Technology Implementation Paper Tec 401

Technology Implementation Paper Introducing new technology into an organization can be a difficult and time-consuming task. “Enterprises cannot effectively implement technologies such as the Internet, Intranets, extranets, group support systems, and knowledge management without drastically changing the way business operates” (Regan & O’Connor, 2002). The employees of the organization must accept the new technology to create a smooth transition. Employees are defined by the culture in the organization which is predominantly influenced by the leaders. The leaders are responsible for communicating all aspects of the technological changes to their staff. “For each new technology introduced to an organization, there will be stages of implementation that include resource development (budget), evaluation, selection, installation, training, pilot projects, mini-implementations, and, finally, full implementation” (Learning Point Associates, 2010). Throughout this process, communication is vital. Communication of changes should include project plans, implementation plans, training plans, and support strategies.
Project Plans Project plans should be communicated through a project team. The project team should include a group of multidisciplinary people that have the knowledge and skills required to properly introduce the new technology. The individuals that comprise this team should include someone who helped develop the technology, the person responsible for the installation of the technology, the person responsible for the operations of the technology once installed, and someone from the management team for the organization implementing the new technology. This group will be the decision-makers for any concerns that arise through the communication and implementation process. The project team is responsible for developing the plans to implement the technology smoothly. Their communication to the individuals of the organization should be