Question: We will discuss the case, Boeing 7 6 7 : From Concept to Production ( A ) by Simpson, Lee and Garvin. Consider the B

We will discuss the case, Boeing 767: From Concept to Production(A)by Simpson, Lee and Garvin.
Consider the B767 project as the unit. Some appropriate questions to think about and answer:
How would you describe Boeings approach to project management? What are the basic elements?
What are the strengths and weaknesses of its approach?
What is you evaluation of Boeings parametric estimating technique?
How does Boeing ensure they do not lose knowledge of managing large projects (new aircraft as opposed to small project like different versions of an old plane) in the large time gaps between major new projects?
How does Boeing manage project risks?
a. Financial risk?
b. Market risk?
c. Technological risk?
d. Production risk?
Which process should Boeing use to convert B767s from 3 to 2 people cockpits?
What did Boeing learn or not learn from B767 project for B787(Dreamliner) project?
What general lessons did you learn for you and your organizations from this case?

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