...Integrative Project Management Process Write a 200- to 300-word short-answer response to the following:What is meant by an integrative project management process and why is this so important? What are the pitfalls if such an approach is not taken?Project integration management is concerned with ensuring the proper coordination of project processes so project objectives are achieved. Successful project managers use project integration management to integrate project processes, maximize performance, and meet project goals throughout the life cycle of a project. The reason it is important is because: * identify the primary reason why it's important for project managers to understand project integration management. * match each process in the Project Integration Management knowledge area with its description. * match the Project Process Groups to the processes in the Project Integration Management knowledge area that occur within them. Project integration management helps with these decisions by ensuring the proper coordination of project processes during project plan development and execution. Successful project managers use project integration management throughout the project life cycle to integrate project processes, maximize performance, and meet project goals. Successful project managers use project integration management throughout the project life cycle to integrate project processes, maximize performance, and meet project goals. | Project CharacteristicsWrite...
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...Technogenesis/Integrative Project Name: Course Tutor Date: INTRODUCTION THE AUTODRIVER Creativity research is a large and varied field in which the subject has characteristics on many different levels. The arrival of digital media and computational tools has opened up new possibilities for creative practice (Edmonds et.al. 2005). The Auto driver is a creative project that aims at converting a simple human activity, driving a vehicle into a computer technology aided activity. Sharma (2006) notes that humans are intricately bound up with technology. With that in mind, creativity combined with technology can perform a simple task as driving a vehicle. The Auto driver is a technology project to develop a self-driving vehicle. Using GPS (Global positioning system) and other relatively new driving technologies, and combining them into one functional unit able to drive a car. A GPS system currently in use for driving involves indicating available parking spaces (Hsu 2010). Auto driver will take this idea further and use the GPS system to navigate cars through highways and city streets, without getting lost or losing control. By combining technology that is in place, it is possible to develop this car. By use of low cost sensors, the car will be able to recognize other cars in front and behind it while on the road. Similar technology developed by researchers at Rutgers University is helping in parking cars (Joentz 2010). Overview Edmonds et.al. (2005) Point out that the cutting edge...
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...Integrative Network Design Project Kudler Fine Foods is one of the biggest and fastest growing food companies in the Unites States. Because of this fast expansion there are expected and often increased goals that must be done in order to keep all parts of the company working as they should. One of these areas that must be kept up to date and secured at all times is its integrated network. Again because of the company’s recent growth there will be challenges that will happen especially with the network so a good integrative network design must be developed in order to continue this positive trend both in present and in the future. Kudler Fine Foods is taking the next step to upgrade the existing infrastructure with new wireless technology which will provide a better communication link for not only all of the stores, but for all of the employees as well. Kudler Fine Foods wants to implement a new network design that will connect their three locations that is spreaded out across the U.S. With the new systems and servers the ability to maximize the company’s profits will increase overnight. This new inventory system will allow the stores POS systems to alert the warehouses to ship more products when they are running low automatically. This will eliminate the need of wasted man hours checking the stock. Using a Wide Area Network (WAN) would be the best choice for connecting the three locations together. They also want to implement a communication system throughout the network...
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...Integrative Network Design Project II Communications protocols are where the rubber meets the road when discussing communications between computers. These protocols set the parameters for computer communication and allow them to communicate in an organized manner. Without protocols a network would be worthless and very ineffective. The protocols help not only in preventing errors but they also provide a way of tracking down errors by giving the user a systematic process to check for possible repairs. Some of the main things protocols do are: 1. Provide private communication capabilities. 2. Give users the ability to authenticate traffic. 3. Organizes packets (Packets are data organized in a specific format containing user information/ handling instructions). 4. Provide a way to pinpoint errors in communication. The proposed changes to the system are based on the technical vulnerabilities caused by using hardware/software and wiring that is old or not optimal. The current protocols used are acceptable but need to be overhauled in order to provide Kudler with faster communication over long distance. Uniformity of the network is obvious in the current Ethernet network set up built over T3 100 base connections and the versatility of the Novell 4.11 server is a plus; but the Novell uses an Internet Package Exchange/Sequence Package protocol (IPX/SPX). This protocol is generally supported but not globally supported like TCP/IP. The IPX/SPX protocol works great with Intranet/Intraware...
