This case assignment is an analysis of a case from the textbook on Case Histories in project management $.$ The case name is ducor chemical How do we create a partnership between the project manager and line managers when the project manager focuses only on the best interest of his or her project and the line manager is expected to make impartial company decisions?$2.$ Who should have more of a say during negotiations for resources: the project manager or the line manager?$3.$ How should irresolvable conflicts over staffing between project and line managers be handled?$4.$ Should an external customer have a say in project staffing?$5.$ How do we remove an employee who is not performing as expected?$6.$ Should project managers negotiate for people or deliverables?