Tasks and Duties
Task Objective
The objective of this task is to develop a strategic plan for a SAP SuccessFactors module selection and high-level integration architecture. As a Junior SAP SuccessFactors Consultant Intern, you will explore the key functionalities of various SuccessFactors modules, analyze their strategic benefits, and outline a plan for how these modules can be effectively integrated into a business' HR processes.
Expected Deliverables
- A comprehensive DOC file (minimum 5 pages) containing your strategic planning document.
- A detailed explanation of the selection process for one or two SuccessFactors modules best suited to address common HR challenges.
- A proposed high-level integration architecture illustrated with diagrams and process flows.
Key Steps to Complete the Task
- Research publicly available materials on SAP SuccessFactors modules, focusing on core functionalities, benefits, and typical use cases.
- Identify and justify your selection of one or two modules that you believe best address strategic HR needs.
- Develop a high-level architectural plan that shows how these modules can be integrated within a business ecosystem. Include a discussion on potential integration challenges and strategies to overcome them.
- Create diagrams to visually represent the integration architecture.
- Document your strategic planning process, key findings, and recommendations in a structured format within a DOC file.
Evaluation Criteria
- Clarity and depth of the research.
- Innovation and practicality of the chosen modules and proposed plans.
- The logical coherence and detail of the integration architecture diagram(s).
- Overall organization, presentation, and adherence to the task guidelines.
This task requires approximately 30-35 hours of work and must be fully self-contained. The final deliverable must be submitted as a DOC file. Ensure that your work is original and does not rely on internal resources or proprietary content.
Task Objective
This task focuses on the configuration and customization planning of a selected SAP SuccessFactors module. As an aspiring consultant, you will be required to develop a detailed configuration plan that demonstrates your ability to align module functionalities with business requirements. The exercise will test your understanding of core SuccessFactors features and your ability to propose tailored solutions that can be used by diverse organizations.
Expected Deliverables
- A DOC file (approximately 5-7 pages) outlining your configuration and customization plan.
- A detailed configuration roadmap that includes key settings, variant options, and customization steps.
- An analytical write-up discussing how the configurations address specific business needs and HR challenges.
Key Steps to Complete the Task
- Review publicly available documentation and articles on SAP SuccessFactors configuration processes.
- Select a module (such as Employee Central, Performance & Goals, or a similar module) and create a scenario where customization is required to meet a specific business case.
- Outline a step-by-step configuration plan, detailing key settings, decision points, and customization elements.
- Include flowcharts or diagrams to illustrate the configuration process and key integrations.
- Discuss potential challenges and risk mitigations with the proposed configuration.
- Compile your findings and proposed plan in a DOC file, ensuring that all information is well-categorized and clearly explained.
Evaluation Criteria
- Thoroughness in the research and planning process.
- Clarity in documenting configuration steps and rationales.
- Quality of diagrams and process flows.
- Ability to foresee and address potential challenges.
Your configuration and customization planning task should take approximately 30-35 hours to complete. Submit your final document in DOC format ensuring that your explanation is detailed and the plan is feasible.
Task Objective
This task is aimed at developing and executing a set of testing scenarios for the SAP SuccessFactors module configuration you planned previously. As a Junior SAP SuccessFactors Consultant Intern, your goal is to create a comprehensive testing plan that identifies key test cases, expected outcomes, and contingency plans. This exercise will demonstrate your attention to detail and your ability to troubleshoot potential issues in module execution.
Expected Deliverables
- A DOC file (around 5-7 pages) containing your detailed testing plan and execution strategy.
- A set of test cases including input conditions, expected outputs, and descriptive flowcharts or diagrams.
- An analysis of potential risks and the steps to mitigate them during the testing phase.
Key Steps to Complete the Task
- Review literature on standard testing methodologies for SAP SuccessFactors and similar systems using publicly available resources.
- Create a framework for testing the module you selected in Week 2, including scenarios that cover typical use cases and edge cases.
- Document each test case in detail, including objectives, steps, expected results, and approach for documenting deviations.
- Develop contingency plans and risk mitigation strategies in case any test fails.
- Illustrate the testing workflow through diagrams or flowcharts and include them in your final document.
Evaluation Criteria
- Detail and accuracy of the testing scenarios.
- Relevance and comprehensiveness of test cases.
- Clarity of risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
- Quality of the supporting diagrams or flowcharts.
This task is expected to require approximately 30-35 hours of work. The final deliverable must be submitted as a DOC file, fully self-contained and not requiring any proprietary resources.
Task Objective
The focus of this week is to design a user training and change management strategy tailored to the selected SAP SuccessFactors module. As part of the consulting internship, you need to develop a comprehensive training plan that not only educates users on how to effectively use the module but also addresses the change management challenges typical to HR technology transformations.
Expected Deliverables
- A DOC file (minimum of 5 pages) detailing your user training and change management plan.
- A well-structured training manual outline that covers modules of the training curriculum.
- An analysis of anticipated user resistance, strategies for engagement, and change management techniques.
Key Steps to Complete the Task
- Conduct research using publicly available data and best practice guidelines on user training and change management in HR technology implementations.
- Develop a detailed training curriculum for end users of the chosen SuccessFactors module, including session plans, training objectives, and assessment metrics.
- Create a change management strategy that addresses common challenges such as user resistance, system adoption hurdles, and communication strategies.
- Design visual aids such as flowcharts or timelines that map out the training and change management process.
- Document the strategy with clear explanations, anticipated outcomes, and methods for feedback collection and performance measurement in a structured DOC file.
Evaluation Criteria
- Depth of understanding of user training and change management principles.
- Ability to address potential challenges and propose viable solutions.
- Clarity and thoroughness in the training manual outline and schedule.
- Quality of documentation and presentation in the final DOC file.
This task is designed to be completed in approximately 30-35 hours. The final output must be a self-contained DOC file, with all information presented in a clear and organized manner.
Task Objective
The final week of the internship focuses on synthesizing the learning and work completed in previous tasks. You will develop a comprehensive evaluation report that outlines key performance metrics, success stories, and areas for improvement. Additionally, you are required to propose a future roadmap with recommendations for further enhancements of the SAP SuccessFactors module strategy, configuration, and implementation effectiveness.
Expected Deliverables
- A DOC file (at least 6 pages) summarizing your project evaluation and proposing a roadmap for future improvements.
- A detailed analysis of performance metrics, including pre-defined KPIs, that determine the success of the configurations and implementations.
- Graphical representations (charts, graphs, timelines) depicting performance trends and future projections.
Key Steps to Complete the Task
- Review and summarize the strategies, configurations, testing scenarios, and training plans developed in Weeks 1-4.
- Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics that could be used to evaluate the success of a SAP SuccessFactors module implementation.
- Discuss the impact of the configurations and user training on overall system performance and user satisfaction.
- Develop a detailed future roadmap outlining suggested enhancements, additional features, or process optimizations.
- Create diagrams and charts to visually support your evaluation and future recommendations.
- Compile all your findings and recommendations in a well-organized DOC file, ensuring that the narrative flows logically and is supported by quantitative and qualitative data.
Evaluation Criteria
- Comprehensiveness and depth of the overall project evaluation.
- Clarity and accuracy of the performance metrics and KPIs.
- Innovation and feasibility of the proposed future roadmap.
- Quality of supplemental graphical documentation.
This wrap-up task is expected to require approximately 30-35 hours of work. The final deliverable must be submitted as a DOC file, and all content should be self-contained, not requiring any additional internal or proprietary resources.