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...Integrative Network Design Project Abstract Kudler Fine Foods is currently seeking to connect three locations via a Wide Area Network (WAN), create a wireless local area network (WLAN) in each store and add a voice over internet protocol phone system throughout the network. The purpose of this paper is to lay out a design that will accomplish these goals and includes the ability to expand beyond the current stores. Hardware and Software All computer networks are comprised of hardware components and software. Kudler Fine Foods has three locations and each of these locations require their own hardware components. The software components of the network will also need to be installed at each of the locations. The hardware components of the network, that will be located at each site, are a router, switch, firewall, end nodes, and wireless access points. A router will be used to allow each site to communicate with the other locations. A switch will be used to connect all of the point of sale terminals and user terminals with the router. A hardware firewall will be placed between the internet and the router to prevent unauthorized access to the system. The term end node refers to any device that is connected to the end of the wired or wireless network. End nodes, or end devices include user desktops, point of sale terminals, and server in this particular case. The wireless access points will be configured to only allow company approved devices access. The devices that are...
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...LAN/WAN Paper Candy Williams/Stahmann April 25th, 2016 NTC/362 Bradley Rush LAN/WAN Paper Introduction For a few minutes we will be covering three points on some aspects of Kudler Fine Foods. First in these points is that of the hardware, and the software that is needed to make sure that the electronic threats to their system is taken care of. Next is the Local Area Networks (LAN), and also the Wide Area Network (WAN) not forgetting the wireless aspects of it all. Then finally in these points is that of the building blocks of the system. These building blocks are switches, routers, and also cabling. Hardware, and Software In the aspects of Kulder Fine Foods we don’t want to forget the important aspect of the chances of electronic threats to the system. One big way that this can be done is by isolating the electronic information. This may seem like a of course kind of thought, but it is one we don’t want to forget. Making sure we include hard walls, locked doors, and even the possibility of safes. The best time to secure...
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...Integrative Network Design Project (INDP) This paper will explain the network fundamental characteristics and components of Kudler Fine Foods (KFF). Kudler Fine Foods is a small local upscale specialty food store specializing in import and domestic products located in the three locations within the San Diego metropolitan area. Diagrams will show the current network topology. Finally, a description the standards applicable to this INDP project will be provided. Network Fundamental Characteristics and Components A network is comprised of computer hardware, cabling, network devices, and computer software, which together allows computers to communicate with each other. The network characteristics are determined by the availability, cost, reliability, security, speed, scalability, and topology. In order to understand how each component communicates and operates it’s helpful to break it down into pieces and then analyze. The diagrams below provide details of the topology of Kudler Fine Foods. Current Network Topology The current network topology used at Kudler Fine Foods is the bus topology. The bandwidth which is the volume of data that can travel over the Ethernet cable is shared with a transmission speed of 100 Mbit/s. “The single cable is referred to as a trunk, backbone, or segment (Goleniewski, 2007).” University of Phoenix. (2013). University of Phoenix. (2013). University of Phoenix. (2013). Standards Components assigned to a specific architecture layer have...
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...Integrative Network Design Project Shaquita Boss NTCC/362 October 19, 2015 Peter Fortuna Kudler Fine Foods Kudler Fine Foods was established in 1998 from a vision of a very motivated and passionate gourmet cook by the name of Kathy Kudler. The vision came about when the frustration of having to travel around town to gather ingredients for what she thought was an untroublesome dinner. Kathy then decided to establish her very own gourmet food shop. The first store was opened in La Jolla, California. After just two short years of the La Jolla store opening, her second location was open for business which is located in Del Mar, California. The third Kudler Fine Foods was opened in 2003 in Encinitas, California. Kudler Fine Food Topology Current Topology Network Topologies Kudler’s Fine Foods all use the same Hub for connectivity. The Hubs that they are currently using are ancient history compared to today’s technology. Kudler Fine Foods currently use what is call a bus topology were all stations are attached via cable taps to a single length of cable. Each station sends signals and is able to detect signals on the bus. The bus topology connects each computer on the network into something called the segment trunk. A bus is usually referred to a cable that connects end to end and this is used to transmit the signals from one end to the other end. At every end a terminator is placed so that it understands in which direction the data is traveling and also the terminator...
