Project impact assessment

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In an environment where information systems (IS) play a key role in business performance, every project, every evolution or transformation has significant potential repercussions.

Carrying out an impact study then becomes an essential step in measuring the consequences of the planned changes on the IS architecture. Thanks to Carto-SI, assessing the impact of a project is not only made easier, but also optimized to guarantee informed and effective decision-making.

What is an impact study in an IS context?

An impact study, also known as an impact analysis, involves assessing the consequences of a project or change on the various components of an information system: applications, business processes, infrastructures and data flows. It aims to answer several strategic questions:

• Which IS elements will be directly or indirectly affected?
• What potential risks (interruptions, security breaches, budget overruns) need to be anticipated?
• How can we minimize negative effects and maximize opportunities?

Carrying out a rigorous impact study is an essential step in project management, whether for migrations, infrastructure modernization or software upgrades.

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The benefits of impact assessment with Carto-SI

Carto-SI provides companies with a dedicated tool to simplify and enrich their impact analyses. Here are the main advantages of the tool for this type of assessment:

1. Clear visualization of dependencies

Carto-SI provides exhaustive mapping of links between applications, infrastructures, data flows and business processes. This makes it possible to :

• Quickly identify critical dependencies and areas of high potential impact.
• Visualize interactions in an intuitive format using dynamic diagrams.

2. Accurate, contextualized impact analysis

The tool integrates advanced functionalities for :

• Identify components directly affected by a project.
• Assess the cascading impact on other IS elements.
• Measure the risks associated with specific modifications.

3. Support for impact analysis methodologies

Carto-SI adapts to different impact analysis methods, such as :

• The qualitative method (description of risks and opportunities).
• The quantitative method (quantifying costs, benefits and impacts).
• The hybrid approach, combining the two.

4. Anticipation and risk reduction

By highlighting sensitive areas of the IS, Carto-SI helps to :

• Prioritize corrective actions before project implementation.
• Guarantee operational continuity by anticipating potential interruptions.

5. Documentation and reporting

Carto-SI generates detailed, up-to-date reports to document the impact study. These reports provide a solid basis for validating decisions with stakeholders.

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When and why carry out an impact study?

An impact study is required in many cases, particularly when :

• A project involves critical IS components (strategic applications, sensitive databases, network infrastructures).
• Complex dependencies make it difficult to assess the effects of change.
• A company wants to anticipate the risks associated with a digital transformation (cloud migration, deployment of new software solutions, etc.).

The main aim of an impact study is to minimize the unexpected and maximize the expected benefits. With a clear view of the possible consequences, companies can avoid costly mistakes and maintain business continuity.

Frequently asked questions about impact assessment with Carto-SI

How to measure the impact of a project with Carto-SI?
Carto-SI uses a combination of visual mapping and detailed analysis to identify affected components and quantify impacts, whether technical, financial or organizational.

What impact indicators can be tracked?
Carto-SI measures indicators such as :

• Affected components (applications, flows, infrastructures).
• Estimated costs (interruption, migration, resources).
• Turnaround times and efforts to mitigate risks.

Integrate impact assessment into your strategy with Carto-SI

Carto-SI is more than just an impact assessment tool; it is an integral part of overall IS management, providing concrete answers at every stage of a project. Whether to secure a transformation, anticipate disruptions or maximize performance, the tool offers a turnkey solution tailored to the requirements of modern information systems.

By choosing Carto-SI for your impact studies, you equip your company with a strategic ally, guaranteeing better-informed decisions, proactive risk management and enhanced efficiency.