Source India-Based Implementation Specialists for Your Opera Cloud Projects
Access certified Opera Cloud expertise at 40-60% lower cost while maintaining exceptional quality and accelerating deployment timelines
Expert Opera Cloud Resources When You Need Them
As hotels worldwide migrate to Opera Cloud, qualified implementation resources are in critically short supply. Cordiant's specialized Opera Cloud implementation resources provide the expertise you need—whether you're a hotel seeking direct implementation support or an implementation company looking to augment your teams.
Our India-based Opera Cloud specialists deliver exceptional quality at 40-60% lower cost than US-based alternatives, helping you accelerate deployments, reduce expenses, and ensure successful migrations.
The Implementation Challenge
The industry-wide migration to Opera Cloud has created unprecedented demand for qualified implementation resources. Many hotels and implementation companies are experiencing project delays, quality issues, and cost overruns due to resource constraints. Our specialized Opera Cloud resources help you overcome these challenges with certified expertise, proven implementation methodologies, and cost-effective staffing solutions.
Our Implementation Services
Comprehensive Opera Cloud implementation solutions for hotels and partners
Direct Implementation Support
Our certified Opera Cloud consultants can work directly with hotels to manage their migration from legacy systems to Opera Cloud. We handle the entire implementation process, from initial planning and configuration through data migration, testing, training, and go-live support.
This service is ideal for properties that need comprehensive implementation assistance without the premium costs of traditional consulting firms.
Implementation Team Augmentation
For implementation companies and hotel groups with existing project teams, we provide specialized resources to augment your capabilities. Our consultants integrate with your teams, work under your management, and help you scale capacity to meet client demands.
This flexible model allows you to expand or contract resources as needed throughout the project lifecycle.
Implementation Quality Assurance
Our Opera Cloud experts can provide independent quality assurance for your implementation projects, reviewing configurations, testing plans, data migration strategies, and cutover procedures.
This service helps identify potential issues before they impact your go-live, ensuring a smoother transition and reducing post-implementation problems.
Post-Implementation Support
After go-live, our specialists can provide ongoing support to stabilize your Opera Cloud environment, optimize configurations, troubleshoot issues, and train hotel staff.
This service ensures your property maximizes the benefits of Opera Cloud while minimizing operational disruptions during the transition period.
Implementation Expertise
Specialized knowledge across all aspects of Opera Cloud implementation
Opera Cloud System Configuration
Our consultants have deep expertise in all aspects of Opera Cloud configuration, including property setup, room types, rate plans, packages, policies, taxes, interfaces, and user management. We ensure your system is configured to meet your specific operational requirements while following industry best practices.
Data Migration & Cleansing
We specialize in migrating data from legacy Opera, third-party PMS systems, and other hotel applications to Opera Cloud. Our structured approach includes data assessment, cleansing, mapping, extraction, transformation, validation, and loading, ensuring data integrity throughout the process.
Integration Management
Our team has extensive experience implementing and testing Opera Cloud integrations, including payment processors, channel managers, CRS systems, loyalty programs, and property-specific interfaces. We ensure all systems communicate properly with Opera Cloud at go-live.
User Training & Adoption
We provide comprehensive training for front desk, reservations, housekeeping, revenue management, and back-office staff to ensure successful adoption. Our training approach combines standard Opera Cloud processes with your specific configurations and procedures.
Cutover Planning & Execution
We develop detailed cutover plans that minimize operational disruption during the transition to Opera Cloud. Our specialists manage the critical cutover period, addressing issues quickly and ensuring business continuity throughout the process.
Go-Live Support & Stabilization
Our experts provide intensive support during the critical go-live period, resolving issues quickly, coaching staff, and ensuring a smooth transition. We continue support through the stabilization phase until your team is fully comfortable with the new system.
The India Advantage
Why our India-based delivery model creates exceptional value
Significant Cost Savings
Our India-based Opera Cloud resources provide 40-60% cost savings compared to US-based consultants, allowing you to implement Opera Cloud within budget constraints or reallocate savings to other priority areas.
Certified Expertise
Our team includes Oracle-certified Opera Cloud consultants with extensive implementation experience across various hotel types and operational environments. We maintain rigorous training and certification standards to ensure consistent quality.
24/7 Implementation Support
Our team operates across time zones, enabling continuous progress on implementation activities and providing around-the-clock support during critical project phases. This model accelerates timelines and ensures rapid response to issues.
Scalable Resources
As your implementation needs grow, our India-based model allows you to quickly scale resources without the recruitment challenges and costs associated with building in-house teams or contracting with US-based consultants.
Implementation Models
Flexible engagement options to match your specific needs
Staff Augmentation Model
We provide dedicated Opera Cloud consultants who work under your management, integrating with your existing teams and processes while following your implementation methodology.
- Flexible commitment periods from 1 to 12+ months
- Scale resources up or down as needed
- Work directly in your systems and tools
- 40-60% cost savings vs. US resources
Ideal for: Implementation companies and hotel groups with internal project management
Managed Implementation Model
We deliver a complete end-to-end Opera Cloud implementation project with our team handling all aspects from planning through go-live and stabilization.
- Fixed-scope, fixed-price engagement
- End-to-end project management
- Clear deliverables and milestones
- Weekly progress reporting
Ideal for: Hotels seeking turnkey implementation services
Hybrid Implementation Model
We create a customized combination of managed services and staff augmentation that balances your involvement with our expertise and resources.
- Flexible project management options
- Adaptable resource allocation
- Balanced approach to implementation
- Leverages your knowledge and our expertise
Ideal for: Complex implementations with varying resource requirements
Implementation Process
Our structured approach to successful Opera Cloud migrations
Discovery & Assessment
We begin with a comprehensive assessment of your current systems, processes, requirements, and migration objectives. This phase establishes the foundation for implementation planning.
