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GALAXY INDUSTRIES PROJECT: CHARTER EXERCISE TEMPLATE
A. General Information
Provide basic information about the project including: Project Title – The proper name used to identify this project;
Project Working Title – The working name or acronym that will be used for the project; Proponent Secretariat –
The Secretariat to whom the proponent agency is assigned or the Secretariat that is sponsoring an enterprise
project; Proponent Agency – The agency that will be responsible for the management of the project; Prepared by –
The person(s) preparing this document.
Project Title:
Project Working Title:
Proponent
Secretariat:
Proponent Agency:
Prepared by:
Points of Contact
List the principal individuals who may be contacted for information regarding the project.
Position
Title/Name/Organization
Phone
E-mail
Project Sponsor
Program Manager
Project Manager
Proponent Cabinet
Secretariat
Proponent Agency
Head
Customer (User)
Representative(s)
Other
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B. Executive Summary
An Executive Summary is required when Sections C thru G of the charter are excessively long. In two or three
paragraphs, provide a brief overview of this project and the contents of this document.
C. Project Purpose
Explain the business reason(s) for doing this project. The Project Purpose (the Business Problem and Project
Business Objectives) is in the Project Proposal, Section B.
1. Business Problem
The Business Problem is a question, issue, or situation, pertaining to the business, which needs to be answered or
resolved. State in specific terms the problem or issue this project will resolve. Often, the Business Problem is
reflected as a critical business issue or initiative in the Agency’s Strategic Plan or IT Strategic Plan.
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2. Project Business Objectives
Define the specific Business Objectives of the project that correlate to the strategic initiatives or issues identified in
the Commonwealth or Agency Strategic Plan. Every Business Objective must relate to at least one strategic
initiative or issue and every initiative or issue cited must relate to at least one project business objective.
Commonwealth or Agency
Strategic Plan – Initiative or
Critical Issue
Project Business Objectives
D. Assumptions
Assumptions are statements taken for granted or accepted as true without proof. Assumptions are made in the
absence of fact. List and describe the assumptions made in the decision to charter this project.
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E. Project Description, Scope and Management Milestones
1. Project Description
Describe the project approach, specific solution, customer(s), and benefits. The Project Description is located in
the Project Proposal, Section C.
2. Scope
The Project Scope defines all of the products and services provided by a project, and identifies the limits of the
project. In other words, the Project Scope establishes the boundaries of a project. The Project Scope addresses the
who, what, where, when, and why of a project.
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3. Summary of Major Management Milestones and Deliverables
Provide a list of Project Management Milestones and Deliverables (see Section E of the Project Proposal
Document). This list of deliverables is not the same as the products and services provided, but is specific to
management of the project. An example of a Project Management Milestone is the Project Plan Completed.
Event
Estimated Date
Estimated Duration
Project Charter Approved
Project Plan Completed
Project Plan Approved
Project Execution – Started
Project Execution Completed
Project Closed Out
F. Project Authority
Describe the authority of the individual or organization initiating the project, any management constraints,
management oversight of the project, and the authority granted to the Project Manager.
1. Authorization
Name the project approval authority that is committing organization resources to the project. Identify the source of
this authority. The source of the approval authority often resides in code or policy and is related to the authority of
the individual’s position or title.
2. Project Manager
Name the Project Manager and define his or her role and responsibility over the project. Depending on the
project’s complexities, include how the Project Manager will control matrixed organizations and employees.
3. Oversight
Describe the Commonwealth or Agency Oversight controls over the project.
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G. Project Organization
1. Project Organization Chart
Provide a graphic depiction of the project team. The graphical representation is a hierarchal diagram of the
project organization that begins with the project sponsor and includes the project team and other stakeholders.
2. Organization Description
Describe the type of organization used for the project team, its makeup, and the lines of authority.
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3. Roles and Responsibilities
Describe, at a minimum, the Roles and Responsibilities of all stakeholders identified in the organizational diagram
above. Some stakeholders may exist whom are not part of the formal project team but have roles and
responsibilities related to the project. Include these stakeholders’ roles and responsibilities also.
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H. Resources
Identify the initial funding, personnel, and other resources, committed to this project by the project sponsor.
