… and
a real risk: (continued)
The reasoning behind this vague “objective” was to avoid
constraining the contractor’s creativity. Unfortunately, the result
was to add vagueness and ambiguity. In such cases, you might want to
break the project into two parts: a first part to consider and propose
technical solutions, and a second part to design and develop the chosen
system.
The precision of the objective is in the preciseness of
the writing. In this case, neither the customer nor the contractor
knew what the product
was to be. Avoid “buzz words” in objectives.
The result of the initial project is one or more specific
proposals with associated cost and schedule estimates. The
customer can then evaluate options, make a decision, and
initiate a second project to design and develop the selected
system.
Objective for an Initial Analysis Project
Propose one or more Communication and Project Management
Information Systems for Project XYZ. The system is
to be implemented during the project planning phase
and expanded during the project design and development
phases. Provide a cost benefit analysis for each proposed
system. Specific evaluation criteria are listed below: … The
cost for this analysis and proposal is not to exceed
6,500,000 yen, and the due date is 01 April 200X. |
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