...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 of the upgraded software application...
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...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 completion date (About.com, 2011). The potential vendor will need to present a detailed project plan and conduct project meetings for resource coordination and project documentation. Technical The request for proposal will contain a complete breakdown of Baderman Island Resort’s existing word processing system that is in need of upgrading or replacement; to include operating systems,...
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...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 completion date (About.com, 2011). The potential vendor will need to present a detailed project plan and conduct project meetings for resource coordination and project documentation. Technical The...
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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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...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 can changes in a business affect an application software development project? What are some of the tools a project manager can use to respond to changes that occur? DQ 3: Boehm and Bhuta, (2009)...
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...Boardman Management Group Word Processing System Upgrade CMGT445 University of Phoenix Boardman Management Group Word Processing System Upgrade Boardman Management Group (BMG) was founded in 1994 and originally handled 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...
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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 Request for Proposal LaTanya Powers CMGT 445 Application Implementation December 20, 2010 Paul Stokes Boardman Management Group is writing up a RFP, which is also known as a Request for Proposal. Boardman decided on developing an RFP so that it will help them bring in suppliers via a bidding process to obtain service for implementing or purchasing an updated word process application. In addition, the request for proposal helps Baderman clearly identify the risks and benefits of the procurement process. The below RFP includes the introduction of Baderman, the requirements of the system, and administration information. All of these key points will help Baderman decide which vendor is right for the job in implementing the word processing software application. Introduction 1. Description of company, including type of organizational structure Kelsey River surrounds Baderman Island Resort. In 1988, Baderman Island was made in an effort to redirect the Kelsey River. In order to help protect rare and endangered butterflies, 400 acres of botanical have been created on Baderman. The island has various restaurants and it contains three different hotels that satisfy everyone’s needs. Baderman Resort also provides unlimited activities and various entertainments that will fit every guests liking. In addition, Baderman provides conventional center that is designed to accommodate small to medium-sized...
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...Uncertainty on Project Planning Process Project across most industries face huge uncertainty as regard to complex, ambiguous and dynamic environment (external environment) which can have impact on the project planning process. Similarly, projects are becoming larger and more ambiguous which make the execution and realisation of project complexity to be on the increase therefore increase our internal complexity. (Azim, 2010) established that project are increasingly being characterized as complex across most industries and sectors. (Vidal et al. 2011, p. 719) define project complexity as the property of a project which make it difficult to understand, foresee and keep under control, even when given reasonably complete information about the project system. Besner and Hobbs project (2012) established that size, complexity and together with risk (known unknown) and uncertainty (unknown unknown) are path of project characteristics to be considered in selection of project management toolsets to be adopted in their management approach. Each of the project classification approaches attempt to address interaction between complexity and uncertainty and the impact this interaction has on project planning process. The key principles for addressing complexity in the planning process. The complexity of project has always been there which make the need to execute and bring realisation of project complexity on the increase. Therefor the key principles of project complexity in the...
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...Island resort also has a spa, pro shop and various restaurants. The resort is managed by the Boardman Management Group which was formed in 1994. Working with the chamber of commerce and the Baderman family they began overseeing the resort in 2004. Their goal is to offer quality customer service through acts of kindness and specialty services. The goal of this project is to bring all computer systems to a standard word processing system. This would include the purchase of six new computers, and upgrading the remaining 38 that are running Windows 2000 and Word 2000 and the 26 using Windows XP and Word XP to Windows 7 and Word 2010. This also includes an intranet system, which mean purchasing a networking system. The Boardman Management Group would like this project completed as quickly as possible with as little interruption to services as possible. As is the case with all such project the management group would like this upgrade to be as cost effective as possible. Technical Requirements are as follows: * Six desktop computers with monitors running Windows 7 and Word 2010 * Upgrade to Windows 7 and Words 2010 on the remaining 64 computers * Networking program * Internet capability * Secure links to protect consumer information * New system must be expandable in...
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...Critical Details about EBS R12 Upgrades Presented By Susan Behn VP, Oracle Practice Objectives/Agenda Provide a high level view of topics to consider when upgrading to R12 When is a “technical” upgrade possible What do I need to research more When is the right time for training What do I include in my budget/timeline Functional Topics Technical Topics 2 Overview Are you aware that… There are over 1500 new features in R12 A responsibility can now access data in multiple organizations R12.1 was released in April 2009 How does this impact custom Responsibilities How will all these new features be “discovered” Quicker data entry for shared services organizations The user interface to the Oracle Diagnostics scripts was rewritten in OA Framework in R12.0.6 12.0 focused on Financials 12.1 focused on everything else including HR Utilizes role-based access control requiring role grants from the user management responsibility Setup reports in diagnostics can help you find missing setups 3 FINANCIALS - GL 4 Financials - GL Legal Entities have significant functionality in R12 Should reflect legal corporate structure Utilized by Accounting Functions, E-Business Tax, Intercompany, and Bank Account Balancing segment is associated with legal entity – not ledger Bank account is owned by legal entity Align your Ledger structure with your business plan Operating units are associated...