Additional resources may be committed upon completion of the detailed project plan.
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Resources
Allocation and Source
Funding
Source: (i.e. Federal Grant)
Amount: $
Source:
Amount: $
Savings: $
Cost Avoidance Savings: $
Project Team (Full
and Part Time
Staff)
Customer Support
Facilities
Equipment
Software Tools
Other
I. Signatures
The Signatures of the people below document approval of the formal Project Charter. The Project Manager is
empowered by this charter to proceed with the project as outlined in the charter.
Position/Title
Signature/Printed Name/Title
Date
Proponent Cabinet Secretariat
(as required)
Proponent Agency Head
Project Sponsor (required)
Program Manager
Project Manager (required)
Other Stakeholders as needed
Other Stakeholders as needed
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GALAXY INDUSTRIES PROJECT ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Galaxy Industries Company Description
Logistics
Throughout this course, you will be working on one project that has many components. Each
component is an individual assignment. You will develop and submit the following graded
assignments:
1. Project Charter;
2. Work Breakdown Structure (WBS);
3. Cost & Quality Management Plan;
4. HR & Communications Management Plan;
5. Final Project Plan and PowerPoint.
You will be a consultant to Galaxy Industries and develop a Project Management Office (PMO)
for this company.
Introduction
Galaxy Industries, a traditionally organized company, has asked your consulting firm, Project
Management Consultants (PMC) to define and implement a Project Management Office (PMO)
within the company. The sponsor for the project is the CEO, John Smith. The CIO is Joe Brown,
and the COO is Sue White.
Mr. Smith wants Galaxy to assist him in developing the Project Charter. Mr. Brown will be
working with Galaxy to develop the Project Plan (and sub-plans). Mrs. White has requested that
the plan include the development of a Project Management Intranet Site so that internal staff will
be well informed as it is related to project progress, problems/risks, and issues.
Galaxy Industries Environment
Galaxy is a small company that sells home accessories such as lamps, pictures, end tables, and
rugs. They purchase many of their products from manufacturers in the US, England, France,
Italy, and China. They sell to gift shops in the US and have an Internet site that sells to
worldwide customers. Their Internet sales are now exceeding their US sales. The company is in a
solid financial condition, with sales expected to rise 25% within the next year (because of the
success of their online sales). Because of their revenue and sales growth, they have hired new
staff in their warehouse operations, as well as in their sales and information services. They have
partnered with CISCO for network services, FedEx for shipping services, and
HP/IBM/Dell/Microsoft for computer hardware and software services.
Some of the problems Galaxy is facing are: inability to process orders within 24 hours, rising
transportation costs (due to higher fuel cost), inadequate employee training, increased demand
for internal IT services related to their website, sales, financial reporting, and
warehousing/shipping, inability to keep up with information technology advancements and
trends, and high personnel turnover in IT, marketing, and sales. All of these problems have been
addressed in the company’s strategic plan.
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PMC’s Environment
PMC has 55 Project Managers and 275 project support staff. The company mandates that all
project managers obtain their project management professional (PMP) certification. PMC has
assigned 1 project manager and 2 project support staff to the Galaxy account because this project
is very small in size.
Project Pre-Initiation
Galaxy has just completed their strategic plan, and one of the strategies to be implemented is the
development of a PMO. This strategy was given high priority, as it will eliminate and/or reduce
the problems associated with internal projects not being completed on time and within budget.
Successful completion of internal projects is crucial to the continued success of the company, as
these internal projects support the sales, marketing, accounting, and warehousing functions of the
company.
PMC’s Project Manager has met with Mr. Smith and has obtained adequate information for the
development of a Project Charter and Scope Statement. He has learned the following from Mr.
Smith:
1. Galaxy has 3 project managers; however, none of them are PMP certified, and they
are not centrally located. Two project managers work in Information Services and the
third works in the COO’s office. Mr. Smith wants all of the Galaxy project managers
to obtain their PMP certification.
2. Galaxy has 8 projects in progress and 10 projects that have not been approved or
prioritized. One project manager has 4 projects, and the other two have 2 projects
each.
