Project Management Chapter 6: Scoping Techniques

Untrained facilitators can lead to negative responses from stakeholders.

Strength: End-user participation; Risk: Descriptions may differ from actual detailed activities.

A potential risk is that the client may want to implement the prototype prematurely.

<p>A requirements workshop may overwhelm the customer due to the volume of information and the variety of stakeholder inputs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An example of a functional requirement is 'The system must allow users to log in using their email and password.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An example of a non-functional requirement is 'The system should load within 2 seconds under normal operating conditions.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Global requirements describe the highest level of requirements within a system or product.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An example of a product/project constraint is 'The application must be developed within a budget of $50,000.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To keep office supply expenses within budget by the end of the next fiscal year.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Establish a departmental office supply budgeting and control system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Less than 4% of the current year office supply budget.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>At least 98% of office supply requests are filled on demand.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Central stores can be operated at or below the breakeven point.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It ensures that the initiatives are consistently enforced and that resources are allocated appropriately.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By increasing awareness of copying practices that can reduce costs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It refers to a statement on how to address the identified problem or opportunity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>RBS stands for Requirements Breakdown Structure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The RBS allows clients to stay within their comfort zone and work collaboratively with the project team.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The RBS is a deliverables-based approach that remains client-facing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The degree of completeness of the RBS determines the suitability of different PMLC models.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Conflicting requirements from different parties and the evolving nature of business conditions can pose challenges.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The RBS does not require a trained facilitator for its implementation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The RBS presents an intuitive method that is familiar to clients, simplifying the requirements gathering process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The RBS paints a clear picture of how well-defined the solution is based on the requirements collected.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>High-level requirements can be used as project objectives when they align with the project's success criteria and provide measurable outcomes that address specific problems or opportunities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The three components are Increasing Revenue (IR), Avoiding Cost (AC), and Improving Service (IS).</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Quantitative metrics are important because they provide clear, measurable targets that enable evaluation of project success and accountability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Technological obstacles, such as obsolescence, and interpersonal obstacles, including working relationships, can significantly affect project success.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Management review questions help evaluate the project's alignment with organizational goals, clarify objectives, and assess feasibility and value.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Key participants include the core project team, project manager, resource managers, function/process managers, client, and senior management.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Risks must be evaluated against project objectives and success criteria to determine if the potential benefits outweigh the negative impacts on project viability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Financial analyses provide insights into the feasibility of the project and help determine whether the expected benefits justify the costs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To ensure that the client's wants align with their actual needs and to keep them informed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Project Overview Statement (POS).</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Project Manager and the Client Group.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Requirements Breakdown Structure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It ensures all parties agree on what constitutes success for the project.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The description of the current state and the problem or business opportunity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A requirement is a specific function or quality that the product or project must fulfill.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By actively communicating with the client and ensuring they understand project progress and limitations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A requirement is a desired end-state that, when integrated into the solution, meets specific needs and delivers measurable business value.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>High-level requirements form a necessary and sufficient set to attain expected incremental business value.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The RBS aims to provide a structured framework that categorizes project requirements into manageable components.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It reduces social inhibitions and stimulates idea generation among participants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A strong individual may dominate the session, stifling contributions from others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Interviews.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Being client-facing ensures that the RBS aligns with the client's perspective and needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is excellent for managing cross-functional processes, enabling diverse input and collaboration.</p> Signup and view all the answers