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...assignments and labs. Some may be used more than once in different units. NOTE: Always check with your instructor for specific due dates of assignments. Graded Assignments Unit 1 Assignment 1: Computer Basics Review Course Objectives and Learning Outcomes * Identify the major needs and major stakeholders for computer networks and network applications. * Describe how digital devices store data. * Describe the differences between input and output devices. Assignment Requirements In the Chapter Review Activities at the end of Chapter 1 in the Odom textbook (answers can be found in the textbook): * Respond to the multiple-choice questions. * Complete the List the Words inside Acronyms table. Required Resources * Odom textbook * Computer with word processing software * Internet access * Printer Submission Requirements: Submit your responses as a typed document using Arial or Times New Roman 12-point font, double-spaced. Label your assignment Unit 1 Assignment 1. Unit 2 Assignment 1: Identifying Network Topologies Course Objectives and Learning Outcomes * Identify the major needs and major stakeholders for computer networks and network applications. * Identify the classifications of networks and how they are applied to various types of enterprises. * Draw the four major physical network topologies: bus, star, ring, and mesh. Assignment Requirements Using the Topology Worksheet provided by the instructor, complete...
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...assignments and labs. Some may be used more than once in different units. NOTE: Always check with your instructor for specific due dates of assignments. Graded Assignments Unit 1 Assignment 1: Computer Basics Review Course Objectives and Learning Outcomes * Identify the major needs and major stakeholders for computer networks and network applications. * Describe how digital devices store data. * Describe the differences between input and output devices. Assignment Requirements In the Chapter Review Activities at the end of Chapter 1 in the Odom textbook (answers can be found in the textbook): * Respond to the multiple-choice questions. * Complete the List the Words inside Acronyms table. Required Resources * Odom textbook * Computer with word processing software * Internet access * Printer Submission Requirements: Submit your responses as a typed document using Arial or Times New Roman 12-point font, double-spaced. Label your assignment Unit 1 Assignment 1. Unit 2 Assignment 1: Identifying Network Topologies Course Objectives and Learning Outcomes * Identify the major needs and major stakeholders for computer networks and network applications. * Identify the classifications of networks and how they are applied to various types of enterprises. * Draw the four major physical network topologies: bus, star, ring, and mesh. Assignment Requirements Using the Topology Worksheet provided by the instructor, complete...
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...you prepare as part of assignments and labs. Some may be used more than once in different units. NOTE: Always check with your instructor for specific due dates of assignments. Graded Assignments Unit 1 Assignment 1: Computer Basics Review Course Objectives and Learning Outcomes Identify the major needs and major stakeholders for computer networks and network applications. Describe how digital devices store data. Describe the differences between input and output devices. Assignment Requirements In the Chapter Review Activities at the end of Chapter 1 in the Odom textbook (answers can be found in the textbook): Respond to the multiple-choice questions. Complete the List the Words inside Acronyms table. Required Resources Odom textbook Computer with word processing software Internet access Printer Submission Requirements: Submit your responses as a typed document using Arial or Times New Roman 12-point font, double-spaced. Label your assignment Unit 1 Assignment 1. Unit 2 Assignment 1: Identifying Network Topologies Course Objectives and Learning Outcomes * Identify the major needs and major stakeholders for computer networks and network applications. * Identify the classifications of networks and how they are applied to various types of enterprises. * Draw the four major physical network topologies: bus, star, ring, and mesh. Assignment Requirements Using the Topology Worksheet provided by the instructor, complete the topology...
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...Upgrade of Oracle Business Intelligence Edition Enterprise (OBIEE 10G) Reporting Tool to OBIEE 11G at Econet Wireless (PVT) LTD Paddy Mutimusakwa Managerial Applications of Information Technology DeVry University - Keller Graduate School of Management February, 2015 Table of Contents Abstract 3 Brief Company background 4 Discussion of business problem(s) 5 Business/Technical Approach 6 Benefits of solving the problem 7 Business process changes 8 Technology or business practices used to augment the solution 8 - 9 High-level implementation plan 9-10 Conclusions and overall recommendations 11 References 12 Abstract With technology changing so rapidly, it is important that companies stay abreast of these changes to remain competitive. Econet Wireless, with its global presence cannot afford to ignore this fact hence the need for an upgrade to its current systems. With the utilization of the older version of OBIEE, Econet is not able to process most of its requests thereby affecting overall business performance and productivity. It is with this realization that an upgrade be done on the current software to satisfy company needs. Econet has been using OBIEE 10G as its reporting tool since the company started operating...
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