Implementation Planning
Based on the assessment, we develop a detailed implementation plan, including timeline, resource requirements, data migration strategy, training approach, and cutover procedures.
System Configuration
Our consultants configure Opera Cloud to match your operational requirements, including property setup, room types, rate plans, packages, policies, taxes, interfaces, and user management.
Data Migration
We execute the data migration strategy, extracting data from legacy systems, performing necessary transformations, validating quality, and loading into Opera Cloud. Multiple test migrations ensure data integrity.
Integration Setup & Testing
Our team implements and thoroughly tests all required integrations, ensuring seamless communication between Opera Cloud and your other hotel systems.
Training & Preparation
We provide comprehensive training for all relevant staff, including system fundamentals, department-specific functions, and administrative procedures.
Cutover & Go-Live
Our specialists manage the critical cutover process, transitioning operations from legacy systems to Opera Cloud with minimal disruption. Intensive support ensures rapid resolution of issues.
Post-Implementation Support
After go-live, we provide ongoing support to stabilize the system, address user questions, optimize configurations, and ensure a smooth transition.
Our Opera Cloud Specialists
Profiles of the certified experts available to support your implementation needs
Implementation Consultant
Opera Cloud Specialist
- Experience: 3-5+ years with Opera/Opera Cloud
- Skills: System configuration, data migration, testing, training
- Role: Handles day-to-day implementation tasks, configuration, and testing
- Certification: Oracle Opera Cloud Implementation Specialist
Senior Implementation Consultant
Lead Opera Cloud Specialist
- Experience: 7-10+ years with Opera/Opera Cloud
- Skills: Advanced configuration, complex migrations, integration management
- Role: Leads complex implementations, handles specialized requirements
- Certification: Oracle Opera Cloud Implementation Specialist, additional certifications
Implementation Project Manager
Opera Cloud Project Lead
- Experience: 5-8+ years managing Opera implementations
- Skills: Project planning, resource management, risk mitigation, client communication
- Role: Manages overall implementation timeline, resources, and deliverables
- Certification: PMP or similar, Opera Cloud certifications
Integration Specialist
OHIP & Interface Expert
- Experience: 4-6+ years with Opera interfaces and OHIP
- Skills: API development, interface configuration, testing methodologies
- Role: Implements and tests integrations between Opera Cloud and other systems
- Certification: Opera Cloud Integration Specialist
Success Scenarios
How our implementation resources create value for our clients
Hotel Group Accelerates Opera Cloud Migration
Multi-property implementation with resource constraints
Challenge: A 15-property hotel group needed to migrate from Opera On-Premise to Opera Cloud within 12 months but lacked sufficient internal resources.
Solution: Provided a dedicated team of 5 implementation consultants and 1 project manager to augment their internal IT team.
Potential Results
- Implementation timeline reduced from 18 months to 11 months
- 45% cost savings compared to US-based implementation partners
- All 15 properties successfully migrated with minimal operational disruption
- Internal team fully trained during the process for ongoing support
Implementation Partner Scales to Meet Demand
Resource augmentation for US-based implementation company
Challenge: A US-based Opera implementation company faced resource constraints as client demand surged, potentially forcing them to decline new projects.
Solution: Provided flexible staff augmentation with 8 Opera Cloud consultants working under their project management and brand.
Potential Results
- Accepted 65% more implementation projects
- Maintained consistent quality and client satisfaction
- Reduced resource costs by 50%
- Established long-term resource partnership for future projects
Hotel Completes Complex Migration
End-to-end implementation for resort property
Challenge: A large resort with multiple restaurants, spa, golf, and retail outlets needed to migrate to Opera Cloud with numerous integrations.
Solution: Delivered a managed implementation with a team of specialists handling the complex configuration, data migration, and integration requirements.
Potential Results
- Successfully migrated 25+ years of guest history and reservations
- Implemented and tested 12 third-party integrations
- Completed implementation on schedule despite complexity
- 40% cost savings compared to competing implementation proposals
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our Opera Cloud implementation resources
Our consultants are Oracle-certified Opera Cloud Implementation Specialists with at least 3-5 years of experience implementing Opera systems. Many have additional certifications in project management, integration technologies, and data management. We maintain rigorous training programs to ensure our team stays current with Oracle's latest updates and best practices.
We implement comprehensive quality control processes, including structured knowledge transfer, standardized documentation, regular progress reviews, and multilevel quality checks throughout the implementation. Our project management methodology ensures visibility into all activities, regardless of location. Additionally, our consultants are accustomed to remote implementation models and use collaboration tools effectively.
Yes, our team is structured to provide coverage across various time zones. For US clients, we offer options including overlap with US business hours, follow-the-sun models, or staggered schedules to ensure availability during your operating hours. We can customize our working schedules to meet your specific requirements.
Implementation timelines vary based on property size, complexity, and customization requirements. Typical timelines range from 8-12 weeks for standard properties to 16-24 weeks for complex resorts or multi-property implementations. Our team can often accelerate these timelines through efficient resource allocation and parallel workstreams.
Knowledge transfer is integrated throughout our implementation process. We provide comprehensive documentation, conduct formalized training sessions, implement shadowing opportunities, and ensure your team is actively involved in key decisions and processes. Before project completion, we conduct formal knowledge transfer sessions and create detailed system documentation.
We provide dedicated post-implementation support for a specified period (typically 2-4 weeks) after go-live. During this period, our consultants remain fully engaged to address issues, answer questions, and ensure system stability. Beyond this period, we offer flexible support options including on-call assistance, scheduled check-ins, and ongoing optimization services.
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