TECH460 Module 6 Project

Prob 3: Slattkey Sweets proposes to re-launch one of its mature brands, the Zubirot Bar. The brand manager has identified the tasks involved and produced the following information about them: I Activity H A B C D E F Description Redesign the bar Redesign the packaging Build pilot production line Trial production run Consumer panel tests Main pilot production Design promotional material Test market redesigned product Produce report for the Board Predecessor Activity A, B C D E E F, G H Optimistic estimate of time (weeks) 5 3 10 1 4 2 8 2 Most likely estimate of time (weeks) 8 4 13 1 1 6 4 10 2 Pessimistic estimate of time (weeks) 10 5 a. Construct the PERT/CPM network for this problem. b. What is the expected project completion time? What is the critical path? c. Determine the mean and the standard deviation for the product re-launch. d. Ascertain the probability that the project will be finished in 40 weeks. 16 2 1 9 5 15 3

Please provide the following: • Statement of the Problem • Objective • Areas of Consideration • Alternative courses of action • Recommendation

MASTERY PROBLEM / Cr. Cash: $4,301.83 ar Ban Trenkamp owns and operates the Trenkamp Collection Agency. Listed below are the name, number of allowances claimed, marital status, information from time cards on hours worked each day, and the hourly rate of each employee. All hours worked in excess of 40 hours for Monday through Friday are paid at 1½ times the regular rate. All weekend hours are paid at double the regular rate. Trenkamp uses a weekly federal income tax withholding table (see Figure 8-4 on pages 288 and 289). Social Security tax is withheld at the rate of 6.2% for the first $110,100 earned. Medicare tax is withheld at 1.45% and state income tax at 3.5%. Each employee has $5 withheld for health insurance, All employees use payroll deduc- tion to the credit union for varying amounts as listed. GENERAL LEDGER Trenkamp Collection Agency Payroll Information for the Week Ended November 18, 20-- Credit Total Hourly Rate Earnings 1/1-11/11 Union Employee No. No of Allow. Regular…

Q1: What were the hurdles Zomato faced when they introduced their food delivery services in India?   Q2: How Zomato use the “flywheel effect” to increase its customer base?

Write a conclusion, and some recommendations and implications about Sony Playstation Gaming Console to increase their sales.

Company: ABC Civil Engineering - an engineering firmSituation: ABC company has recently made significant cuts in staff and the workload on existingemployees has increased. A major RFP is dueCharacters: Ted Waltz – Managing Director of ABC EngineeringElaine Tillman – Civil Engineer____________________________Elaine Tillman looked at her watch – it was 7:30 pm. Just then she knew she would not make it to her son’s final high school basketball game. It took her a moment to collect herself and wipe the tear that had started down her face and onto the ragged-edged 100 plus page RFP she was working on. The RFP,the largest opportunity that ABC Civil Engineering had a chance to bid on in 6 months, was far fromready for the 9:00 AM deadline the following day.Normally in this situation, Elaine would have collaborated with a proposal team putting together such a big proposal but, since the economic down turn hit, ABC has had to make significant cuts in its staff. It started with administrative…

Company: ABC Civil Engineering - an engineering firmSituation: ABC company has recently made significant cuts in staff and the workload on existingemployees has increased. A major RFP is dueCharacters: Ted Waltz – Managing Director of ABC EngineeringElaine Tillman – Civil Engineer____________________________Elaine Tillman looked at her watch – it was 7:30 pm. Just then she knew she would not make it to her son’s final high school basketball game. It took her a moment to collect herself and wipe the tear that had started down her face and onto the ragged-edged 100 plus page RFP she was working on. The RFP,the largest opportunity that ABC Civil Engineering had a chance to bid on in 6 months, was far fromready for the 9:00 AM deadline the following day.Normally in this situation, Elaine would have collaborated with a proposal team putting together such a big proposal but, since the economic down turn hit, ABC has had to make significant cuts in its staff. It started with administrative…

After analysis BCG matrix Unilever pakistan company lies in stars, question mark, cash cows or dogs. Explain with reason. Its not a assignment question.

The outdoor pool is out of service at your resort and your teenage tour group of 30 is checking in today. What could the convention services manager do to be proactive?   Question 5 options:   a)  Make arrangements to shuttle the guests who want to use the pool to a private pool.   b)  Nothing. The pool is closed for the safety of the guest.   c)  Tell them to go to the YMCA.   d)  Pay for them to swim at the hotel pool next door and charge a small fee.

In problem 1.1, how much would sales have to increase to provide the same increase in profits?

Recommendations on different levels of the strategic planning process (Corporate Level, Business Level, Functional Level)  of Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel??

Provide a well written purpose of project as well as the objectives of the project

Existing case study online: Resilience in Recovery: Fairtrade Coffee Cooperative Strikes Double Jackpot: Environmental Protection & Better Prices What are the possible Highlights and insights or critical points, Specify how SDG 12 is incorporated into the existing case study, and lastly what are the detailed sustainability program and its impact on the society, environment, etc. Ps. Not graded

what is the problem statement?

