...Introduction Boardman Management Group is overseeing the management and daily operations of Baderman Island Resort. The resort is an all inclusive vacation and business meeting destination that has many amenities to offer its guests The resort has a variety of restaurants, hotels, convention centers, golf courses, botanical gardens, spas, recreation center, shopping, art gallery and several beaches. Baderman Island resort is in need of improving their word processing software either by upgrading the current software or by implementing a completely new application. Boardman management Group has hired Smith Systems Consulting to help analyze whether to upgrade current software or to acquire new software and then to implement the chosen application. The analysis should include all aspects and considerations of what the resort needs from their word processing capabilities now and in the future. The analysis should also include what the changes the resort and the users of the word processing software will face before, during and after implementation. Utilizing Smith Systems Consulting Boardman Management Group has hired Smith Systems Consulting to help analysis and implement Baderman Island Resort’s processing software problem. Boardman Management Group will utilize the expertise of Smith Systems Consulting in many ways to ensure the resort successful implementation of upgraded or new word processing software. Smith Systems Consulting will analyze every...
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...CMGT 445 Entire Course http://homeworkgallery.com/index.php/product/cmgt-445-entire-course/ http://homeworkgallery.com/index.php/product/cmgt-445-entire-course/ CMGT 445 Week 1 DQs DQ 1: Identify ways in which user requirements can be determined. How can a project manager be sure that all requirements have been identified for a planned implementation? DQ 2:Welch, et al. (2007) presents IT Governance as an important “Key” in ERP success. Discuss the organization of an IT governance team and then compare and contrast implementing a major ER project with and without an in place governance team. DQ 3:Peslak, and partners. (2007/2008) test a defined phase approach to Enterprise resource planning (ERP) implementation. Examine in contrast and differentiate the standard Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC), phase process to the method explicated in Peslak, and partners, deliberated the comparisons and divergence between the two processes. DQ 4:Is it necessary for executive management to involve IT managers in strategic planning? Explain your answer and propose any recommendations you may have. CMGT 445 Week 2 DQs DQ 1: Haddad and Ribi?re (2007) explore and expand upon the more formal use of Knowledge Management in the process of software acquisition. Analyze and discuss the use of the Software Acquisition Capability Maturity Model (SACMM) if you were the project manager responsible for a large software acquisition at your company. DQ 2: In what ways...
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...Baderman Island Software Upgrade Valerie Hayes CMT/445 June 20, 2011 Noel Broman Baderman Island Software Upgrade Baderman Island Resort is managed by the Boardman Management Group. The resort has three hotels, several restaurants, and different activities for the whole family to enjoy (Baderman Island, 2005). Each business entity’s was open at different times and although each entity started out with up-to-date computer hardware and software, upgrades of equipment and software have not been consistent. Boardman will employee Smith Systems Consulting to help with the analysis and implementation plan. Analysis The word processing software in use at the Resort currently is: 26 computers running Windows XP and Word XP, 38 computers running Windows 2000 and Word 2000, six computers running Windows 98 and Word 97. Baderman is currently facing a backward compatibility between the various versions of the software; the older versions do not have the tools of the newer versions. Boardman Management Group is wondering what would be implied to upgrade to a standard version of Microsoft Word or alternatively, to switch to a word processing software application from another vendor. Implementation Plan 1 To meet those needs, Boardman Management Group decided to collaborate and a content management solution using Microsoft® Office and Windows Server 2008. With the support of Smith Systems Consulting, the Information Systems Team gathered disparate information relevant to...
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...existence from an analysis of the mission, vision, values, and goals. (Andrea) Having an organizational mission is an organization's main reason for existence? It often reflects the values and beliefs of top managers in an organization (Bart, C.K., Fall, 1998). A mission statement is the broad definition of the Baderman Island Resort. When a resort has a good mission statement it inspires employees and provides a focus. Baderman Island is a luxury all-inclusive resort that offers remarkable amenities visitors. The hotel has a spa, recreation centers, botanical garden, shopping stores, and amazing restaurants. The resort’s mission is to provide excellent service to its customers, members, and guests by offering them the best in terms of operation, lodging, facilities, and dining. Mission statements are crucial for organizations to prosper and grow within the organization (Yeargin, B, May, 1996). Baderman Island Resort mission statement acknowledge the resort's strengths and then inform employees where to direct their efforts in order to take advantage of those strengths. The mission statement of Baderman is very straightforward and simple. The values and beliefs of Baderman are the core of this strong mission statement. Developing a mission statement can help business realize their vision because businesses are driven by vision and high aspirations. The Vision statement of Baderman’s Island Resort reflect the ideal image of the organization in the future. Baderman Island’s...