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...Integrative Therapy Djnj1102 Behavioral science research is a large, multifaceted field, encompassing a wide array of disciplines. The field makes use of a variety of mechanical approaches including: surveys and questionnaires, interviews, randomized clinical trials, direct observation, and field experiments. In spite of the techniques used in the research related to behavioral science, it is not restricted to a set of disciplines or mechanical approaches. Instead, the field is defined by substantive areas of research that go beyond disciplinary and practical boundaries. In addition, several key cross-cutting themes characterize behavioral sciences research. These include: an emphasis on theory-driven research; the search for general principles of behavioral and social functioning; the importance ascribed to developmental, lifespan perspective; an emphasis on individual distinction, and distinction across socio-demographic categories such as gender, age, and socio-cultural status; and a focus on both the social and biological contexts of behavior. With the information that is gained from research one can select a therapeutic approach that would seem to be most helpful. While all therapeutic systems have some common goals, they each have differences in the route that is used to achieve them. Some therapies insist on direct and active part of the counselor, while others place value on the client being the one who is active. Some therapies place their attention on what the...
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...Integrative Network Design Project As the Integrative Network Design Project moves in to part three the need to evaluate the Patton-Fuller Community Hospital network to identify additional properties and functions. This paper will look at the hardware and software needed to secure the network against electronic threats, will examine the use of Wide Area Networks (WAN) and Local Area Networks (LAN) and the technologies used to implement them, and finally the concepts of data communication networks will be explored. In any organization it is imperative that measures are taken to protect the network from potential threats. Vital information contained on the network may be at risk to potential internal or external network threats. With this stated it is important that the organization determines the safeguards that need to be in place to protect that data. Patton-Fuller Community Hospital will need to evaluate the software and hardware options that are available and will provide the most secure method for protecting the critical data stored on the network. To make an informed decision the types of potential threats must be first identified. There are a number of threats to networks; social engineering, port scanners, packet sniffers, password cracking, trojans, denial of service attacks, server bugs, and super user exploits. Each of these uses techniques designed to access the network and impair the networks ability to function or to obtain vital data. Social engineering...
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...Kudler Fine Foods Integrative Network Design Project Gregory Harris Fundamentals in Networking NTC/362 March 24, 2013 John Ho Kudler Fine Foods Integrative Network Design Project As previously discussed in prior papers, the main purpose of this project is to analyze the best way to upgrade the system at each location. Upgrading the technology will afford the company the benefit of having better communications internally at each location, as well as being able to communicate better from each branch. This will help to company to maintain a better system for such things as keeping inventory at a predetermined level. Recovering from any catastrophe in an orderly fashion is definitely a concern. Installing the right combination of hardware and software will create a more stable network that will be able to overcome many small bumps on the operation that could have staggering consequences on the current network. It is the goal of the development team to have a better LAN that will serve to enhance the network at each individual location. With that taken care of the upgraded LANs will in turn improve the link between each store on a WAN. Each store will be equipped with wireless capability that will allow for connectivity to all of the other stores and serve as the access for internet. Part of the reason for implementing a better wireless network is to stay competitive in the marketplace. It is very important in todays’ market that a business...