3. Galaxy has no formal project management methodology, policy, or procedures.
Project progress reporting is sent out weekly by department heads (via email).
4. Galaxy does have an empty location for the PMO office (located across from the
Accounting Offices); however, office furniture and equipment will need to be
purchased and phone/fax/network services will need to be installed.
5. Galaxy does not have a software package for tracking projects and has asked that this
be a part of the project plan.
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INSTRUCTIONS
The project charter officially announces and authorizes the existence of the project. The charter
names the project manager and indicates the extent of the project manager’s authority over the
project and its resources. Use the provided Charter Exercise Template to complete this
assignment. The charter should contain the following elements:
Project description and characteristics of the product, service, or result
Name, responsibility, and authority level of the project manager
Name and responsibility of the person or persons authorizing the project charter
Project purpose or justification
Measurable project objectives (summary milestone schedule)
Success criteria
High-level requirements
High-level scope statement
Summary budget
Project approval requirements, including the success criteria, who determines whether
those criteria have been met, and who signs off for project approval
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GALAXY INDUSTRIES PROJECT: CHARTER EXERCISE TEMPLATE
A. General Information
Provide basic information about the project including: Project Title – The proper name used to identify this project;
Project Working Title – The working name or acronym that will be used for the project; Proponent Secretariat –
The Secretariat to whom the proponent agency is assigned or the Secretariat that is sponsoring an enterprise
project; Proponent Agency – The agency that will be responsible for the management of the project; Prepared by –
The person(s) preparing this document.
Project Title:
Galaxy Industries Project
Project
Working Title:
Galaxy Industries’ Project
Management Office (PMO) Project
Proponent
Secretariat:
Richard Milton
Proponent
Agency:
Project Management Consultants
(PMC) Firm
Prepared by:
Assigned PMC Project
Management Team
Points of Contact
List the principal individuals who may be contacted for information regarding the project.
Position
Title/Name/Organization
Phone
E-mail
Project Sponsor
CEO/ John Smith/ Galaxy
Industries
020-200 200 222
john.smith@galaxyind
ustries.com
Program Manager
CIO/ Joe Brown/ Galaxy
Industries
020-200 211 222
joe.brown@galaxyindu
stries.com
Project Manager
Program Manager
Consultants (PMC) 's
Project Manager assigned to
Galaxy's account (Sophia
Joseph)
020-360 334 323
sophia.joseph@pmc.co
m
Proponent Cabinet
Secretariat
Richard Milton
020-360 334 300
richard.milton@gmail.
com
Proponent Agency
Head
CEO/ John Smith/ Galaxy
Industries
020-200 200 222
john.smith@galaxyind
ustries.com
Customer (User)
Representative(s)
COO/ Sue White/ Galaxy
Industries
020-200 211 223
sue.white@galaxyindus
tries.com
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Other
Philip James
Ann Brenda
020-860 334 324
020-670 354 476
philip.james@gmail.co
m
ann.brenda@gmail.co
m
B. Executive Summary
An Executive Summary is required when Sections C thru G of the charter are excessively long. In two or three
paragraphs, provide a brief overview of this project and the contents of this document.
Galaxy Industries is a traditional company facing difficulties processing orders, rising
transportation costs, inadequate employee training, and high personnel turnover. Developing a
PMO will eliminate or reduce the problems the company faces. The PMO will be centrally
located, and all project managers will be PMP certified. Galaxy Industries will purchase a
software package for tracking projects.
The project's benefits include improved project management practices, increased
accountability for project outcomes, and improved communication between project stakeholders.
The project scope includes developing and implementing a Project Management Office (PMO)
at Galaxy Industries. The PMO will consist of the development of an intranet site, purchasing
office furniture and equipment, and installing phone/fax/network services. PMC will also train
Galaxy Industries employees on using the PMO and the project management software package.
The project will be completed within six months, and the budget for the project is
$146,000 if a cost saving of $54,000 is achieved. Some of the risks associated with the project
include the potential for scope creep and the possibility that the project will not be completed on
time and within budget.
C. Project Purpose
Explain the business reason(s) for doing this project. The Project Purpose (the Business Problem and Project
Business Objectives) is in the Project Proposal, Section B.
