1. All projects have a scope (all work that produces the project deliverables), schedule (project timetable with planned activity start and stop dates), cost (funds required to procure all the needed project products, services, and resources), and customer satisfaction ( ensures that objectives and responsibilities of the project satisfy all stakeholders involved). For this discussion, define scope, schedule, cost, and customer satisfaction using a project you have been on as an example. 

• Explain what a project constraint is and what constraints you dealt with in your example project.
• Explain the triple constraint.
• Why are scope, schedule, and cost - along with customer satisfaction - considered to be constraints?

2. Every project has a "life," a beginning, middle, and end with a specific project management life cycle. Using your example, describe the main phases of the project life cycle.

 

Project I have been part of: 

Throughout my tenure at Chipotle, I've had the opportunity to be involved in several impactful projects, one of which was assisting in the opening of new stores. This project required a comprehensive understanding of Chipotle's operational procedures, staff training protocols, and management structures.

The first step in this project was to understand the needs of the new store, including staffing requirements, equipment needs, and operational guidelines. This involved close collaboration with the store's management team and Chipotle's corporate office.

 Next, I helped develop a training program for the new staff. This included creating a curriculum that covered Chipotle's food preparation procedures, customer service standards, and safety protocols. I also helped train the new managers, focusing on leadership skills, conflict resolution, and store operations.

Finally, I assisted in the actual store opening, ensuring that all staff were properly trained and that the store was ready for operation. This involved a final review of all procedures and a thorough check of the store's equipment and facilities.

This project was a valuable learning experience, as it allowed me to develop my project management and leadership skills. It also gave me a deeper understanding of the complexities involved in opening a new store, from staff training to operational setup.

 

Ensure to include the following references: 

• Successful Project Management (7th Edition), Gido, Clements, Baker
  • Preface and Chapter One (Project Management Concepts)
• The Differences Between IT Projects And Other Types of Projects, Business Opportunities.Biz, March 2020

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Scope In the context of the example project at Chipotle the scope refers to all the work that was necessary to produce the deliverables of opening a new store This includes defining the staffing requi... View the full answer