Problem 1 The following data were obtained from a project to create a new portable electronic. Activity Duration Predecessors A 3 Days --- B 4 Days --- C 6 Days --- D 2 Days A, B E 1 Days C F 3 Days D G 3 Days E, F H 7 Days D I 10 Days G Construct a network for the project. Then review a
Note that the terminology of "linear responsibility matrix" is not typical. Typically, we will use the "RAM" meaning the responsibility assignment matrix. You may also see it written as the responsibility allocation matrix. Regardless of the terminology, what value do you see in this document?
You are the general manager of a large construction project. The contract has both financial incentives for finishing on time or early as well as large penalties if the project is completed late. To get the project done on time or early that project planning using a formal timeline is essential. You ask the project manager to ad
Summarize the theorists' arguments concerning the practical institutional theories of (1) functional, (2) product, and (3) matrix forms of organization. Produce a graph of each of these forms of organization.
The ProBuilder Company is considering the introduction of a new product line which will require the construction of a new plant and equipment, estimated to cost $8,000,000 plus $600,000 for shipping and installation. Depreciation will be the straight line method to zero over 10 years. ProBuilder acquired the land on which the p
What are the advantages and disadvantages of reducing project scope to accelerate a project? What can be done to reduce the disadvantages?
1. Why are progress reports an integral part of project communications? What should they include? How are they different from a final report? How and why do they improve a project? 2. Provide your thoughts on what the purpose of a problem solving meeting is and how would one be conducted?
Various costs associated with the operation of factories are given below. Classify each cost as either variable or fixed with respect to the number of units produced and sold. Also indicate whether each cost would typically be treated as a direct cost or an indirect cost with respect to units of product. List each numbered it
Rocky Mount Metals Company manufactures an assortment of wood-burning stoves. The average selling price for the various units is $500. The associated variable cost is $350 per unit. Fixed costs for the firm average $180,000 annually. a. What is the break-even point in units for the company? b. What is the dollar sales volu
If a project is poorly designed and constructed, will a well-planned and well-executed implementation effort help the project to succeed? Will a well-designed and well-constructed system overcome a poor implementation effort? Can you give an example of a project, system, or product that has overcome design or implementation prob
The class is Organizational Behavior Principles. Subject: Groups in Organizations. Scenario: You are getting ready for your first project staff team meeting. The first charge to this group from the Directors is to come up with a plan for the opening of the new plant. Your group will be working on; how to advertise openings f
What is project financing? What are its advantages and disadvantages?MBA level
Before we go into the merits of different approaches we will view the following stages though which every project goes through. A) Project Formation: 1) Priorities 2) Procedures and 3) Schedules; B) Buildup Phase: 1) Priorities 2) Schedules and Procedures; C) Main Program: 1) Schedules 2) Technical and 3) Labor;
Prepare a paper that analyzes an IT work-related project or fictitious project using systems analysis for a selected business system at the department or division level. Include information-gathering techniques and design methods used in the project. Analyze and evaluate what made the project a success or a failure. Must be AP
Project Outline: Title - Cross Cultural Management Description of the project Specific topics for research, in bullet form Possible sources Your reasons for undertaking this project
Use the following project scope statement: Riordan Manufacturing is a plastics injection molding manufacturer pursuing a Go Green project with the intent of achieving International Organization for Standardizations 14001 certification. Riordan's main objective is to improve the sustainability of its products and processes. A
Jefferson & Sons is evaluating a project that will increase annual sales by $138,000 and annual costs by $94,000. The project will initially require $110,000 in fixed assets that will be depreciated straight line to a zero book value over the 4 year life of the project. The applicable tax rate is 32%. What is the operating cash
What is the relationship of use-case modeling to project management? Why is this important?
Your company is considering two mutually exclusive projects A and B. The expected return and standard deviation of project is A 20% and 15%, respectively. The expected return and standard deviation of project B is 25% and 20%, respectively. The risk-free rate is 8%. a) What is the reward to risk ratio for project A? b
Discuss the benefits to the project lifecycle by commencing the planning proccess at the concept and design stages of a construction project. Here I want you to explain the types of schedules used at each stage of the project lifecycle.
Hi there! I need a clear explanation of the difference between Float and Risk contingency. Any help will be appreciated. Many thanks :)
What are at least three global organizations that could fund a new economic project in a developing country?
A new asset with a 3-year tax life is to be used in a 5-year project. The asset cost $200,000 and will be depreciated based on MACRS. The machine will generate revenues of $100,000 a year and operating expenses, excluding depreciation, is $40,000 a year. The asset is expected to be sold for $20,000 at the end of the project. Ass
How would you crash a project (which activities would you crash) to keep the project on schedule and achieve the original duration, if Activity B actually takes 5 weeks instead of the planned 3 weeks? (Explain your logic)? Activity Description Predecessor Normal Time (weeks) Normal Cost Crash Time (weeks) Crash Cost A Fina
Task Type: Individual Project MS Project or WBS Template or in Excel Your next step in the project management process is to create a work breakdown structure for the trade show. The WBS should include all the tasks and their dependencies, schedule, cost, activity assignments and resource needs. The result should be a
How can a project manager influence customer expectations and perceptions? What is the difference between functional and dysfunctional conflict on a project?
Need assistance with the following short essay that I am required to write 200-300 words in APA format. Discuss the pros and cons of the checklist versus the weighted factor method of selecting projects.
Identify a non-North American project in the global arena that was funded by a consortium of public and private financial institutions. Write a paper in which you complete the following: Discuss the nature of the consortium and evaluate the role of each player. Assess the impact of the consortium's involvement on the proj
What are the advantages and disadvantages of micromanagement? What are the advantages and disadvantages of a emphasizing relationships over accomplishment of specific project goals? What middle course should a project manager steer in managing his project team? When should a project manager step in and when should a project mana
Consider a situation in which the project manager (a generalist) is asked to provide an evaluation of a functional employee (a specialist). Can the project manager effectively evaluate the functional employee on technical performance? If not, then on what information can the project manager base his evaluation?