Software Implementation Analyst

The software implementation analyst ensures that deployments of new applications or upgrades are planned and carried out correctly. They act as a bridge between the software developer and the IT infrastructure team that handles installation and maintenance, says CarlCarbetta, vice president of operations development at CIPartners, an executive search firm. They determine whether the applications interoperate with existing systems and plan for customization or integration work. This person may be involved in testing, creating documentation and dealing with end users
When a company buys packaged software, it has to adapt it tits operations and processes. "If you don't have your own staffer involved in that implementation to make sure that the vendors understand your needs, you run the risk of the implementation moving off your business plan," says Eugene Farago, an account executive with the IT and metals division of Hudson, a recruitment and talent management firm.
The software implementation analyst also acts as an agent of change for the company, steering it through an often risky but necessary process, he says. This means addressing user concerns while keeping the implementation on track. Finally, with IT environments becoming more heterogeneous, the need for someone with detailed knowledge of a company's business and technology increases, experts say.
Software implementation analysts move around a lot and many dcontract work, so they network a lot. Try businessoriented social networking sites like LinkedIn. A potential hire should be meticulous, process oriented, methodic and cool under pressure. They should be able to build relationships across the business and IT.