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It’s an exciting time! You’ve got the vision, the strategy, and the green light to start your HCM Implementation. But recent events mean you do not have enough people to execute. It’s one of the most common and stressful challenges project leaders face: the implementation is ready to go, but the team isn’t. Whether you’re launching a new system, migrating data, or rolling out new processes, being short-staffed can threaten your timeline, quality, and morale.
Let’s explore the risks associated with being short-staffed during a system implementation project. Then we will explore what you can do when your resources don’t match your project needs.
The Risks of Being Short-Staffed for Your Implementation Project
When you work through your resource plan is usually when it becomes clear that with ongoing operations and the additional project work, you don’t have the correct number of people, or the right skillsets. Being short-staffed means you are facing the following project risks:
Delayed Timelines Lower Quality of Work Increased stress and burnout Reduced Innovation and Creativity Compromised risk management
Ignoring the risks does not make them disappear, but you can adjust. Making the following adjustments can help you bridge the gap.
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