1. Master Data Conversion
Convert 60,000+ valid cost strings to new account structure
Define functional area, public/non-public, and available/unavailable for each item
Define type of account and associated faculty member

2. Pilot Group Training & Conversion
Conversion Timeline
SAP 101 Sessions
Train on system functionality & changes to master data
September 11 – September 29
Pilot Group Training & Conversion
Test Training materials
Develop SMEs to assist with full conversion
Conversion Mapping by pilot departments – September 27 – October 11
All Units Conversion
Training for all users beginning October 9th
Conversion first pass to be completed by mid-November
Additional analysis and mapping early January & early May
Expected Outcomes of Pilot Group
Visibility for focus in areas for targeted reductions and consolidations
Ability to test training materials and guidance for clarity
Training of additional SMEs in a variety of areas to assist in full conversion exercise
Users begin to gain familiarity with new structures and concepts for design

3. Outcomes of Conversion Mapping
Testing our Structures
Visibility for focus in areas for targeted reductions and consolidations
Ability to test training materials for guidance and clarity
Training of additional Subject Matter Experts in a variety of areas to assist in full conversion exercise
Users begin to gain familiarity with new structures and concepts for design