A business portal is a significant investment; therefore it requires a well-developed strategy and thorough analysis. Developed by IBM, Business Value Assessment (BVA) is a methodology that allows you to develop a portal strategy based on the unique needs of your business. Gemini consultants are trained in using analytic tools that help to prioritize and analyze the impact of making a business portal investment, replacing an existing portal, or adding additional functions to an existing portal.

The BVA includes three modules involving onsite and offsite interviews, workshops and e-meetings. The entire business portal value analysis takes about three days over a four-week period, yielding significant benefits:

• A consensus among the line-of-business and IT management regarding the vision for business portal and associated deployment initiatives.
• A high-level cost and benefit analysis to define the value of a portal solution in financial terms.
• A solid business case to justify a portal initiative in your organization.

Module 1 – Business Value Alignment

"What should our organization do with portal?"

Gemini consultants work closely with your line-of-business managers to help you determine the best opportunities for a portal solution. Through onsite workshops and interviews, you assess portal initiatives in terms of measurable benefits compared to their ease of implementation. The discussions assist the stakeholders in reaching a shared understanding of the portal investment benefits and implementation strategy.

Module 2 – Business Value Demonstration

"What might the portal experience be for us?"

After completing the initial business value assessment, Gemini consultants build a prototype of the portal. This day in the life session provides the end users with the opportunity to actually experience the benefits of the portal, as well as better understand the potential of the portal for your organization. In addition, the prototype is a great way to demonstrate the business value of the portal to a wider audience, including value chain partners.

Module 3 – Business Case and ROI

"How can we financially justify our portal?"

Using advanced data analysis tools, including IBM’s ROI Modeler, Gemini Systems can assist your financial and technical team members in estimating the IT infrastructure costs and personnel required for the implementation of a business portal solution. A detailed report outlining benefit areas, ROI opportunities, and cash flows is a great way to accelerate adoption of a portal initiative in your organization.

Gemini has extensive knowledge and experience in implementing portal solutions aligned with strategic business goals. Our consultants and technical specialists can help you develop and deploy a portal solution that can generate maximum business value for your organization.

By taking advantage of Gemini Systems' expertise in BVA, portal development, and implementation, you ensure a solid foundation for realizing your strategic business goals.

For more information on Gemini Systems' expertise please contact us.