Criteria Strong Support Support Business Strategy Urgency 10% of Sale From New Products Competition Fill Market Gap Weighted Total (a) Weighted Total (b) Weight 2 5 4 3 1 3 ? ? Project 1 9 5 2 0 2 5 ? ? Project 2 3 7 2 0 2 5 ? ? Project 3 6 8 2 3 6 8 ? ? Project 4 1 0 5 10 6 9 ? ? Project 5 3 10 10 1 8 0 ? ? The Custom Bike Company has set up a weighted scoring matrix for evaluation of potential projects. Above are five projects under consideration. Using the scoring matrix above, which project would you rate highest? Lowest? If the weight for “Strong Sponsor” is changed from 2.0 to 5.0, will the project selection change?  What are the three highest weighted project scores with this new weight? Why is it important that the weights mirror critical strategic factors?

Q1: Based on the current situation develop a strategic plan for Rolling Plains Golf Club that may be implemented in 2021. Justify the rationale for your plan.

Good Practice Example - Sourcing Process at Federal Express FedEx Corporation is a $20 billion market leader in transportation, information, and logistics solutions, providing strategic direction to six main operating companies. These are FedEx Express, FedEx Ground, FedEx Freight, FedEx Custom Critical, FedEx Trade Networks, and FedEx Services. Prior to the purchase of the Ground, Freight, and other non-express-based services, Federal Express had reorganized all of its major indirect spend in information technology, aircraft, facilities/business services, vehicles/fuel/ground service equipment, and supply chain logistics groups under the Strategic Sourcing and Supply group, led by Edith Kelly-Green. After the purchase of these different businesses, the supply management function was reorganized into a Center-led supply chain management (SCM) sourcing model. (“Center” refers to a Center of Excellence that focuses on centralizing sourcing strategy teams.) Over the last two years, FedEx…

Arc-bot Technologies, manufacturer of six-axis, electric servo-driven robots, has experienced annual expenses and savings in its shipping department through improved supply-chain software applications. Find the i* value between 0 and 100%.   The i* value is  % per year.

BMKT350-Case Study A Chapters 9 & 10 ABC is one of the premier shopping and lifestyle destinations located in the heart of Beirut. With 7 branches, including 3 flagship stores that combine world-class shopping, dining, and entertainment, ABC is perpetually reinventing itself to create the ultimate leisure experience. The mall mainly targets local customers of different ages. ABC Mall has a very spacious and relaxing environment. Customers will be attracted by its trendy, stylish, and creative interior design. Everybody likes to feel important. Offering an outstanding customer experience is what makes ABC unique. The well-trained, knowledgeable, and skilled salespeople pay attention to the little details and make their customers feel valued. They build an honest and genuine connection with them, show appreciation, listen to customers' feedback, exert after-sale service, and are always ready to assist customers in any means and situation. 1- Sara visits ABC Mall for shopping even if she…

What is the right Strategic Alternative Feasibility for Chick-fill-a

Describe Strategic Evaluation Framework for Decathlon in details and draw diagram?

Activity 3: Marketing Mix Strategy Using the 4P's Model, develop a product or service and create a marketing mix strategy. 1. PRODUCT What is the product/service that you want to offer? What need is the product/service trying to address? 2. PRICE How much is your product/service? What type of pricing strategy will you use? 3. PLACE Where will you sell your products? Will you sell through retail stores? Will you use non-store retailing? why? 4. PROMOTION How will you increase awareness of your product? How will you promote your products?

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Formulate a problem statement for the "Sales Order Management System."

SWOT ANALYSIS: "ZAMBALES GOLF COURSE"  FOLLOW THIS FORMAT

Existing case study online: Resilience in Recovery:The Unblocked Cash Project and Blockchain Humanitarianism in Vanuatu What are the possible Highlights and insights or critical points, Specify how SDG 6 is incorporated into the existing case study, and lastly what are the detailed sustainability program and its impact on the society, environment, etc. Ps. Not graded

Q1) solve the following mcqs   a) At Khaleej Corporation, managers drew up a three-stage plan as they prepared for layoffs. First, they warned employees several months ahead that layoffs were inevitable. Soon thereafter, they held on-site presentations at all locations to explain to employees why the layoffs were needed and to provide as much information as they could about what employees should expect. Represents an example of?"     Provide assistance to displaced workers     Help survivors thrive     Both A & B     More Communication is significant   b) "An army officer gives his directions on a certain task, his cadets are compelled to follow his instructions. This is an example of ___. "     Expert     Referent     Reward     Legitimate c) _____ is the person who serves as one of the key persons in managing change initiatives.     Change agent     CEO     CFO     CIO

Q1) solve the following mcqs   a) At Khaleej Corporation, managers drew up a three-stage plan as they prepared for layoffs. First, they warned employees several months ahead that layoffs were inevitable. Soon thereafter, they held on-site presentations at all locations to explain to employees why the layoffs were needed and to provide as much information as they could about what employees should expect. Represents an example of?"     Provide assistance to displaced workers     Help survivors thrive     Both A & B     More Communication is significant   b) Rational decision-making approach ideally implies ______ decisions.     Programmed     Non-programmed     Rational     Non-rational