Assignment # 3: Project Implementation BUS 517 – Project Management 8/21/2012 1 Create an Executive Summary that appears at the beginning of the project implementation plan. Java net project based on four phases the first phase, was the project proposal, second project SCOPE, third the project implementation, and the fourth which is the communication. Java net project proposal indicated the kind of project JavaNet present, and what kind of business problem JavaNet project will solve when the project gets completed. JavaNet is unlike typical café, will provide a unique forum for communication and entertainment through the medium of the Internet .JavaNet project is a new kind of projects never exit in Arlington, VA, the business problem javaNet will solve which is provide a high speed internet access to the customers with full privacy and secure system also, all kind of coffee, soft drink and bakery items. Java net project will provide to the customers a professional customer service with high quality trained staff .JavaNet customer when he/she get in will get internet access, soft drinks, watch football games and also can play video games, those kind of services together no business has them in Arlington area .JavaNet proposal indicated the project risk, deliverables, and what is the criteria been used to measure and manage the project deliverables and also indicated the cost estimate and the time line involved to the project . The second phase of JavaNet project which project SCOPE. Java Net project SCOPE defined the project outcomes which are to meet the market demand for internet service and establish small business with law cost and high profit. Java net scope defined the project objectives which are educating the community on what kind of product and service java net will offer to the customers with high speed internet and high quality of coffee and bakery items at reasonable prices. Java net project scope defined a functionality required within the new system which is; a server with program running to identify individual system by their name. The project scope identified the 2 primary stakeholder which is the business owner, customers, bank, students, business people and middle income groups. After the project proposal, and scope phases was completed now, it’s the time for the third phase of java net project which is the implementation plan which is, detailed listing of activities, costs, expected difficulties, and schedules that are required to achieve the objectives of the strategic plans. 2-List all critical project deliverables, timelines, and estimated costs in a Microsoft Excel, Word table, project-specific software, etc. Be sure to associate each deliverable with its timeline and estimated costs. Deliverables 1-Set a Java Net business plan. 2-Survey to assess the feasibility. 3- Renting/leasing construction of facility. 4- Project management-related deliverables: charter, scope statement, WBS, schedule, task list, network diagram, Financial Analysis, Meeting Minutes & Action Item Logs, Meeting Agendas, Status Reports to Owners, and Operations Reports to Owners Project Milestones. 5- Interior construction work such as; Time 1 month 1 month I month Cost 5,000 3,000 4,000*15=60,000 Total 5,000 3,000 60,000 2 months 4,000 4,000 3 months 40,000 40,000 3 months 30,000 30,000 paving, paint, decoration, electricity, water, Air condition, carpet. 5- Install equipments such as; chairs, tables, coffee machine, soda machine, bakery equipments, computers, TVs. carpet, computer cabinets and chairs, 3 fax machine, telephone set. 6- Installation of 11 new computers with high speed internet and safety security system. 6- Stamps Digital Loyalty Card will be given upon first interaction, and will be used to see if our customers are coming back. and also print business cards. 2 months 30,000 2 months 3,000 Total 15 months 30,000 $175,000 The information’s in the table above based on ,sub-contractors, venders, suppliers and Construction Company Estimates and the department of real estate in Arlington county according to 2011 real estate report .JavaNet business plan and the survey to assess the feasibility created by X-company which is a professional company with high quality service in small business plans and surveys, so the time line and the cost for this deceivable based on their estimate .The rent based on Arlington county real estate report issued on 2011. the Interior construction work and decorations based on Y- company which a professional company specialized of Interior construction work for the small businesses, the time line and cost based on their estimate . The equipments cost and installation based on Z- company which a subcontractor will provide java net the soda, coffee machine and the bakery items with 20% share of the profit, the time line and cost based on their estimate. The computers and the software’s cost and time line based on W-company which is the company will buy the computers and install the software and the security system include the security cameras in the store. The internet access based on Verizon estimate. 3-Outline the overall implementation plan. 4 Strategy and Implementation Summary JavaNet has three main strategies. The first strategy focuses on attracting novice Internet users. By providing a novice friendly environment, JavaNet hopes to educate and train a loyal customer base. The second, and most important, strategy focuses on pulling in power Internet users, extremely familiar with the Internet and its offerings. This group of customers serves an important function at JavaNet. Power users have knowledge and web-browsing experience that novice Internet users find attractive and exciting. The third strategy focuses on building a social environment for JavaNet customers. A social environment, that provides entertainment, will serve to attract customers that wouldn't normally think about using the Internet. 1- Strategy Pyramid The following subtopics provide an overview of JavaNet's three key strategies. Strategy pyramid graphics are presented in the appendix of this plan. 1- Attract Power Internet Users JavaNet's second strategy will be focused on attracting power Internet users. Power Internet users provide an important function at JavaNet. JavaNet plans on attracting this type of customer by: •Providing the latest in computing technology. •Providing scanning and printing services. •Providing access to powerful software applications. 2- SWOT Analyses The SWOT analysis provides us with an opportunity to examine the internal strengths and Weaknesses JavaNet must address. It also allows us to examine the opportunities presented to JavaNet as well as potential threats. 5 JavaNet has a valuable inventory of strengths that will help it succeed. These strengths include: a knowledgeable and friendly staff, state-of-the-art computer hardware, and a clear vision of the market need. JavaNet's strengths will help it capitalize on emerging opportunities. These opportunities include, but are not limited to, a growing population of daily Internet users, and the growing social bonds fostered by the new Internet communities. 3- Weaknesses 1. A dependence on quickly changing technology. JavaNet is a place for people to experience the technology of the Internet. The technology that is the Internet changes rapidly. Product lifecycles are measured in weeks, not months. JavaNet needs to keep up with the technology because a lot of the JavaNet experience is technology. 