Project Management

The difference between a successful Yardi implementation and a failed one is effective project management. Project management provides the necessary oversight, planning, and coordination to ensure implementations are successful, on time, and within budget. It also encompasses other key processes like risk and change management. Lynx exclusively hires Senior Project Managers with a proven track record of successful Yardi implementations and client engagements.

Our Project Managers work with our Implementation and Support teams to provide:

1. A Structured Approach to Implementation: Yardi implementations involve multiple phases— discovery, design, configuration, testing, training, and go-live. A dedicated project management approach provides a structured framework that guides the project through each stage, ensuring all tasks are completed on time and within scope.
2. Clear Goal Setting and Milestones: A well-defined project management plan includes clear objectives and milestones. This keeps the implementation on track and allows stakeholders to measure progress and address potential issues before they escalate.
3. Risk Management and Mitigation: Every software implementation comes with risks, such as data migration challenges, system integration issues, or user adoption barriers. A project manager proactively identifies these risks, develops mitigation strategies, and ensures the project stays on course even when unexpected challenges arise.
4. Change Management: Implementing a new software system requires significant changes to existing processes and workflows. Effective change management minimizes resistance and ensures a smooth transition. Project management includes developing and executing a change management plan that addresses communication, training, and support, helping users adapt to the new system with confidence.
5. Training and User Adoption: One of the most critical aspects of any software implementation is user adoption. Project management oversees training to ensure end-users are well-prepared to utilize Yardi’s features effectively, leading to a higher return on investment.
6. Resource Allocation and Budget Management: Implementing Yardi requires careful management of resources, including time, budget, and personnel. Project management ensures these resources are allocated efficiently and used effectively, preventing cost overruns and ensuring the project delivers value.
7. Enhanced Communication and Collaboration: Effective project management facilitates clear and consistent communication among all stakeholders—IT teams, end-users, management, and Yardi consultants. This fosters collaboration, reduces misunderstandings, and ensures everyone is aligned toward the same goals.
8. Customized Solutions and Integration: Yardi is a highly customizable platform, and a successful implementation often involves tailoring the software to meet specific business needs. Project management helps coordinate the customization process, ensuring integrations with existing systems are seamless and that the solutions delivered meet the business’s needs.
9. Post-Implementation Support and Optimization: The role of project management doesn’t end at go-live. Ongoing support, performance monitoring, and optimization are crucial to ensure the system continues to meet business needs. A project manager ensures a plan is in place for post-implementation support and helps the organization make continuous improvements.

We can act as your internal Yardi project manager, or we can be an additional resource to your internal project manager.