How do I select software?
Software selection is hard. Very hard. There are often countless options available these days. But hey, don't give up. I'll guide you through the processes with my unique approach.
Map your processes
Let me deep dive in your processes. How does your organisation currently work? Instead of spending days or weeks on interviews, I become one of your colleagues. Yes, you got me right. By becoming a colleague, I will do most of the jobs that are currently being done in your organisation. I walk the talk. This method takes a bit more time, but I add way more value along the way.
Define your challenges
By working in the different departments, I discover what the biggest challenges are. We rank them together by priority so that we tackle the most important ones first.
Decide which problems you want to solve
Based on the challenges and the future plan of your organisation, we determine the main objectives of the project.
Compare different solutions
Now we can get started and start with the supplier selection process. Based on the output of the previous steps I'll create a first list of possible suppliers.
Create a shortlist
Out of the list of suppliers, we will create a shortlist of the top 3 to 5 most promising solutions.
Asses the different options
I'll compare the solutions in detail. Both on functionality as well as on the service part to make sure that the fit is just good.
Do a proof-of-concept
We'll invite one or two suppliers to do a proof of concept. This helps you (and the supplier) to better understand each other and to get a hands on experience with the solution.
GO!
At the end of the process we'll take the final decision and we'll start implementing the solution.
TESTIMONIALS
Great people who've worked with me
Rutger has assisted UBA in its digital transformation. More specifically in the implementation of an integrated, reliable and cost-efficient IT system. He answered the needs of a non-profit organisation in a pragmatic manner and proposes future-proof solutions that can evolve with the changing needs of an organisation.
Luc Suykens
CEO It was a true pleasure to work together with Rutger. One of the smartest people I know. Is very good at getting to the bottom of a problem and finding a great solution that benefits everybody. Without forgetting about the bigger picture.
Working with him has been a wonderful journey! He is a true professional and a big gentleman! I wish everybody could have a Rutger Meekers in his company! Keep up the excellent work, Rutger!
Riccardo Straccia
Chief Product Officer Rutger is objective- and client oriented professional and takes pragmatic ways to achieve goals and solve problems. When proposing new solutions he looks at processes from helicopter view and also takes care about details. He knows how to get things moving.
