Project Plan - Project Management

Project Plan Cynthia Mocek Josefina Romero

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Introduction Purpose Project Scope Executive Summary Project Background and Objectives Project Critical Success Factors Key Deliverables and Milestones Constraints and Dependencies Scope Statement Scope of this Project Solution Overview Project Deliverables Overview High Level Milestone Plan (HLMP) Assumptions

Project Name: NuFridge Project Manager: Cynthia Mocek and Josefina Romero

Project Plan Document

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Introduction

Purpose The goal is to build a prototype of a product that exceeds customer expectations of the current market and ultimately to secure more market share.

Project Scope The project must be completed in 12 months with a budget of $400,000 and will be designed strictly for household usage.

Executive Summary The company will design and build a refrigerator for household use by utilizing multiple vendors on a $400,000 budget. A working prototype will be completed 6 months into the project and the final prototype will be delivered at the 12-month mark. Stakeholders include Sears, researchers, product designers, suppliers, and focus groups.

Project Background and Objectives This project is ultimately being undertaken to secure more market share for Sears by delivering a product that exceeds customer expectations.

Project Critical Success Factors The following factors are critical to the success of the project: ● User friendly ● Energy efficient ● Affordable for target market

Key Deliverables and Milestones The following deliverables and milestones will be completed and met within the project time period. 3

Key Deliverables

Key Milestones

Market Research Results

Market Research Complete

Product Design

Product Design Complete

Assembled Prototype

First Prototype Complete

Focus Group & Regulators Test Results

Focus Group & Regulator Testing Complete

Final Prototype Assembled

Final Prototype Complete

Constraints and Dependencies The project is constrained by: ● Market research and product designers time tables ● Suppliers material availability ● Vendors production availability The project depends on: ● Market research team expertise ● Product designers ● Focus group

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Scope Statement

Scope of this Project The company will produce a working prototype refrigerator designed for household use. The project will be completed within a 12 month time frame using the provided budget of $400,000. Mass production and marketing plans will not be developed by the project team.

Solution Overview The refrigerator specifications are as follows: ● 69 inches tall ● Have an overall capacity of 28 cu ft. ● Stainless steel finish ● Gallon capacity french doors ● Ice & water dispenser ● Touch screen temperature control ● Two freezer drawers with adjustable shelves and spacing ● LED refrigerator and freezer lighting ● Wheels for easy movement with childproof locks

Project Deliverables Overview Key Deliverables Market Research Results Product Design Assembled Prototype Focus Group & Regulators Test Results Final Prototype Assembled

High Level Milestone Plan (HLMP) The deliverables and milestones for the project include:

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Deliverables

Milestones

Material Research Recommendation Report

Complete Materials Research Recommendation report

Electronic Parts and Technology Research Report

Complete Electronic Parts and Technology Research Report

Competitor Research Report

Complete Competitor Research Report

Product Outer Casing Design

Complete Product Outer Casing Design

Product Shelving and Interior Design

Complete Product Shelving and Interior Design

Product Filtration and Ice System Design

Complete Product Filtration and Ice System Design

Electronics/Technology Product Design

Complete Electronics/Technology Product Design

Supplier Comparison Report

Complete Supplier Comparison Report

Parts Procurement

Parts Procured

Parts Assembly for First Prototype

First Prototype Complete

Focus Group Testing Report

Focus Group Testing Report Complete

Regulator Testing Report

Regulator Testing Report Complete

Final Prototype Design

Final Prototype Complete

Final Prototype Retest Results

Final Prototype Testing Complete

Final Prototype Regulator Approvals

Final Prototype approved by Regulators

The work breakdown structure for this project is as follows: •

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Research o Materials o Electronics o Competitors Product Design o Outer Casing o Shelving o Filtration o Electronics Procurement o Identify Suppliers o Procure Supplies Assembly

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Testing o Focus Groups o Regulators Final Prototype o Redesign o Reassemble o Regulation Approvals

Assumptions The following are the project team’s assumptions: ● Full access to supporting teams ● Teams will provide us with correct information ● Stakeholders will be cooperative

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