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Deploying a new technology can be a stressful and disruptive proposition. The project development process is often full of unknowns and vague vendor promises, and end users may be anxious and resistant to change. Without the necessary interventions, the end result is frustration, disappointment, and lost productivity.

We can never fully eradicate the stresses of a major technology change. However, the highs and lows of Drupal deployment can be smoothed out by applying effective adoption strategies throughout the lifecycle of a project.

From pre-engagement to post-launch, there are dozens of potential intervention points where steps can be taken to ensure a more successful Drupal adoption. The benefits of taking these steps can include:

informed technology selection
more effective and realistic discovery
identification and implementation of best practices
stronger governance policies and procedures for developers and vendors
realistic stakeholder expectations
training in-house dev or IT teams in modern methods
well-prepared end users
a smoother and more effective rollout
improved team morale and satisfaction
In this session, we will explore how you can integrate adoption strategies into the various stages of your Drupal deployment project. Topics of discussion will include the inherent organizational challenges of a major Drupal deployment, opportunities for intervention, and recommendations for taking advantage of these opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.

Join Jill Moraca, Manager of Web Development Services at Princeton University; Ross Nunamaker, Manager, eMarketing Strategy & Analytics, Medical Systems Group of Olympus of America; and Ray Saltini, Drupal Evangelist and Director of Blink Institute training and adoption services as they use real-world examples from Princeton, Olympus and other complex Drupal projects to give new perspective to this essential topic.