Preparing It Systems for Economic and Monetary Union (Emu (Management Briefings Series)

EMU is not just an IT issue, it's a business issue. So if we join the EMU -- which seems increasingly likely -- we need to be prepared because our European counterparts are two years ahead and likely to gain competitive advantage if we do not act in time. This briefing provides senior business managers and IT managers with guidance on how changes will affect IT systems and the business as a whole. You will be able to evaluate the impact on your business and IT systems, and use the practical guidance given throughout to effectively plan and manage widespread changes. Contents include: * Strategic and technical preparation issues *"Ground rules" for introduction of the Euro implications and benefits for the business * What to do, when and how? * Guidelines for a typical project life-cycle * Information gathering and planning * Resourcing the project * Conclusion Plus a case study showing implementation in action.