During the Ariba deployment, who is primarily responsible for coordinating training for end-users?

The Ariba Functional Lead plays a critical role in the deployment of SAP Ariba, particularly when it comes to coordinating training for end-users. This individual is tasked with ensuring that the implementation aligns with organizational goals and user needs. The Functional Lead is typically well-versed in the system's functionalities and how they apply to the organization's specific procurement processes.

This individual not only communicates the overall vision of the Ariba deployment but also understands the training requirements tailored to different user groups within the organization. They often collaborate with various departments, but ultimately, they have the primary responsibility for designing, coordinating, and executing the training programs that ensure end-users are equipped to use the Ariba platform effectively.

Other roles, such as the IT department, procurement team, or vendor representatives, can support the training process but do not typically assume the primary responsibility for coordinating it. The IT department may handle technical aspects and support, the procurement team might be involved in specifying functional needs, and vendor representatives can provide expertise on the product. However, none of these roles encompass the overarching responsibility for end-user training that the Ariba Functional Lead does.