Module_11_Project_Konnor_King

.docx

School

University of South Dakota *

*We aren’t endorsed by this school

Course

569

Subject

Industrial Engineering

Date

Dec 6, 2023

Type

docx

Pages

Uploaded by konnorking1234

Project Management – GE569 Fall 2023 Dr. W. Loendorf, instructor Konnor J. King 7342058 Module 11 Due Date: November 4th, 2023 Current Date: October 31st, 2023 Submitted as partial fulfillment for the degree of Master of Engineering South Dakota State University

Summary The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) responded to a 6.8 magnitude earthquake in Los Angeles by implementing emergency response measures, including visual inspections, interim traffic management strategies, and speedy demolition and rebuilding of damaged freeways. The governor signed an Emergency Declaration, streamlining contracting procedures and implementing significant incentives for contractors. All Federal Highway Administration resources were made available, and "Force Account" contracting was used for the immediate selection of sole source contractors. Project management processes were initiated, including disaster response and an earthquake recovery task force. Additional funds were made available through Caltrans' Director, a declaration of a state of emergency by President Clinton, and Congress. Questions a) Of the six constraints, which were cost trade offs, and which were scope trade offs? Out of the six constraints mentioned, the following were cost trade-offs:  Streamlined contracting procedures: While this approach saved time, it could have led to higher costs due to less thorough evaluation of bids.  Significant incentives/disincentives: Using incentives and disincentives encouraged contractors to work quickly, but it could have led to increased costs due to overtime, extra equipment rentals, and bonuses.  Force Account contracting: Sole source contracting allowed immediate work commencement, but it could have resulted in higher costs due to limited competition. The following constraints were scope trade-offs:  Prioritization of critical repairs: Focusing on essential transportation routes meant that some less necessary maintenance might have been delayed or deferred.  Resource leveling: Allocating resources evenly across different projects could have led to delays in completing individual tasks. b) In what way were the performance trade offs made? That is, how did they affect performance? Caltrans prioritized speed over cost and scope in freeway repairs, reducing repair time significantly. However, these trade-offs also led to potentially higher costs and deferred critical maintenance. c) What kinds of resource allocation approaches discussed in the chapter were used in this situation? Caltrans employed various resource allocation approaches to expedite the freeway repairs:  Prioritization: Caltrans focused on restoring essential transportation routes first.  Resource leveling: Caltrans distributed resources evenly across different projects to avoid bottlenecks.  Crashing: Caltrans used additional resources, such as overtime and extra equipment, to accelerate critical tasks.  Fast-tracking: Caltrans overlapped project phases to reduce overall project duration.

Summary The Global Healthcare Project (GHP) in California, USA, has been working to establish an ambulance service in Pueblo Nuevo, Guatemala, a remote village. The project involved assembling a volunteer team of 22 university students to provide an ambulance, set up an emergency call system, and train residents to act as emergency medical technicians. However, the project faced challenges such as more suitable vehicles, a community-owned approach, and limited resources. The team had to find and register an eligible vehicle, equip it with mountain- terrain tires, and find three residents with driver's licenses and time to drive patients to the hospital. To secure ongoing funding, the community agreed to add a surtax on the pharmacy for supplies and maintenance. The team also arranged a satellite phone number to reach the three driver EMTs. Questions a) What “lessons learned” could you suggest for GHP from this project for similar, future projects?  Thorough Needs Assessment : Conducting a comprehensive needs assessment before starting a project is critical. It helps identify potential challenges and resource gaps, allowing GHP to prepare better and allocate resources effectively.  Local Partnerships : Building strong partnerships with local organizations, lawyers, and experts is essential for overcoming bureaucratic obstacles. In this case, engaging a lawyer and local experts helped with vehicle registration.  Flexibility and Adaptability : Flexibility in project execution is crucial, especially in time-constrained situations. GHP adapted by simplifying the project's scope, focusing on essential supplies, and using hands-on training.  Resource Mobilization : Identifying and securing necessary resources, such as suitable vehicles and medical equipment, should be part of project planning to avoid delays.  Community Ownership : Ensuring the community has a sense of ownership over the project is vital for long-term sustainability. Engaging the community in decision-making and funding mechanisms ensures their commitment to the project's success. b) Does this project sound like a “mission impossible?” In what regards?  Limited Timeframe : The 30-day time limit is a significant challenge, particularly given the extensive groundwork required for the project. Finding, registering, and equipping an ambulance and conducting training within this short period is a daunting task.  Infrastructure and Resource Constraints : The need for more basic infrastructure and resources in the community, such as proper roads, medical equipment, and licensed drivers, presented substantial obstacles to the project's success.  Bureaucratic Hurdles : Registering the vehicle required legal processes and paperwork, which consumed a significant portion of the available time and posed a bureaucratic challenge.

Your preview ends here

Eager to read complete document? Join bartleby learn and gain access to the full version

Access to all documents
Unlimited textbook solutions
24/7 expert homework help