Development Approach and Life Cycle Quiz

A deliverable is considered completed only when it meets all defined criteria and is ready for use or deployment.

A project management approach that combines adaptive and predictive methods to manage different aspects of a project.

A project management approach that allows for flexibility and change as project requirements evolve.

A project management approach that plans tasks in advance with detailed schedules and resources.

Developing a product in repeated cycles, gathering feedback at each step to improve the design.

Adding features/functions to a product step-by-step, completing one before moving to the next.

An example project where senior services are established incrementally (e.g., starting with one service & expanding.)

An example project illustrating an incremental approach. Modules are developed and deployed one at a time, while feedback is gathered.

A type of predictive development where each phase must be completed before the next begins. It's linear.

A combined approach using elements of both predictive and adaptive methods. A blend of planning and flexibility.

A series of small, incremental development cycles focused on refining functionality. Building in stages.

A small-scale project to test an idea.

Lack of certainty regarding scope, schedule, cost, or resource availability.

Suitable for innovative or inexperienced deliverables where change is expected.

Best for stable scope and predictable requirements.

Stable scope favors predictive, while a changing scope leans towards adaptive.

Easily adaptable deliverables benefit from agile or adaptive approaches.

High-risk products need thorough analysis before selecting a project approach.

Projects with strict safety standards often use predictive methods due to documentation and demonstration needs.

Meeting tight deadlines may influence the project approach, such as choosing an iterative or incremental method over a more elaborate one.

Limited funds can encourage a less-invested approach; incremental or smaller-scale methods are ideal.

Stages in a project lifecycle, including Start-up, Planning, Development, Test, Deploy, and Close.

The development phase overlaps with the test and deploy phases because of early deliveries.

The test phase overlaps the development and deploy phases because deliverables have multiple deliveries.

The deployment phase involves iterative activities like ongoing website updates and senior services, after the community center opens.

The closing phase occurs periodically as deliverables are completed. Project personnel are released when the initial website is deployed.

Reviews of project performance and deliverables at specific stages, including the planning phase gate review.

Testing is specific to each deliverable (e.g., building, courses, website).

Overall sequence of phases from a projects beginning to its end, with considerations to overlap between stages for project deliverables.

A process that describes the stages involved in creating and managing a community center, from planning to closure.

The initial phase of a community center's creation, involving planning and preparation.

The phase where the community center is built, and services or programs are established.

The phase when the community center is fully operational and accessible to the public.

The regular improvement and enhancement of services specifically for senior citizens within the community center.

Creating and releasing versions of the community center's website.

The physical building of the community center.

The chosen project life cycle (predictive or adaptive) significantly affects the planning approach. Predictive life cycles emphasize upfront, detailed planning, while adaptive life cycles involve more flexible, iterative planning.

A technique used in predictive life cycles where initial planning is detailed but future phases are planned progressively with more detail as the project progresses.

In predictive life cycles, initial plans are gradually refined and detailed as the project progresses, incorporating new information and insights.

The frequency and timing of delivering value to stakeholders, often influenced by the chosen development approach.

Different development approaches can help mitigate project risks. Predictive approaches provide structure and control, while adaptive approaches offer flexibility and feedback loops.

The chosen project management approach impacts team structure and leadership style. Predictive approaches favor structured teams and hierarchical leadership, while adaptive approaches encourage self-organization and servant leadership.

Adaptive approaches, particularly agile methodologies, are effective for projects with high stakeholder acceptance risk. They allow for early, iterative feedback and adjustments.

Predictive approaches are useful for projects with high regulatory risk, as they emphasize thoroughness and upfront planning for compliance.