In: Operations Management
Step 2: Write a memo recommending a project management software solution based on the following case:
write a memo to the Chief Information Officer, Pat Winters, stating what project management software solution you would like the organization to purchase and implement.
Considerations
You may select whatever project management solution you want, but you will need to justify the selection. You need to compare/contrast at minimum two solutions and justify why you recommend one solution over the other. You may want to address the following in your memo:
Why implement your selected solution
Identify criteria used in making your recommendation
Rate your options
Justify your recommendation
Feel free to use any figures, tables, etc., to strengthen your analysis/recommendation and memo.
Memo formatting criteria:
Line Spacing: double spaced
Length: 2 to 3 pages
Criterion used for recommendation:
Comparison- Active.collab versus Team work projects:
Criterion |
Active.collab |
Team work |
Task Management |
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Team Collaboration |
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Time Tracking |
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Invoicing |
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Project Budgeting |
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Resource Management |
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Gantt-like Timeline |
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Kanban Board |
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Flexible Task Views |
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Advanced Reports |
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Self-Hosted |
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All Projects in One View/ Dashboard |
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Client Permissions/ Extranet |
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High level Enterprise Data security & support |
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Justification:
Recommending Active.collab program management software due to extreme convenience of self hoisting at office premises, enhanced data security and technical support level provided by the company. Plus advantage of Project budgeting and better dashboard user interface to manage more than 1 projects in a single view along with extranet facility and interface for client communication and relative works.