...PROJECT MANAGEMENT ESSAY MATTHEW DYSON Project management patterns form a source of valuable knowledge in which past experience is broken down into a series of situations and solutions, which can be easily searched and linked together to form a network of ideas through which managers can evaluate and assess the suitability of common approaches for implementation in their own situations. Once implemented, managers can contribute their own experiences back into the pattern database, which helps to expand and increase the amount of real-world information that the patterns contain, and through repetition of this process the quality and quantity of patterns will dramatically increase. There also exists a wide variety of defined and commonly implemented project management methods which are given as a strict structure that the manager will mould their team to, with different methods tailored towards different requirements. For instance, some methods will assume fixed requirements and flexible timescales, whereas others will assume a fixed time for completion allowing for flexible requirements. Once one of these methods is implemented, a strict set of decision making criteria is implemented that ensures that the project will not make compromises in the wrong area. When overseeing a project, a manager should be focusing on two key areas – the social interaction of their team, and the progress that they are making on the tasks given, which ideally should not be mutually exclusive, as...
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...PROJECT MANAGEMENT ESSAY MATTHEW DYSON Project management patterns form a source of valuable knowledge in which past experience is broken down into a series of situations and solutions, which can be easily searched and linked together to form a network of ideas through which managers can evaluate and assess the suitability of common approaches for implementation in their own situations. Once implemented, managers can contribute their own experiences back into the pattern database, which helps to expand and increase the amount of real-world information that the patterns contain, and through repetition of this process the quality and quantity of patterns will dramatically increase. There also exists a wide variety of defined and commonly implemented project management methods which are given as a strict structure that the manager will mould their team to, with different methods tailored towards different requirements. For instance, some methods will assume fixed requirements and flexible timescales, whereas others will assume a fixed time for completion allowing for flexible requirements. Once one of these methods is implemented, a strict set of decision making criteria is implemented that ensures that the project will not make compromises in the wrong area. When overseeing a project, a manager should be focusing on two key areas – the social interaction of their team, and the progress that they are making on the tasks given, which ideally should not be mutually...
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...This document is prepared on the critical analysis and evaluation of breakdown structures done in the Human Resource Internet Integration (HRII) project. This project is a software development project which was outsourced and carried out by Valley Data Programming Group (VDPG). The main objective of the project was to analyses the requirement, design, implement and maintain the software Human Resource online data in order to serve the requirement of the California State University of Sacramento. This project includes a system requirement analysis, project management plan, software requirement generation, design, implementation, system testing and acceptance testing. Therefore, the critical analysis will begin with the background information of the project. In addition, a theoretical frame work has been prepared for the type breakdown structures that are carried out in the project. Moreover, to further critically analyze and draw conclusions of breakdown structures, tables, charts and figures has been used. Finally, conclusions are drawn based in the critical analysis conducted for the purpose gathering information in a concise manner. The table 1 below presents the general information of HRII. Table 1.0 Project background information table (Source: Adapted from Project Management Dec 2014, PMI 2013, p. 19) A project is a sophisticated undertakings that involves unique set of tasks and activities that are conducted within sets of limits to meet the objectives that are defined...
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...The following lists my major accomplishments and projects underway: Background. The SR 160 project consists of the NEPA process and the widening of 11 miles from 2 to 4 lanes. The NEPA process was completed in 2014. This project was divided into two phases to meet funding availability requirements. Phase 1 is the eastern half of the project and Phase 2 encompasses the western half which is much more complex project due to the mountainous terrain. One of my major accomplishments in the prior 7 months has been the delivery of the SR 160 Phase 1 project final design. This project was designed by the CA Group and was reviewed by the Department’s review team. The project was bid on September 19, 2015 and the bid was opened on October 22, 2015. There were 9 firms on the bidders list, but only 6 of them competed for the project and the apparent lower bidder was Aggregate Industries with $16.5 M. Phase 1...
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...Huntsville Project Organizational Structure Essay James M. Reska Keller-PM 586 – Project Management August 19, 2012 Huntsville Project Organizational Structure Essay The success of an organization relies primarily on its organizational structure. There are three basic organizational structures; of course, there exists organizational structures that combine pieces of these three. It is my belief that no two organizations are perfectly identical. Each one requires fine tuning specifically tailored to the needs of that company. The matrix structure is used primarily for “project driven” companies, especially construction companies it combines both functional and pure project structures, each team member has two bosses; the project manager and the functional manager. The SEITZ Corporation has chosen to invest in the construction of a new plant in the next fiscal year believing that this investment is the best way to achieve the strategic goals outlined in their Project Charter. Therefore, the most feasible way for them to achieve success in this endeavor is to establish their construction/investment project as a matrix organization. Within a matrix organization there are certain ground rules that must be adhered to; participants must spend full time on projects, there must exist vertical and horizontal channels in place for making...
