Preparing for the Pilot

Applies To: Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2003 with SP1, Windows Server 2003 with SP2

Preparation for the pilot deployment begins in the developing phase of the project. The release management team sends communications to the participants about their role in the pilot and prepares an inventory of the software and hardware that will be used with Windows Server 2003. Finally, the testing team prepares procedures and tests to aid in the rollout and the validation of the success of the rollout.

Figure 4.4 illustrates what is involved in preparing for the pilot and when this step occurs in the deployment pilot project.

Figure 4.4   Preparing for the Pilot