FILLED (ref # DM4178) Solution Architect - Content Management System

Solution Architect - Content Management system
Interim, 4 months,
London Based,
Competitive Rate,
Immediate start

Role Summary

Our client is a Global Publishing Company with operations in over 70 countries.
The rapid change of demand for traditional printed product to various digital presentations has increased the pressure on running an effective and efficient digital Content Management System (CMS).

They are looking for a Solution Architect to lead a small team to analyse and transform the variety of Content Management Systems that exist within the business outside the USA. There will be a need to understand how to analyse/replace IT business applications whilst considering the impact they have on people and processes.

Details

The major outcome from the initial phase of the project work, to be completed in Jan 2012, will be the Systems Architecture for the recommended CMS that offers a standardized and efficient solution to leverage content outside the USA.

Key activities are :

* Evaluating 'AS-IS' systems / tools that are being used in main countries / businesses
* Assessing key system options
* Providing a rationale for key system decisions (and/or description of further required analysis)
* Designing overall high level systems architecture for CMS
* Creating high level implementation roadmap
* Evaluating investments costs
* Outlining major initiatives and next steps
* Presenting key decisions for the Design Authority.

Key skills and Requirements

Mandatory

* At least 5 years experience as a Solution Architect, understanding business requirements and formulating business solutions that align technology to Business Strategy.
* Experience of reflecting how people and processes will be impacted/supported by the Systems Architecture
* A track record of developing Business Solutions that are accepted by a wide range of senior stakeholders ............ persuasive whilst winning 'hearts and minds'

Desirable

* Electronic Publishing and Content Management experience is desirable but not essential

Logistics:

Duration: 4 months
Location: London based
Rate: Competitive Rate
Start Date: Immediate