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I would like to start off by introducing myself as some may not be aware I am Devin and have recently accepted a position with SuperPacks as a project manager. SuperPacks has been awarded a delivery contract for a new product and I have been assigned as the project manager. I am looking forward to meeting everyone as well as working together to achieve success in our upcoming project.

SuperPacks has been given the task of creating a backpack for the U.S Army, Ground Forces and Special Operations with a budget of $1,500,00. The customers have provided two specifications; the backpacks include a built in refrigerated pouch and radio module. Our contract states that a total of 200 units need to be delivered by March 1, 2017 and we have year from today to deliver the first 100 units by September 1, 2016 and 50 units every three months after first delivery.   

Initial program action items:

The following dates are projected milestone dates:

First Delivery: September 1, 2016              

Second Delivery: December 1, 2016

Last Delivery: March 1, 2017

First milestone payment (from customer); October 30, 2016

Second milestone payment: January 30, 2017

Final milestone payment: May 30, 2017

Initial program review (at the customers site): November 16, 2015

Subsequent program reviews: 6 months after initial review May 16, 2016

As you see, we have a little over two months before we have our first meeting with the customers to review and approve the new backpacks. Our first goal is to research size, weight and materials to ensure the backpack is not only durable but it will also meet the needs for our customers.

Project Risks / Risk Mitigation strategies

Design: Providing a durable backpack to meet the needs of the customer; we will work closely with customers to ensure that the product meets their qualifications such as size and weight.

Financial: Obtaining materials and supplies to keep within budget to produce and manufacture product; working closely with suppliers and manufacturers to use quality materials to stay within our budget.

Technical: Providing refrigerated pouch and radio module that will work; research existing products that can be used or modified to meet the specific criteria.

Execution: end product meets all needs specified and can withstand different geographical locations as well as inclement weather; conduct testing with product to make sure that it withstands different weather conditions, weight limits and size limitations based on the customers use.

Contractual risk- Keeping on schedule with all milestones as well as being able to provide finished product based on the delivery dates; assign tasks to different teams and departments and communicate regularly as we moved forward while also scheduling milestones of our own to make sure there is enough time for any improvements or adjustments needed before delivering the end product.

Develop the project scope document to include the following information:

Project description

Project assumptions

Project goals

Project constraints (if any)

Project limitations

Project milestones

Project risks (initial assessment)

The Project Scope needs to be developed prior to any analysis of unexpected events.

Part 2 - Analysis of Unexpected Events

Four areas affected by these unexpected events.

Three of the areas of the project affected by the events should include changes to the budget, human capital, and impact to schedule.

Identify one additional area affected by these events.

Explanation / Answer

Develop the project scope document to include the following information:

Project description:

The project involves creating a backpack for the US Army, ground forces, and special operations. The budget allocated is $150,000. The scope of the project includes providing a durable pack up as per the specifications of the customer. The backpack should have a built in the refrigerated pouch and a radio module. The initial program review will be two months from now i.e. on Nov 16, 2015. The first delivery will be 100 units by September 1, 2016. Subsequently, 50 units have to be delivered every three months. The total order of 200 units has to be delivered by March 1, 2017. The customer reviews will be held every six months. The first goal is to meet the size, weight and material specification of the customer.

Project assumptions:

·         We will find a supplier who will be able to supply the material as per our specifications.

·         The product will pass the necessary tests and standards specified by the customer

·         The refrigerated pouch and radio module will work efficiently.

·         The product will be manufactured within the assigned budget

Project goals

The key goals are as follows:

·         Get the backpack ready as per specifications for the initial review on Nov 16, 2015

·         Create a backpack which matches customers specifications in terms of size, weight, material use. Also providing an inbuilt refrigerated pouch and a radio module.

·         Deliver 100 pieces on September 1, 2016

·         Deliver 50 pieces every three months thereafter.

·         Deliver last 50 units by March 1, 2017

·         Getting a supplier who can provide quality material and manufacture the product as per customers standards and specifications.

Project constraints (if any):

·         The key constraint is to adhere to the delivery schedule and deliver a quality product within the budget allotted.

·         Provide refrigerated pouch and a radio module which will function well

·         The strict deadline and stringent quality standards, which must be met.

Project limitations:

The main limitations of the project are as follows:

·         Stringent quality standards and specifications dictated by the customer. Including technical and testing standards

·         Meeting the deadlines assigned to ensure the contractual obligations are fulfilled.

·         Ensuring expenses stay within the budget and resources allotted for the project.

·         Ensuring deliveries despite the stringent testing and quality standards.

*“Answering first five questions-As per guidelines allowed to answer 4 parts of a question”

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