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Pre-Implementation Checklist: Prepare for a Smooth Close Automation Rollout

A step-by-step checklist to help finance teams prepare their people, data, and systems for a seamless close automation launch.

Pre-Implementation Checklist: Prepare for a Smooth Close Automation Rollout
  • Follow a structured, 4-part checklist covering team setup, data readiness, entity structure, and system access.
  • Identify all key roles and responsibilities to ensure ownership and accountability from day one.
  • Verify your data integrity and multi-entity configurations before implementation begins.
  • Align IT, finance, and leadership teams around a clear rollout plan for a faster go-live.

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What’s included in this material

  • A comprehensive pre-implementation checklist ready for download and internal use.
  • Detailed steps for team, data, entity, and access preparation.
  • Practical guidance on common blockers and how to resolve them before rollout.
  • A companion 30-day implementation timeline from initial setup to full production.

Who is it intended for?

  • Finance transformation leads planning or managing automation projects.
  • CFOs and controllers preparing their teams for close automation adoption.
  • Implementation managers or project leads coordinating ERP or automation rollouts.
  • Finance teams seeking a proactive roadmap for a smooth go-live experience.

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