1. Business Problem
The Business Problem is a question, issue, or situation, pertaining to the business, which needs to be answered or
resolved. State in specific terms the problem or issue this project will resolve. Often, the Business Problem is
reflected as a critical business issue or initiative in the Agency's Strategic Plan or IT Strategic Plan.
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The business problem this project will address is the lack of a formal project management
methodology, policy, or procedures at Galaxy Industries. This structure has led to inefficient
project progress reporting and a general lack of accountability for project outcomes.
The project will resolve Galaxy's inability to process orders within 24 hours, rising
transportation costs (due to higher fuel costs), inadequate employee training, increased demand
for internal IT services related to their website, sales, financial reporting, and
warehousing/shipping, inability to keep up with information technology advancements and
trends, and high personnel turnover in IT, marketing, and sales.
This project will develop and implement a Project Management Office (PMO) at Galaxy
Industries, which will provide the structure and oversight necessary to ensure that projects are
completed on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of all stakeholders.
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2. Project Business Objectives
Define the specific Business Objectives of the project that correlate to the strategic initiatives or issues identified in
the Commonwealth or Agency Strategic Plan. Every Business Objective must relate to at least one strategic
initiative or issue and every initiative or issue cited must relate to at least one project business objective.
Commonwealth or Agency
Strategic Plan – Initiative or
Critical Issue
Project Business Objectives
Inability to process orders
within 24 hours
Rising transportation costs (due
to higher fuel costs)
To develop a Project Management Office (PMO) that will
help Galaxy Industries to better manage their internal
projects in terms of time and budget.
Increased demand for internal
IT services related to their
website, sales, financial
reporting, and
warehousing/shipping
To help Galaxy Industries increase its efficiency in
processing orders by implementing a more streamlined and
centralized project management system.
Inadequate employee training
To help Galaxy Industries reduce transportation costs by
training employees in proper logistics and management.
Inability to keep up with
information technology
advancements and trends
To help Galaxy Industries keep up with information
technology advancements and trends by implementing a
system that will track these advancements and trends.
High personnel turnover in IT,
marketing, and sales
To help Galaxy Industries reduce its high personnel
turnover rate by implementing a better management system
of employee training and development.
Lack of a formal project
management methodology,
policy, or procedures at Galaxy
Industries
Develop and implement a formal project management
methodology, policy, and procedures.
D. Assumptions
Assumptions are statements taken for granted or accepted as true without proof. Assumptions are made in the
absence of fact. List and describe the assumptions made in the decision to charter this project.
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The assumptions made in the decision to charter this project are as follows:
Galaxy Industries is a traditional company facing difficulties processing orders,
rising transportation costs, inadequate employee training, and high personnel
turnover.
The company is in a solid financial condition and is expected to grow next year.
Galaxy Industries has partnered with CISCO, FedEx, and HP/IBM/Dell/Microsoft
for network, shipping, and computer hardware and software services.
Developing a PMO will eliminate or reduce the problems the company faces.
The PMO will be centrally located, and all project managers will be PMP certified.
Galaxy Industries will purchase a software package for tracking projects.
Galaxy Industries has no formal project management methodology, policy, or
procedures.
Project progress reporting is sent out weekly by department heads.
The PMO will have a staff of one project manager and two project support personnel
for the project.
All project managers at PMC will be PMP certified.
E. Project Description, Scope and Management Milestones
1. Project Description
Describe the project approach, specific solution, customer(s), and benefits. The Project Description is located in the
Project Proposal, Section C.
The project approach that PMC will take is first to develop a Project Charter and Scope
Statement in consultation with the Galaxy Industries CEO. Once the Charter and Scope are
approved, PMC will work with Joe Brown (CIO) to create a Project Plan, which will include a
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), a Cost & Quality Management Plan, and an HR &
Communications Management Plan. The Project Plan will be presented to the Galaxy Industries
COO for approval. Once approved, PMC will implement the PMO at Galaxy Industries, which
will include the development of an intranet site, the purchase of office furniture and equipment,
and installing phone/fax/network services. PMC will also train Galaxy Industries employees on
using the PMO and the project management software package.
