure new features don't disrupt existing functions.
- Involve stakeholders early on to align upgrade goals with business needs and minimize resistance.
- Schedule regular reviews post-upgrade to address any issues promptly and refine processes.
How do you find the sweet spot between change and consistency in your system upgrades?
Balancing innovation and stability in system upgrades: How can you ensure success without sacrificing either?
Striking the right balance between innovation and stability in system upgrades is a fine art. Here are strategies to maintain equilibrium:
- Conduct thorough testing before implementation to ensure new features don't disrupt existing functions.
- Involve stakeholders early on to align upgrade goals with business needs and minimize resistance.
- Schedule regular reviews post-upgrade to address any issues promptly and refine processes.
How do you find the sweet spot between change and consistency in your system upgrades?
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One thing I found is you need to find that fine balance with understanding your risk tolerance. There is an overall risk appetite that you must find/ measure. You need insight with Stakeholder engagement from all levels. Define the communication channels to discuss potential risks associated with new technologies. You need regular training sessions to help educate employees. A rockstar biz analyst is key to cheerlead. I’d also suggest a how-to framework to evaluate risks, and consider factors like impact, and likelihood; unmask risks is the goal. Promote a culture of openness where employees feel comfortable sharing concerns and suggesting improvements. Everybody needs a champion. That voice is not a title but rather one of influence.🤞
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