Computerized Work Management Systems for Utility and Plant Operations
This book shows how new computerized technologies can be used to create more cost-effective work management--and improved asset management.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Computerized Work Management Systems for Utility and Plant Operations
Chapter 6: Integration into a Complete Computerized Business Tool
Introduction
Integration of the CWMS modules into other technology solutions is fast becoming a necessity in most operations today. The need for an integrated solution is discussed in this chapter. The concept of the system development life cycle (SDLC) (Figure 6.1) is developed as a means to effectively manage an integrated technology solution. All possible interfaces to other applications are listed and the requirements are defined. In particular, the interfaces to a financial system are discussed in detail because of the critical importance of this link. The chapter is then rounded off with a discussion on the various techniques and methodologies that are used in integration and interface development today.
Figure 6.1: System Development Methodology for an Integrated Technology Solution The System Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
Why An Integrated Technology Solution?
A good strategic plan identifies corporate objectives and performance targets in line with the business that the company is in. These objectives and performance targets are disaggregated to the business units and from them down to the last team in the field or on the shop floor. These objectives cannot be achieved in isolation or they must meet the desired performance targets required by business units, departments, divisions and teams to work together. Each unique area would use enabling business applications to support their work practices (e.g., financial, human resources, geographical information, customer billing, process control, scada systems). It is obvious that the corporation cannot rely on verbal or paper-based methods to provide transactions or information on a timely...
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