3-2 Project One: Project Plan
Cole Stats
Southern New Hampshire University
QSO-340 Project Management
Timothy Beechen
May 21, 2023
Stakeholder register
Several parties are involved in the software development project designed to give XYZ Financial Services a custom software solution to optimize workflows and procedures. The following people and groups are included on the stakeholder registry.
- XYZ Financial Services Management Team: The management team consists of key decision-makers and executives who have a vested interest in the successful implementation of the software solution. They provide strategic direction, allocate resources, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Project Sponsor: The project sponsor is a senior-level executive responsible for championing the project within the organization. They provide the necessary support, secure funding, and help overcome any organizational barriers that may arise during the project.
- Project Manager: The project manager is responsible for overall project coordination, planning, and execution. They communicate with stakeholders, manage project timelines, and ensure the successful delivery of the software solution.
- Software Architect: A software architect develops the general framework and technical components of a particular software solution. To guarantee the system’s scalability, dependability, and adherence to industry best practices, they collaborate closely with the development team.
- User Interface (UI) Designer: The UI designer oversees making user-friendly and aesthetically pleasing interfaces. The company’s brand colors, and visual identity are included in the UI design in collaboration with stakeholders to achieve the desired appearance and feel.
- UI Developer: The UI developer brings the UI design to life by implementing it using programming languages, technologies, and frameworks. They focus on ensuring the functionality, responsiveness, and seamless user experience of the software solution’s interface.
- Technical Team Leads: Technical team leads oversee specific areas of the software development process. They provide technical guidance to developers, conduct code reviews, and ensure adherence to coding standards and project requirements.
- Software Developers: The custom software solution must be coded and programmed by the software developers. To put the needed features and functionality into place, they collaborate closely with the software architect and UI designer.
- Software Testers: The software testers perform quality assurance and testing activities to identify and resolve any issues or bugs in the software solution. They verify that the solution meets the specified requirements and ensure its overall reliability and performance.
- End Users: The end users are the individuals within XYZ Financial Services who will utilize the software solution to perform their day-to-day tasks and workflows. Their feedback and input are crucial in ensuring that the solution meets their needs and improves their efficiency and productivity.
- External Consultants: External consultants with specific knowledge may be involved, depending on the project’s complexity. They offer direction, market knowledge, and best practices to guarantee the software solution is delivered successfully.
| Name | Position | Role in the project | Influence on the project | Outcome |
| Dennis Morgan | Project sponsor | Financing the project | High | necessary support, secure funding |
| John Goodwill | PM | overall project coordination | Moderate | Overall Project Manager |
| Sarah Whitestone | Team lead | Lead the project team | Moderate | Well-coordinated Team management |
| Michael Burton | Software systems architect | design layout of software | High | a software application with well described specs |
| Wendy Sam’s | User interface designer
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Designing software interface | moderate | A well implemented UI with clearly stated specifications |
| Anderson Kens | UI developer | Developing software interface | Moderate | A UI that meets the proposed deliverables |
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Developers | Implement software through coding | High | Software that meets the overall design requirements |
| Neil Kimber | Technical team lead | Ensure quality of technical deliverables | High | All client concerns are well taken care of |
| TBD | Software testers | Software System Testing | Moderate | Ensure software runs as intended |
| TBD | IT Team | provides technical infrastructure | Moderate | successful implementation and maintenance of the software |
| TBD | External consultants | provide guidance, industry insights, and best practices | moderate | ensure the successful delivery of the software solution |
Risk register
The risk register identifies potential project risks that may have a negative impact on the desired outcomes of the software development project. Mitigation measures will be implemented to reduce the likelihood of these risks occurring or eliminate them entirely. The risk register includes the following risks.
| Risk Description | Frequency of occurrence (1-5) | Impact | Response strategy | Personnel responsible | Status |
| Inadequate Requirements Gathering | 3 | Delays in development, rework, dissatisfaction among stakeholders | Conduct thorough interviews and workshops with stakeholders | Project Manager | In progress |
| Inadequate software developers | 2 | Misalignment of expectations, resistance to change, potential project delays | Establish a clear communication plan, assign dedicated stakeholder engagement member | Project Manager | Ongoing |
| Technical Challenges | 4 | Delays in development, compromised functionality, increased project costs | Conduct technical feasibility assessment, involve technical experts | Technical Team Leads | ongoing |
| Insufficient User Adoption and Training | 3 | Damage to reputation, legal and regulatory implications, loss of customer trust | Implement robust security measures, regular security assessments | Technical Team Leads | Ongoing |
| Data Security and Privacy Breaches | 2 | A software that does not meet client needs | Hire qualified individuals to be part of the project team | Technical team lead | Ongoing |
| Resource Availability | 4 | Delays in project timelines, compromised quality, increased costs | Conduct thorough resource assessment, plan resource requirements | Project Manager | Ongoing |
| Unrealistic Timelines | 3 | Increased stress on the project team, compromised quality, and delayed project completion | Conduct project timeline analysis, involve key stakeholders | Project Manager | Ongoing |
Work breakdown structure
The work breakdown structure provides a hierarchical representation of the tasks involved in the software development project. Each task should be completed in the order specified, and dependencies between tasks should be considered. This structure helps in organizing and managing the project activities, ensuring a systematic and efficient approach to project execution.
Responsibility Assignment Matrix
The responsibility assignment matrix clarifies the roles and responsibilities of each project team member for different tasks involved in the software development project. It ensures clear communication and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.
Note
R: Responsible – The team member or role responsible for completing the task.
A: Accountable – The team member or role is ultimately accountable for the task’s completion and overall project success.
C: Consulted – Team members or roles that will provide input or expertise for the task.
I: Informed – Team members or roles that need to be kept informed about the progress or outcomes of the task.
| Project manager | Software Architect | UI designer | UI developer | Technical Team Leads | Software developer | Software testers | |
| Requirements Gathering | A | R | C | C | C | C | I |
| Project Planning | R | C | C | C | C | C | I |
| Software Design | R | A | C | C | C | C | I |
| UI Design | C | C | A | C | C | C | I |
| Software Development | R | R | C | A | C | C | I |
| Testing and Quality Assurance | R | C | C | C | A | C | R |
| User Acceptance Testing | R | C | C | C | C | C | A |
| Deployment and Implementation | A | C | C | C | C | C | R |
| User Training | A | C | C | C | C | C | R |
| Project Review and Documentation | A | C | C | C | C | C | C |
References
MindEdge Inc (2023). Project Management. Mindedge, INC. https://doi.org/https://snhu.mindedgeonline.com/content.php?cid=159546
