Star Wars and Implementing ERP Software?
I know what you're thinking- this is a really old marketing trick, positioning and leveraging against the soon-to-be-released "Star Wars - The Force Awakens" movie, and guess what, you would be right. The two subjects have absolutely nothing to do with each other, but neither do popchips and Star Wars as I casually noted while strolling down the grocery aisles over the weekend.
So here's just a bit of fun. If you had to pick your favorite Star Wars characters to implement your ERP software, who would you select? Here are my top picks:
Sales/Account Executive - Han Solo- he's charismatic, outgoing, bold and doesn't hold back. He may be a bit reckless with his tongue and he may seem to be all-too interested in his sales commission, but at the end of the day, he'll take care of business.
Senior Developer - Luke Skywalker without question. He's bright, a quick-study, honest and capable. He's tired of farming anyway and he's ready for a new game.
Project Manager - Princess Leia. She's tough, resilient, smart and can think on her feet in a fire-fight. She'll get the job done on time and in budget, even if it means leaping into a trash compactor. She won't back down when it comes to loyalty and principles even in the face of evil.
IT Technician - Anakin Skywalker (before he turned to the dark side). If he can build and repair droids, he can install your SQL Server database with literally one arm tied behind his back.
Implementer - C3PO - you really should not have your personnel trained by a robot, but he does speak six million languages, so whether your implementation is on the dry desert scape of Tatooine or the lofty cloud-city of Bespin, he'll be able to communicate effectively to your staff and he can set up a database faster than any human around.
Third Party Consultant - Lando Calrissian. At first, your not sure if you can trust him and you're pretty sure you can't. He's got that charm and beguiling smile, and he may turn you over to the dark side if his hand is forced, but he'll figure out a way to make the project a success.
Executive Sponsor - Yoda. I can hear him now, "Security, you will set up and a SOX audit you will avoid."
'Nuff said.