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...RFP Baderman Islands Resort Joshua Wycoff University of Phoenix Request for Proposal Baderman Islands Resort Request for Proposal for Implementation of Word Processing System Issued May 12, 2011 Table of Contents Introduction | ……………………….. | 3 | Description | ……………………….. | 3 | Business Goals | ……………………….. | 3 | Project Goals | ……………………….. | 3 | Scope of Project | ……………………….. | 3 | Time Constraints | ……………………….. | 4 | Budget Constraints | ……………………….. | 4 | Other requirements | ……………………….. | 4 | Technical Requirements | ……………………….. | 4 | Who may Apply | ……………………….. | 5 | How to Apply | ……………………….. | 5 | Confidentiality | ……………………….. | 5 | References | ……………………….. | 5 | Clarification of Questions | ……………………….. | 6 | Submission Schedule | ……………………….. | 6 | Proposal Format | ……………………….. | 6 | Decision Schedule | ……………………….. | 6 | Selection Criteria | ……………………….. | 6 | Request for Proposals 1. Introduction Baderman Island Resorts is seeking to contract with a vendor(s) for the purchase and implementation of a Word Processing application. The application will be installed on all computers throughout the hotel locations, to provide a standard easy to use package for employees. 2. Description Baderman Island Resorts is owned and operated by Boardman Management Group, with all locations located on the self-contained island of Baderman. Baderman Resorts is comprised of three luxury resorts, recreation center, shopping and spas...
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...Baderman Island Resort: Project Plan – Team “A” CMGT445: Application Implementation November 21st, 2011 Prof: Todd Doren Overview Baderman Island Resort is a popular resort destination for tourist that consists of three hotels, four restaurants, a convention center, two gift shops, a pro shop and a spa. These facilities provide guests something that Boardman Management likes to call "a slice of paradise." They are located on the Baderman Island which is actually in the Kelsey River, which is used as a method of transportation for guests. It is Baderman's goal to provide guests with a place for leisure, comfort and activity. Purpose To continue providing the upmost service, Boardman Management Group has placed a service request asking for assistance upgrading their word processing software. Since Boardman Management Group is in charge of the Baderman Island Resort sites, it will provide all of the facilities with a chance to standardize their word processing applications. Due to the fact that each location operates independently from each other a discovery will need to be performed and analyzed. One of the main purposes of this service request will be to determine whether or not an upgrade is needed for all of the computers on each site and to determine which application will be best suited as the standardized word processing application. Business Requirements As mentioned previously, Baderman seeks to upgrade its current WPS or replace it with a new one. In...
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...Boardman Management Group, which manages the Baderman Island resort, is considering an upgrade to the office productivity software currently in use, or the purchase of an entire software suite. Boardman Management Group is requesting proposals for the hiring of an outside consulting firm for analysis of needs as well as creating an implementation plan. Situation Boardman Management Group was founded in the town of Kelsey in 1994. Originally the management group handled a series of small cottages and local hotels in the Kelsey Valley. Over time the management company grew, and working in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce and the Baderman Family, the Boardman Management Group began overseeing management and operations of the Baderman Island Resort in 2004. Surrounded by the shores of the Kelsey River, Baderman Island is a self-contained, all-inclusive resort destination. The Island features an array of restaurants, three separate hotels as well as many recreational activities. Budget No maximum budget for the consultancy has been established at this time. A cost estimate must be included in the submitted Request for Proposal (RFP) submission including a work timeline not to exceed one month from contract signing. Deliverables 1. A written Needs Analysis Document is due within one calendar month of the contract being awarded and signed which includes a clear definition of the project, goals, needs, and requirements. This document will be presented to the management...