The customers of this project are Galaxy Industries and its shareholders. The benefits of
this project include improved project management practices, increased accountability for project
outcomes, and improved communication between project stakeholders.
2. Scope
The Project Scope defines all of the products and services provided by a project, and identifies the limits of the
project. In other words, the Project Scope establishes the boundaries of a project. The Project Scope addresses the
who, what, where, when, and why of a project.
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The project scope includes developing and implementing a Project Management Office
(PMO) at Galaxy Industries. The PMO will consist of developing an intranet site,
purchasing office furniture and equipment, and installing phone/fax/network services.
PMC will also train Galaxy Industries employees on using the PMO and the project
management software package.
However, the project does not include the development of the actual project management
software package, as a third-party vendor will provide this.
The project is limited to the development and implementation of the PMO at Galaxy
Industries. It does not include developing or implementing any other projects at Galaxy
Industries.
The project will be completed within six months.
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3. Summary of Major Management Milestones and Deliverables
Provide a list of Project Management Milestones and Deliverables (see Section E of the Project Proposal
Document). This list of deliverables is not the same as the products and services provided, but is specific to
management of the project. An example of a Project Management Milestone is the Project Plan Completed.
Event
Estimated Date
Estimated Duration
Project Charter Approved
15th September 2022
Two weeks
Project Plan Completed
15th October 2022
One month
Project Plan Approved
30th October 2022
Two weeks
Project Execution – Started
1st December 2022
One month
Project Execution Completed
31st January 2023
Two months
Project Closed Out
28th February 2023
One month
F. Project Authority
Describe the authority of the individual or organization initiating the project, any management constraints,
management oversight of the project, and the authority granted to the Project Manager.
1. Authorization
Name the project approval authority that is committing organization resources to the project. Identify the source of
this authority. The source of the approval authority often resides in code or policy and is related to the authority of
the individual's position or title.
The project initiation authority for Galaxy Industries is the CEO, John Smith. Mr. Smith has the
power to commit organizational resources to the project and has asked that PMC develop a
Project Management Office (PMO) for the company. He also has the capacity to approve the
project charter and the scope statement.
2. Project Manager
Name the Project Manager and define his or her role and responsibility over the project. Depending on the project's
complexities, include how the Project Manager will control matrixed organizations and employees.
The Project Manager of the set project is Sophia Joseph. Mrs. Joseph's role is to review the plan
by Mr. Brown and use the information to develop the Project Plan for the PMC team. She is also
responsible for coordinating with Galaxy's team, including Joe Brown and Sue White,
concerning the approval and implementation of the PMO. She will also ensure that all project
deliverables are met while working with the PMC team.
3. Oversight
Describe the Commonwealth or Agency Oversight controls over the project.
The Commonwealth or Agency Oversight controls over the project include that the Project
Manager will:
Be responsible for the overall success of the project.
Develop the Project Charter and Scope Statement.
Develop the Project Plan.
Develop the Work Breakdown Structure.
Develop the Cost & Quality Management Plan.
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Develop the HR & Communications Management Plan.
Develop the Final Project Plan and PowerPoint.
G. Project Organization
1. Project Organization Chart
Provide a graphic depiction of the project team. The graphical representation is a hierarchal diagram of the project
organization that begins with the project sponsor and includes the project team and other stakeholders.
2. Organization Description
Describe the type of organization used for the project team, its makeup, and the lines of authority.
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The organization for this project team is a traditional hierarchical organization. A conventional
hierarchical organization is an arrangement with a clear chain of command, where the top
management and the project's sponsor is the CEO, John Smith. The executive is at the top of the
hierarchy, followed by the program manager (CIO Joe Brown). The next step is the project
manager (Sophia Joseph) and the COO, Sue White. The project team at PMC is under Sophia's
command, while Galaxy Industries' internal staff are under Sue's order. The lines of authority are
from the CEO to the program manager to the project manager and the COO, and then to the
project teams. Each project's organization member reports to someone at a higher level in the
hierarchy.
