What is RDS?
A Requirements Definition Study (RDS) is the process that Provida has designed that allows you to evaluate in detail the implementation or upgrade of your Sage Accpac or Sage CRM software system before deciding whether to fully commit to the project or not. The process enables all parties to have a complete understanding of the underlying requirements and proposed solution.

The RDS can be used where clients are short on internal resources and may not have completed an internal requirements definition. The RDS will form the basis of Provida's Proposal to implement the ERP system at the client site.


What are the Outcomes of a RDS?
1. A requirements definition report
2. Project Plan
3. Proposal for full Sage Accpac or Sage CRM implementation/upgrade (including detailed costings).

Optionally it will produce the following two extra deliverables prior to a full commitment to the project:
• Design Manual
• Model Database


How much does a RDS cost?
There are different level scoping studies depending on the required evaluation time and budget:

Level 1 - $1500 (1 Day & Report)

Level 2 - $3500 (3 Days & Report)

Level 3 - $5000 (1 Week & Report)

Level 4 - $15000 (1 Month & Report)

Model database - $5000

Design manual - $8000

All prices are ex-GST.


How Long Will It Take To Complete an RDS?

The length of time obviously depends on which level RDS is selected. The time taken will also depend on the availability of client staff though. You can expect between 7 - 100 hours of on-site consulting, where consultants from Provida will need access to staff, systems and networks.

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