The Data Center renovation project is nearing the end of the first phase. Most recently workers relocated all of the rack-based equipment and completed replacement of the power distribution equipment.
Unified Desktop Initiative Update
The Unified Desktop Initiative is currently in the planning stages. Progress has been slowed while Brett Cook provides support for the Audio/Visual area.
NOC & OTEC Implement Time Tracking
As part of iCIT’s ongoing efforts to implement and improve project managment, several members of NOC and OTEC recently began using time-tracking methods. Time-tracking is a tool that categorizes how employees spend their time on various projects throughout a work week. This provides benefits to both the individuals and the managers in these departments. Those who use time-tracking are able to discover how their time is being used on projects and contribuitng to departmental goals. Time-tracking also enables managers to see how time and personnel resources are being allocated to projects. This allows them to make better decisions, set priorities and improve project planning.
Identity Management Project
The Identity Management Project (see description in previous story) has completed the needs assessment stage and is currently working on strategy definition. The technical assessment and acquisition phase should be completed in early 2007 and the solution should be deployed during February-April 2007.
PS8.9 Post Implementation Review
The PeopleSoft 8.9 upgrade was completed on time at the beginning of August. The successful completion of this project was due in large part to the heroic efforts of some iCIT staff and members of the user community. In reviewing this project, it was agreed that future projects would benefit from engaging in better planning. While the sacrifice and hard work of a few team member is very appreciated, better planning for future projects should minimize the need for such heroic efforts.