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August 28, 2017 | 4 minute read
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Below are some key concepts that needs to be considered for Cloud based global rollout
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evaluate other approaches along with traditional approach. In this section, we are
presenting our thoughts on Minimum Viable Product( approach) and how this approach
can be used to enhance the solution and finally deliver complete product.

MVP Approach:

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A Minimum Viable Product (MVP) would be built and implemented as a pilot solution
for a region/business unit
As part of release planning, product backlogs would be identified and prioritization of
these backlogs would be done
During further rollouts, the MVP would be iteratively build and enhanced with the
backlogs identified using an agile based approach
The MVP would be enhanced with additional functionality after having a business
benefit case for each functionality/requirement against pre-set KPI’s using value based
analysis
Meticulously planned sequencing and smart retrofitting of incremental build packages
to earlier rollouts
Each rollout would thus have the below two primary elements:
Enhancement of the template with product backlogs identified
Market/Business Unit Rollout

Benefits of this approach:

Long wait times with the traditional global template build approach are replaced with
reduced Time to Market giving competitive edge to the customer
Effective Change Management allowing adaptation of business processes with users
across the regions/business unit
Reduction of risks traditionally involved with big bang go-live
Agile based ‘show and fine tune’ ensuring conformance to Standards and Quality

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Note: The selection of the approach differs from client to client and solely depends on
Client specific requirements and needs.

Roll out Models

Right selection of rollout model is very important for a successful deployment of the
solution. In this section, we will provide details around various rollout models that can be
considered for iterative template build.

The iterative MVP template build approach can be implemented using one of the below
mentioned roll out models. However the roll out model best suited for a customer is
dependent on the factors influencing the actual business situation. Major influencing
factors for the roll out model are detailed below:

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Pros and Cons of different roll out models:

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Roll out Clustering Strategy

Right clustering strategy is needed to optimize the efforts in gathering requirements,

building and deploying the solution across markets. The clustering strategy for roll out can
be implemented using joint session with the customer validating the clustering and
sequencing logic in order to baseline the same for the program. There are several
influential factors like facts, constraints and business insights that determine the
clustering strategy for roll out programs.

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These key influential factors can be used to evaluate the complexity of a country using a
scoring mechanism. An overall score is calculated using weighted points and countries
can be categorized accordingly as low, medium or high complexity based on cumulative
weighted point score. The scoring mechanism and proximity of the country to each other
can be used for grouping countries into clusters for roll out. An illustrative example is
provided below:

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In this article, we discussed about some of the key concepts that are essential for picking
up the right template approach, roll out model & clustering strategy for global template
cloud solution deployments. In next blog, we will further discuss on the custom
developments approach, risks, challenges and leanings from global roll outs.

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