2. Cost factor associated with keeping state-of-the-art hardware. Keeping up with the technology of the Internet is an expensive undertaking. JavaNet needs to balance technology needs with the other needs of the business. One aspect of the business can't be sacrificed for the other. . 5.2.3 Threats 1. Rapidly falling cost of Internet access. The cost of access to the Internet for home users is dropping rapidly. Internet access may become so cheap and affordable that nobody will be willing to pay for access to it. JavaNet is aware of this threat and will closely monitor pricing. 2. Emerging local competitors. Currently, JavaNet is enjoying a first-mover advantage in the local cyber-cafe market. However, additional competitors are on the horizon, and we need to be prepared for their entry into the market. Many of our programs will be designed to build customer loyalty, and it is our hope that our quality service and up-scale ambiance won't be easily duplicated. 6 4- Strengths 1-Knowledgeable and friendly staff. We've gone to great lengths at JavaNet to find people with a passion for teaching and sharing their Internet experiences. Our staff is both knowledgeable and eager to please. 2. State-of-the art equipment. Part of the JavaNet experience includes access to state-of-the-art computer equipment. Our customers enjoy beautiful flat-screen displays, fast machines, and high-quality printers (Franka,2005). 4-Distinguish among the stakeholders’ key roles and responsibilities. As a business owner, the responsible for all roles, all projects, and all employees he/she will going to occupy .The business owner the only one who responsible for the business operation and existence. 1-The law: although if the business owner plans to have a lawyer, he/she still have to know about the law, to prepare contracts a and understanding all of the employment laws to hire someone. 2-Business planner: Making and taking care of business plan and strategies is another role that have to do constantly every time business owner set or change some new or existing goals. Making the plan and its execution, its follow-up, it’s controlling, all of those will be business owner .responisiblites.Researcher & analyst: Before start the business, business owner' will have to find who/what the market segment by exploring and analyzing the market. 3-Marketing, advertising & sales executive: Following up the marketing or advertising campaign, you'll be responsible to; write advertising copy, visit potential customers, and make sure existing customers on highest satisfaction, sales force and maintain marketing network. 4- Tax collector If the business owner sells goods at the retail level, business owner responsible 7 for collecting sales tax, also business owner responsible for collecting payroll taxes from employees. 5-Safety issues which is one of the of the most important role and responsibility the business owner has to take care of (Liu). The bank role as a stakeholder with JavaNet coffee project to monitor the business and their responsibly to provide the money on time to the business owner to start his/her project, and keep the client information’s secured. Employees Employees are responsible for carrying out the tasks specified in the company’s strategic plan in an efficient manner. Employees are the closest to the action. They interact with customers on a daily basis. In a manufacturing environment. Customers The reason for a java net existence is to provide products or services that meet the needs of its target customers and benefit them in a meaningful way. The role of customers is critical to the project survival and success. Through the purchase decisions they make each day, they select which companies will prosper and which will fail. They also provide valuable feedback to the project about its products and customer service level. Vendors/suppliers/sub-contractors Java net ability to fill its customer orders on time -- and bring the highest quality goods to the marketplace -- depends in part on the role its vendors or suppliers play. Java net relies upon raw materials or components being available when they are needed and at reasonable prices. If the supply of one key item is interrupted, it can cause a disruption in the project entire manufacturing schedule. Vendors also play a role of introducing new applications or 8 solutions to the project so, it can become more efficient, more productive and lower its costs – and increase its margins and profits. 5-Organize the project’s risks, issues, and assumptions by priority and justify the ranking of each. Risk high medium low Risk effect on project Scope High negative effect on the project 1-Will JavaNet project will scope and budget and project timeline. be completed on time? 2-what is the alternative plan High negative effect on if the internet stopped SCOPE/budget/customers loyalty. running? Medium effect, according to the 3--Will there is a demand for marketing plan, analysis and strategy in the services offered by Arlington area. JavaNet in Arlington, VA? law effect, Java Net will have full 4-what is the alternative plan covered insurance on the building and if a fire occurred and the equipments. building got burned, or if the equipment got stolen or damaged. 5-Will individuals are willing to pay for the service JavaNet offers? Medium effect, according to the marketing analysis and individual income in Arlington area. 6-Will the cost of accessing the Internet from home drop so significantly that there will not be a market for Internet Cafes such as JavaNet? Medium effect, according to the marketing plan, analysis and strategy in Arlington area Java net will have a high quality 8-what is the alternative plan if a storm occurred followed by power outage. generator could last the operation for one week. Project assumptions divided by priority. 1-Resource Assumptions • Project staff resources will be available when and as they are needed. 9 • Required hardware resources will be available when and as they are needed . • Required customer resources will be available when and as they are needed. • A significant percentage of the project staff will be experienced with the technical environment. • A significant percentage of the project staff will be experienced with the operating environment. • Access to industry experts and specialized skills will occur as needed. • A "full-time" resource implies at least 35 hours productive work per week. Delivery Assumptions • Deliverables will be subject to no more than a specific number of review cycles. • Equipment order lead times are known and can be expected to be met. Environmental Assumptions • No industrial action will be taken that will affect the project. • Issues will be resolved in a timely manner. • The project organization described in the project plan will be put in place. • Systems components will be capable of being integrated with minimum rework. Budgetary Assumptions • The statistics used in preparing the estimates are accurate within a given percent. • No outside consulting will be required or Outside consulting will be limited to a specified number of days at a specified rate per day. Functionality and operating Assumptions • The scope of the project is limited to that described in the project charter. • Formal charter and scope change procedures will be followed. 10 References arlingtonva.us. 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