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...and multicultural environment, it is universally acknowledged that project management guides and dominates the achievement of a project and the operation of an organisation. Projects, as the familiar concepts, have aroused infinite attention as the consequence of the increasing market pressure, improvement of technology and the needs for innovation. Concurrently, the existence of a series of variables, which relate to the project constraints, is what the project management should deal with and can be also regarded as the objective of project management. In this case, the objective of project management and the major variables will be described and analysed in this article. Objectives of project management In terms of the results of projects, achieving those outcomes ought to be the destination of the objectives. The target of the establishment of a project is to achieve what the project expects to succeed, which refers to a process from a concept of an expectation to a realistic outcome. The achievement of project relates to the project outcomes which depend on the explicit identification and definition of both tangible and intangible outcomes; meanwhile, tangible outcomes ought to be transferred from intangible to tangible (Nogeste & Derek 2005, p.56). Taking the roles of project managers into consideration, they should identify the responsibility and the ability to manage the operation of the project in order to realising the achievement. Vaagaasar (2011, p.294) stated...
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...of work and based on my past experience in the project management field, communication is an important aspect of any project. So far into the online master’s programme, the importance of communication has been emphasized by the institution and by the comprehensibility of the need for it. Given the online nature of the Masters programme, the need to constantly and effectively communicate is paramount because communication is like the cord that connects the participants in the absence of a traditional meeting place such as a physical classroom. Through communication, the global community is not just expanding but is fast becoming one global community. Effective communication is a current trend in my current field of work. As an entrepreneur and production manager in my establishment, I receive orders from clients and have to ensure they are delivered them on time, within budget and according to specifications. To do this, I have to ensure that the client’s objectives/requirements are clearly communicated. Maintaining active communication between the supply-chain, production team and the client has been critical to successful deliveries in my business. I also manage contracts which translate into mini projects which like every other project, have to meet the client’s requirements. I need project management skills to keep focused on client needs in order to deliver their objectives. How does communication relate to how projects are managed? The findings of the Standish Group...
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...your total budget for this project? The total budget for this project will be met with the original figure of $2,750,000 that was presented in the project scope and charter. Yes, the project budget that was set forth by the board of directors will remain the same. The budget for the Planning Phase is as follows: General Contractor $2800.00; Building Design $32,000.00; Site Cost $216,000.00; Permit $3,200.00; Architect $2,600.00; Personnel Director $4,000.00; Real Estate Consultant $2,200.00; Accounting Director $1760.00 this planning phase budget totals to $264,560.00. The duration of the planning phase will be no longer than 4 -6 weeks. What is the budget for Preparation Phase? The preparation phase budget is the following: Building Cost $1,200,000.00 and Landscaping $26,000.00 which the total was $1,226,000.00. The duration of this will be 40 weeks that is including the landscaping. The Landscaping will be last of the preparation once the building is up the landscaping will be done. As your project launches, what are some of the key performances indicators that you will monitor and control? As the project continues to move forward I would continue to be proactive throughout the duration of the project. Weekly meeting are essential to have with team members to update the project status. Bi-weekly meeting are also essential with stakeholders and project teams in the project to update them on the status of the project. MS project is a key tool to utilize to...
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...Being more of an argumentative writer, I felt a lot more comfortable writing this essay than the first essay; although this was still an analytical paper, it definitely had some argumentative aspects in it. Writing in general is not my strong suit, but I feel that I really improved my sentence flow and my ability to incorporate quote in my essay. One of the parts of my essay that I am particularly happy with is my introductory paragraph. For me, the introductions and conclusions are the hardest parts of an essay; you have to introduce the topic and explain your stance, but you also don’t want to say too much so you won’t end up being repetitive throughout your essay. I feel like my introduction provides just enough information to interest the...
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...I focused my senior project on a Dental Hygienist, someone works in a dental office and performs many tasks that a dental assistant cannot. I did my senior project on a Dental Hygienist because I plan on attending college and obtaining my Associate’s in Hygiene. Throughout the process of writing my senior project I was faced with some negative and positive outcomes which lead me to think of ways I could have done it better but overall I enjoyed the experience it brought me. While working on my project I constantly became stressed over how well my project actually was. I constantly had to remind myself that this project was essential on my path to graduation. After I finished my project the first time, I reviewed the essay and presentation twice....