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...a series of small cottages and hotels in the Kelsey Valley. BMG took over management and operations of the Baderman Island Resort in 2004. BMG is dedicated to managing leisure and convention focused resorts that provide a quality experience for the visitors. BMG had recently relocated the main office and center of operations to the Baderman Island Resort. All management operations will now be run from this the Baderman Island Resort location. BMG is no stranger to growth and taking on new projects. BMG is willing to make changes in the company if the changes will benefit the company and stay in line with the goals and values of the company. Project overview With the quick growth of the Baderman Island Resort chain this has been the cause of multiple computer operating systems and the different versions of the Microsoft Office software. These inconsistencies, will directly affect the productivity of Baderman employees. Due to the valuable time and effort that will be lost daily from the different versions of the software, from formatting and adjusting documents, company logos and templates. Boardman Management Group strongly believes that upgrading all Baderman Island Resort point of service; computers to a unified system will reduce lost revenue due to wasted labor. Business requirements As Baderman Island seeks to update its current word processor to a new one several requirements and desires should be addressed...
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...Smith Systems Consulting Boardman Management Group - Baderman Island Resort: Word Processing Software Upgrade Table of Contents Overview 3 Purpose and Projected Goals 4 Business requirements 5 Gathering Techniques 5 Recommendation 9 Options 9 Microsoft Office 2010 Professional and Open Office Comparison 10 Economic model 13 Risk Assessment 21 Projected Schedule 24 Testing Plan 26 Training 27 Further Training. 27 Maintenance and Support Plan 29 Testing Process Summary 29 Conclusion 30 Running Head: BMG World Processing Software Upgrade Proposal Overview The Baderman Island inclusive resort entity falls within the confines of Boardman Management Group, which specializes in various areas of tourism. The previously mentioned management group is a well-known host to many conferences centers, dream vacations, and destination resorts. Supporting business ventures include areas specializing in recreation, hotel, health promotion, dining, and entertainment. Among the most notable is the Baderman Island Resort, which opened to the public in 2004, and consists of three hotel locations. Each location provides a variety of retail establishments from specialty shopping to fine dining. All Baderman locations are supervised by the Boardman Management Group. Boardman Management Group (BMG) is constantly working to improve each entity within its group. The successful executions of past goals, and missions, have helped to mold BMG into a well-established...
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...COM CMGT 445 ENTIRE COURSE CMGT 445 Applications Implementation Week 2 Individual Assignment The following individual assignments refer to Boardman Management Group, Baderman Island Resort and Smith Systems Consulting, several of the Virtual Organizations. A link to the Virtual Organizations can be found on the Course Materials page. Boardman Management Group manages the Baderman Island resort. They are considering whether to upgrade the word processing software currently in use at the resort or to purchase a new word processing software application. Boardman plans to hire Smith Systems Consulting to help them analyze their options and to prepare an implementation plan. Submit a 3-4 page plan for how Boardman Management Group should utilize Smith Systems Consulting as an outside consultant for this project. Include a discussion of why the specific elements of your plan are important, how they will achieve the results you intend and why they were chosen over alternative methods. Week 3 Individual Assignment Boardman Management Group has decided to upgrade the Microsoft Word, word processing software for Baderman Island Resort. Smith Systems Consulting has provided Boardman with an analysis of the factors that need to be considered in upgrading the software. Using the analysis prepared by your Learning Team during Week Two, submit a Request For Proposal (RFP) that would be sent to software vendors seeking their proposals for the purchase and implementation...
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...this plan, we perform the 2nd stage of the restructuring of Baderman Island Vacation resort. Being a recap, our 1st stage included determining the lawful conformity problems that presently exist to incorporate the alternatives to lessen liability and our work routine conformity system. In this administration strategy, we: Describe the danger evaluation and administration plan Identify the safety and health programs Implement the succession plan Incorporate disaster backup plan Risk Assessment & Management Program It's the main concern of the resort to assure our visitors, and our stakeholders that all attempts are being made to make sure our facilities are in complete conformity with all state, federal and international rules. For this reason, we have already commenced execution of several of the risk factors identified. For example, we expeditiously set up high performance power generators throughout our facilities during the “Legal Compliance” stage. Additionally, we decreased the opportunity of safety risks through providing key cards to visitors for entry into their rooms, setting up safety screens in all facility halls and...