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...There are many considerations that have to be looked at in order to create a new network for Kudler Fine Foods that will allow the company to perform well in the current market, be able to expand and grow, and connect all locations together as well as keep each facility running at optimal conditions. In order for the new network to be successful consideration have to be taken in the use of LANs and WANs in the network, other wireless technologies used in the company, various other parts included in today’s data communication networks, and in the types of security used in all of these items. All of these items are important in building a network that will operate for the company in the manner that is required, help improve communication within the different stores of the company as well as the entire company, and allow for future network growth within the company. Kudler Fine Foods will require the use of Local Area Networks (LANs) in each of its facilities, Wide Area Networks (WANs) to tie each of the facilities together and to the rest of the world, and the use of other wireless technologies in order to be successful in the business world today. Each facility will use a LAN to tie all of its computers and systems together. The facilities will then be linked to each other and to other companies, such as vendors and general information like the internet, through a WAN. The entire company will also be using certain wireless technologies within the facilities to enhance work performance...
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...The Cost Analysis for Decision Making project is intended to be a comprehensive evaluation of the key objectives covered throughout this course. It will challenge you to apply your knowledge of cost information when evaluating the decision to make or buy a product. Please use this outline and grading rubric as a guide to completing your course project. It provides specific details of the required elements of the project, and it will be used by your instructor as a grading guide. Read Integrative Case 4-61, "Make versus Buy," on pages 157 and 158 of the course text. Assume that you are the general manager (Mr. Walsh) faced with this decision. You have identified the following four alternatives available to Liquid Chemical Co. Alternative A: It is the status quo. (i.e., Liquid Chemical Co. will continue making the containers and performing maintenance.) Alternative B: Liquid Chemical Co. will continue making the containers, but it will outsource the maintenance to Packages, Inc. Alternative C: Liquid Chemical Co. will buy containers from Packages, Inc., but it will perform the maintenance. Alternative D: It is completely outsourced. Packages, Inc. will make the containers and provide the necessary maintenance. Your project should include the following items: Part (a): Discuss each of the four alternatives outlined above. Identify the relevant costs (including amounts) for each of the four alternatives, and explain why these costs are relevant to the decision. Identify...
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...Few memories as a failure on a major project from half a decade ago still vividly remains in memories. As a Research Assistant to Tim, it was my first paid job. Tim, an Engineer, worked in silos and had driver social style to his heart beat. He only communicated the expectations without delving in the details that he had in his mind. Even though the Office space was a closed knit space for 16 students, Tim seldom hung out with people to build personal relationships. He only interacted with others when there was a need. His lack of explanation on why the project was needed had left me wondering regarding purpose and design aspects of the new programming project. I struggled on how to effectively design the project and often sought help from other people, who recommended me that the project needed investment in new programming platform as old platform was incapable of achieving the project objectives. After making almost no progress on the project and wasting time in attempts to make old platform workable, I received a vehement email from Tim, stating that XYZ Inc. was deciding to scale back on funding, as no progress reports were submitted. I was shocked to learn that I was even expected to submit progress reports at the end of quarter on the undertaken project in which I had neither any clue nor communication. As an amiable person, I was too quick to reach an agreement with Tim on project deliverables. I had thought that I would be receiving friendly advice and guidance from...
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...and answer document, uploaded to D2L dropbox. You will have to find an IT professional to interview on your own. Description of this assignment 1. Each student needs to find a candidate for a Post-implementation Review (PIR) report describing an information systems development project. 2. Where can you find an information technology professional to interview? You will have to find an IT professional to interview on your own. 3. If you work for a business or government organization, you should consider interviewing the IT/MIS director for your organization. If you work P/T or F/T in any reasonably sized organization, it is likely that there are some IT workers around (like help desk staff, programmers, analysts, network technicians or even IT managers). It can even be a friend, relative or acquaintance you know who works in such a job. 4. The following is a list of themes that you could address in the interview: Please do not write this paper in question and answer format. Use the questions below to help guide the interview. ▪ What type of job does he/she do? For whom? ▪ What projects is he/she currently working on for the organization? ▪ What projects has he/she recently completed? ▪ What IT applications has the firm recently implemented? ▪ Were the most recently applications developed in-house, were they outsourced development or were they application software packages that were customized and purchased? ...
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