Keys to successful problem solution implementation!

Let me start by defining the word 'implementation' itself. Implementation simply means, 'carrying out, execution, or practice of a plan, a method, or any design for doing something'. According to me, its the phase in a project where 'the rubber finally meets the road'.
There are three basic stages involved:

                         I.      Planning and preparing to implement the solution.

                      II.      Implementing and monitoring the action.

                   III.      Reviewing and analyzing the success of the action.

Planning and preparation is the key to successful implementation which involve:

• Constructing a plan of action

1. The actions required.
2. Scheduling the actions.
3. The resources required.
4. Measures to counter adverse consequences.
5. Management of the action.
6. Reviewing the plan.

• Selecting, briefing and training those involved.

Reviewing and analyzing the success of the action consists of:

• Measure the success of the solution by comparing the outcome of the action with the expected results.
• Analyze any discrepancy to identify the reasons for it.
• Take further action if necessary.

Apart from the stages involved, a successful implementation requires:

Identifying / analyzing the problem in hand.

Preparing a charter and identifying the critical path in the projects implementation strategy.

Getting the top managements buy-in (or getting them involved in the project) and the customer / end-user buy in.

Do a pilot before actual implementation & most of all, COMMUNICATE effectively right from the beginning to avoid resistance.