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...Baderman Island Resort has a total of two gift shops a pro shop and spa, three hotels and four restaurants, all of which the Boardman Management Group manages. Adding additional facilities resulted in the Baderman Island Resorts expansion, which also called for each added addition to be equipped with computers that contained the latest in software and hardware. Unfortunately not all of the facilities were upgraded and equipped in a uniformed manner. In view of this fact Boardman Management Group made the decision to seek multiple vendors with the ability to upgrade the current word processing software system with Microsoft Office 2007 are better by way of a request for proposal. The chosen vendor will also have the task of replacing any system that is unable to be upgraded due to being out dated. The measures used to choose a vendor for the upgrade will be based upon operational, technical, cost, management requirements and reliability. Therefore each vendor responding to the request for proposal will need to submit a total cost proposal that includes all requirements presented in the request for proposal. Boardman RFP Response Operational Each vendor submitting a proposal will need to clearly convey the method (s) used to understand and interpret the scope of the word processing system upgrade. The chosen vendor will have gathered all business requirements, reviewed the functional specifications, and developed a project plan along with a timeline that includes an anticipated...
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...Running head: BOARDMAN RFP RESPONSE Boardman RFP Response Rachelle Ligans University of Phoenix Application Implementation CGMT/445 Zamir Deen November 21, 2011 Abstract Baderman Island Resort has a total of two gift shops a pro shop and spa, three hotels and four restaurants, all of which the Boardman Management Group manages. Adding additional facilities resulted in the Baderman Island Resorts expansion, which also called for each added addition to be equipped with computers that contained the latest in software and hardware. Unfortunately not all of the facilities were upgraded and equipped in a uniformed manner. In view of this fact Boardman Management Group made the decision to seek multiple vendors with the ability to upgrade the current word processing software system with Microsoft Office 2007 are better by way of a request for proposal. The chosen vendor will also have the task of replacing any system that is unable to be upgraded due to being out dated. The measures used to choose a vendor for the upgrade will be based upon operational, technical, cost, management requirements and reliability. Therefore each vendor responding to the request for proposal will need to submit a total cost proposal that includes all requirements presented in the request for proposal. Boardman RFP Response Operational Each vendor submitting a proposal will need to clearly convey the method (s) used to understand and interpret the scope of the word processing system upgrade...
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...Health and Safety Programs Succession Plan Crisis Contingency Plan Baderman Island Resort has contingency plans designed specifically to mitigate certain crisis situations in order to protect our employees, guests, facilities and all other assets. “An organizational crisis is a low-probability, high-impact event that threatens the viability of the organization and is characterized by ambiguity of cause, effect, and means of resolution, as well as by a belief that decisions must be made swiftly” (Breaux, D. & Premeaux, S., 2007)). The contingency plans outlined below are to be used in the event of a hurricane or an event of workplace violence. Employee assistance programs including counseling are available to any Baseman employee at any time. Hurricane Contingency Plan Baderman Island Resort’s Hurricane Contingency Plan is a three stage plan contingent upon advanced warning. Given enough lead time the resort will be secured and all staff and guests evacuated from the island to safety, in the unfortunate event of no advanced notice and evacuation is impossible the plan will shift and all personnel will shelter in place; finally recovery which entails bringing operations up and close to normalcy as possible. Advanced warning - evacuation. In the event that The National Weather Center model predicts a 60% probability of a direct hit within 48 hours, stage one will commence. General Manager will assume role of incident commander and coordinate efforts of the response...
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...a. They can go public through an IPO Baderman Island Resort is a self-contained resort, surrounded by Kelsey Island. It is all inclusive resort that offers almost unlimited activities for entertainment as well as relaxation. The resort has plenty of opportunity for expansion but they have to decide which option is best for their organization. One option is through an IPO (Initial Public Offering). A SWOT analysis is the best way to investigate this option. Strengths: An IPO brings new capital quickly for expansion in order to make the resort more profitable and offer more activities for the visitors. It also makes the stock more valuable for the investors. Expansion of the resort makes the resort more appealing to the public which will in turn make more money for the resort and the investors. Weaknesses: With investors, there are more splits in the profits as well as more red tape to make decisions within the company. Although the organization is making more profits, it has to be divided amongst the investors and the company. On top of that, the organization has to answer to a board of directors in order to make changes or expansions to the property. There has to be a vote before a decision can be made to any of the existing or future amenities that the resort holds. Opportunities: With an IPO, there is opportunity to make changes to the resort. Expansion is an option which gives the company more value. This gives more stock options which in turn brings in more money. Once...
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