Project Management: The Managerial Process (Mcgraw-hill Series Operations and Decision Sciences)
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ISBN: 9781259666094
Author: Erik W. Larson, Clifford F. Gray
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 1, Problem 1.2.1C
For each part (A, B, C), what phase of the project life cycle is each project in? Explain.
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- Prepare a matrix of activities involved in the different phases of a project life cycle.arrow_forwardDescribe a baseline plan? What purpose does it serve once the project team begins to execute the project plan? Also, does it help in mitigating some of the risks? Please provide specific examples.arrow_forwardPlease what are the project milestones, scope and external dependencies?arrow_forward
- We refer to the "components" of a project vision as the vision itself. To what end does this serve?arrow_forwardExplore the concept of "strategic alignment" in project analysis. How can project selection and prioritization align with an organization's strategic objectives?arrow_forwardanswer only question 3 and 4  1) List and explain the phases that mark the life of a project  2) For each project phase identified in 1(a) above, describe at least four (4) project activities/processes performed in the phase. 3) With the use of a diagram, show (illustrate) the typical levels of uncertainty or project risks associated with each phase and throughout a project. 4) With the use of a diagram, show (illustrate) the typical levels of project staffing related to each phase and throughout a project. 5) For each project phase identified in 1(a) above, identify and describe at least one (1) major deliverable (output) of the phase.arrow_forward
- We refer to the "components" of a project vision as the vision itself. Why does this matter, exactly?arrow_forwardDescribe the four stages life cycle of a project ?arrow_forwardWhat are the trade-offs between cost, quality, and time when designing a project plan? What criteria should managers use to manage this trade-off?arrow_forward
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