Resources for spreadsheet Validation

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 Resources for spreadsheet Validation

Many spreadsheet projects fail due to a lack of communication between the spreadsheet users and the people responsible for validation of the spreadsheets.

It cannot be over emphasized how important it is to get full and complete buy in from the spreadsheet users.


The key reasons for this are detailed below.

• Often the spreadsheet users were the developers of the spreadsheet, and they have both intimate knowledge, and a sense of ownership of their creation.

• The users know where and how the spreadsheets can be improved, and exactly where the deficiencies lie between the spreadsheet and the business process being undertaken.

• The users are the people who defined the User Requirements, and an error when defining the requirements cascades throughout the lifecycle to result in a spreadsheet that may not be fit for purpose.


The user/owners invariably have the highest burden to bear during a spreadsheet validation project, their buy-in is critical to remaining on time and on budget.

The project should be planned such that they are fully aware of the benefits of validation, and wherever possible additional benefits, such as improved working practices, should be incorporated.

Action should be taken at an early stage to resolve any resourcing issues; and it is recommended that suitable temporary/contract staff are recruited if there is any doubt as to the availability of internal resources to complete the project on time.

In a project where repeatability and efficiency are key factors, the project team need to maintain a momentum to get maximum benefit from the streamlined process.

 

“Trust but Verify “ Ronald Reagan

 

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