Business Drivers

All SofTools web-based business applications support on-time in-budget delivery against key strategic and operational performance indicators.

Solutions are configured to meet three specific client needs:

• A. Accelerated Results
  The modular design and scalable platform allows 'configuration-in-a-day' and rapid implementation of client-specific solutions.
• B. Best Practice
  Integrates proven business methods within a complete performance support environment to sustain continuous performance improvement.
• C. Control and Confidence
  Visibility, control and confidence provided via performance scorecards [red-amber-green] & management dashboards.

Building Blocks

Increased visibility, control and confidence over critical business operations are enabled via standard product modules:

• Homepage dashboards showing a portfolio overview of performance and activities - personalised for different user groups
• Interactive Templates reflecting best practice business management process
• Report writer providing up-to-date information to drive monthly management review meetings
• My Space allows users to personalise the application
• An Online Coach that trains, educated and informs users as and when required
• A 'Knowledge Cube' presenting electronic resources (documents, presentations etc.) via a single click
• Expert Forums provides a web-space for exchange of insights and ideas
• Open Item management allows the tracking of actions, risks, opportunities and insights
• Configurator allows applications to be configured to client specific needs in a day

Configuration-in-a-day

The modular construction of the SofTools platform allows dynamic Rapid Application Development (RAD) - client specific applications can be created within a 24 hour period.

Preparation - "Idea"
Clarification of business needs and mapping of operating processes using structured templates

One-day configuration workshop - "Implement"
Set-up and configuration of the new application, coding of process templates using database entries, creation of standard reports and build of homepage dashboard. Go-live!

Follow-up - "Improve"
Training, user validation and system modifications