【正文】 as required during the project ? Assist in the creation of deliverables and help verify accuracy, thoroughness ? Lead team activities ? Provide industry functional and analytical skills ? Provide external perspective based on knowledge of industry trends and best practices ? Ensure project deadlines are met and deliverables exceed quality expectations Section 4: Project Team 18 169。 1999 Arthur Andersen, Andersen Worldwide SC. All rights reserved. Estimated Project Timeline The estimated time frame for this project is 1012 weeks. The actual time frame is dependent upon several factors, including the availability of Plaskolite resources and software vendor responsiveness. This timeline is based on our understanding of your needs and our experience with projects of this nature. Selection Step Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 Week 9 Week 10 Review Current State Identify Process Improvement Opportunities Identify Requirements amp。 “KnockOut” Criteria Research Software Alternatives Develop Preliminary Cost Estimate Define Business Scenarios/Conduct SW Demos Negotiate and Complete Cost Estimate Evaluate Vendors and Choose Finalist Implementation Planning Checkpoint Checkpoint Section 5: Project Timing 19 169。 1999 Arthur Andersen, Andersen Worldwide SC. All rights reserved. Project Assumptions amp。 Fee Estimate Our fees for this project will be $135,000, plus out of pocket expenses. We will bill you in three equal installments. We have made the following assumptions in developing our fee estimate. If any of these assumptions do not hold true, our fee estimate could be impacted. ? A senior executive within Plaskolite will sponsor the project and has overall responsibility for the project’s success. ? A project steering mittee, consisting of Plaskolite executive management, will stay actively involved in monitoring and directing the project. ? Plaskolite will mit to providing project resources as described in the project anization chart. ? Two ( days for each) software demonstrations will be conducted. ? Project pletion according to the provided schedule is dependent upon the ability to schedule time with both Plaskolite personnel and the software vendors. ? Our fee estimate does not include Arthur Andersen participation in vendor/reference site visits. Section 6: Project Costs 20 169。 1999 Arthur Andersen, Andersen Worldwide SC. All rights reserved. The Arthur Andersen Difference Our Experienced Team We have proposed a team with vast experience in facilitating clients through package software selections and implementations in the manufacturing industry. Integrated software is the core of our consulting services. Our broad experiences have enabled us to work with many different products in a variety of different manufacturing environments. Facilitative Approach We take your agenda as our own and work with your representatives to help articulate your requirements with our industry expertise to ensure mutual ownership and selection of a package based on these objective facts. We believe we are uniquely qualified to help you in this important initiative. Middle Market Focus Integrated Business Solutions Our consulting approach focuses on implementing integrated business solutions that address all aspects of Plaskolite: strategy, process, people, and technology. Objectivity/Independence We have a vested interest in providing the right solutions for our clients, not solutions that are limited by our relationships or agreements. We provide a proven methodology that helps clients leverage enabling technologies that fit their requirements, not ours. Local Resources We have over 50 consultants in our Columbus office and over 140 in the state of Ohio. Being local positions us to be more responsive and provide high quality service at a more reasonable cost. Global Knowledge We have a global infrastructure from which we leverage. We have a package software petency center that performs work extensively with application selections and implementations. We have alliances with industry research groups and market analysis firms. We use our KnowledgeSpace and Global Best Practices to share insight internally and with our clients. We focus on the middle market. We operate in small, nimble teams that collaborate with your team to deliver realistic, practical solutions that work in a pany your size. Section 7: Arthur Andersen 21 169。 1999 Arthur Andersen, Andersen Worldwide SC. All rights reserved. Resumes Todd Fisher Background Todd is the Partner who leads Arthur Andersen39。s Business Consulting practice in Columbus. Todd has over 13 years of consulting experience with the firm working with clients in the distribution and manufacturing industries. He provides consulting services to clients on process reengineering and operational improvement, as well as, information systems planning, design, and implementation. Todd received his BA in Mathematics and Computer Science from Capital University. He is certified in production and inventory management (CPIM) by The American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS). Representative Clients: ? Ross Labs ? Ashland Chemical ? Advanced Drainage Systems ? Belden Wire amp。 Cable ? Safelite Glass ? Drug Emporium ? Cardinal Health ? The Butler Co. ? Anomatic Corporation ? Stanley Electric ? Pioneer Industrial Components Industry Expertise: ? Process Manufacturing ? Consumer Products ? Electrical Products ? Industrial Products ? Automotive ? WholesaleDistribution Relevant Experience Profile: ? Currently leading two ERP implementations, an automotive supplier (PeopleSoft) and a packaging products manufacturer (Symix). ? Engagement partner for an ERP im