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...The first project is analyzing a specific cultural artifacts name Ushanka, a Russian Winter has rose to prominence around the world. Doubted as one of the most effective winter hat in counteracting the brutally cold weather. I begin my essay with an extraordinary attention getter that engaging audience to activate their world of imagination. Although this fresh start provides a clear inquiry question that easily, allow readers to understand the focus of this project. However, I might have inadvertently influence my audience with promising initial claims in my thesis statement. To which, the claims did not really ties back to my inquiry question and fail to establish connection with my conclusion. Therefore, I received mix review of criticism,...
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...evidence plays a critical role in any argument essay. It’s the evidence, of course, that helps to convince your reader that what you’re saying is true. "Read my lips" just doesn’t cut it. In this lesson, you’ll have the opportunity to learn to examine your use of evidence so that you present your "case" in the best light. In the end, your reader will evaluate your claim based not only on the quality of the evidence you present, but also on your interpretation of it. You will examine your evidence to determine its relevance, validity, and level of detail. Evaluating if you have enough – or too much – evidence and whether the evidence you’re presenting helps or hurts your case will conclude this week’s lesson. Key Questions Textbook Pages What is evidence? Identify the importance of evidence in a winning argument essay. Pages 136-138 How would you identify and utilize various types of evidence to support an argument? Pages 138-143 How would you evaluate supporting evidence? Pages 143-146 How would you analyze a sample argument? Pages 147-150 How would you use debate, dialogue, and deliberation to find evidence for all sides of an issue? NA Week 7 Assignments Major Writing Assignment 6: Who’s to Blame? Reread the article, "Violent Culture: The Media, the Internet, and Placing Blame," by Darren Beals, pages 147-150 textbook. Using all you have read about the role of violence in the media and on the Internet (including the essay we looked at this lesson, as well as your...
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...quote this early in the essay? Explain (1)I feel that Emerson’s quote “Trust thyself: every heart vibrates to its own string,” Is implying, whatever you set your mind too you can accomplish. “Every heart vibrates to its own Iron string,” Is implying that everyone is different; we go about doing things in different ways, but it doesn’t mean that it’s wrong. (2) I feel he placed this quote so early in the essay because; he wanted to attract the reader’s attention with such a unique passage. He tried grabbing their attention, early in the passage. 2. In paragraph 4, Emerson says, “it is easy in the world to live after the world’s opinion; it is easy in solitude to live after our own” (as cited in Langan, 2014). What does he mean by this quote? What is his purpose in making this statement? Explain. (1) “It is easy in the world to live after the world’s opinion”, basically it’s saying that it is easy for other people to justify your life, doing what’s good in the eyes of society. Letting what other people think, affect the way you live your life. “It’s is easy in solitude to live after our own,” Is saying to live in solitude, you can easily live, doing the things that you want to do. (2) To shed light on the situation, of people caring, what other people think. Live by your own path; don’t let people influence what you do. It would be easy living in both situation, but living for your own self-interest, would be easier. 4. At the end of the essay, Gregory shifts his focus...
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...Journal of Information Technology Education Volume 2, 2003 An Overview of Current Research on Automated Essay Grading Salvatore Valenti, Francesca Neri and Alessandro Cucchiarelli DIIGA - Universita’ Politecnica delle Marche, Ancona, Italy valenti@inform.unian.it neri@inform.unian.it alex@inform.unian.it Executive Summary Essays are considered by many researchers as the most useful tool to assess learning outcomes, implying the ability to recall, organize and integrate ideas, the ability to express oneself in writing and the ability to supply merely than identify interpretation and application of data. It is in the measurement of such outcomes, corresponding to the evaluation and synthesis levels of the Bloom’s (1956) taxonomy that the essay questions serve their most useful purpose. One of the difficulties of grading essays is represented by the perceived subjectivity of the grading process. Many researchers claim that the subjective nature of essay assessment leads to variation in grades awarded by different human assessors, which is perceived by students as a great source of unfairness. This issue may be faced through the adoption of automated assessment tools for essays. A system for automated assessment would at least be consistent in the way it scores essays, and enormous cost and time savings could be achieved if the system can be shown to grade essays within the range of those awarded by human assessors. This paper presents an overview of current approaches to...
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...ENGLISH 60: SPRING 2015 COURSE ASSIGNMENT SCHEDULE This assignment schedule (due dates, etc.) may be modified to meet the needs of the class. CWS = College Writing Skills BT = Breaking Through E = Essay (E1, E2, etc.) | | | |Date |Discussions, Writing Workshops, and Other Activities | |Week 1 |In class: | |1/26 |Introductions, Student Information, Academic Integrity, | | |Course overview (syllabus) and handouts | | |Read “Oprah Winfrey: How Truth Changed her Life” handout | | |Writing Sample | | | | | |Assignment (due next class meeting): ...
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