3. Roles and Responsibilities
Describe, at a minimum, the Roles and Responsibilities of all stakeholders identified in the organizational diagram
above. Some stakeholders may exist whom are not part of the formal project team but have roles and responsibilities
related to the project. Include these stakeholders' roles and responsibilities also.
Level 1 Top management: CEO John Smith
The CEO is responsible for setting the overall direction of the company. He will decide on
whether to implement the PMO and will be responsible for providing the resources for the
project as its sole sponsor.
Level 2 Program Manager: CIO Joe Brown
The program manager is responsible for the successful initiation, planning, execution,
monitoring, and controlling of the project related to the PMO within the constraints of time,
budget, and resources. The manager is also responsible for ensuring that the program's
objectives are met and that the program's benefits are realized, as well as communicating with
the program sponsor, the project managers, and other stakeholders.
Level 3
Project manager: Sophia Joseph
The project manager is responsible for reviewing the plan by the program manager, developing
the project plan for the PMC's team, and ensuring that the project is completed on time and
within budget. She will be responsible for communication between the PMC and relevant
departments at Galaxy.
Sue White
Sue White will develop the Project Management Intranet Site to allow Galaxy's internal staff to
follow the project and learn about its risks, issues, and progress. She will also be responsible for
communication between the PMC team and the other departments at Galaxy.
Level 4 Galaxy internal staff and PMC's staff
The PMC support staff will be responsible for providing the project managers with the
necessary support to complete the project.
Galaxy internal staff monitor the progress and ensure that the project is completed on time and
within budget.
H. Resources
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Identify the initial funding, personnel, and other resources, committed to this project by the project sponsor.
Additional resources may be committed upon completion of the detailed project plan.
Resources
Allocation and Source
Funding
Source: CEO (John Smith) 's
Financing
Amount: $200,000
Source:
Amount: $
Savings: $
Cost Avoidance Savings: $54,000
Project Team (Full
and Part Time
Staff)
$25,000
Customer Support
$20,000
Facilities
$45,000
Equipment
$30,000
Software Tools
$24,000
Other
$2,000
I. Signatures
The Signatures of the people below document approval of the formal Project Charter. The Project Manager is
empowered by this charter to proceed with the project as outlined in the charter.
Position/Title
Signature/Printed Name/Title
Date
Proponent Cabinet Secretariat
(as required)
Richard Milton
29th August 2022
Proponent Agency Head
CEO/ John Smith
29th August 2022
Project Sponsor (required)
CEO/ John Smith
29th August 2022
Program Manager
CIO/ Joe Brown
29th August 2022
Project Manager (required)
Sophia Joseph
29th August 2022
Other Stakeholders as needed
COO/ Sue White
29th August 2022
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Other Stakeholders as needed
Philip James
29th August 2022
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OUTLINE
A. General Information
Project Title:
Galaxy Industries Project
Project
Working Title:
Galaxy Industries’ Project
Management Office (PMO) Project
Proponent
Secretariat:
Richard Milton
Proponent
Agency:
Project Management Consultants
(PMC) Firm
Prepared by:
Assigned PMC Project
Management Team
Points of Contact
Position
Title/Name/Organization
Phone
E-mail
Project Sponsor
CEO/ John Smith/ Galaxy
Industries
020-200 200 222
john.smith@galaxyind
ustries.com
B. Executive Summary
Galaxy Industries is a traditional company facing difficulties processing orders, rising
transportation costs, inadequate employee training, and high personnel turnover.
C. Project Purpose
1. Business Problem
The business problem this project will address is the lack of a formal project
management methodology, policy, or procedures at Galaxy Industries.
2. Project Business Objectives
Commonwealth or Agency
Strategic Plan – Initiative or
Critical Issue
Project Business Objectives
Inability to
process orders
within 24 hours
To develop a Project Management Office
(PMO) that will help Galaxy Industries to
better manage their internal projects in terms
of time and budget.
D. Assumptions
Galaxy Industries is a traditional company facing difficulties processing orders,
rising transportation costs, inadequate employee training, and high personnel
turnover.
E. Project Description, Scope and Management Milestones
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1. Project Description
The project approach that PMC will take is first to develop a Project Charter and
Scope Statement in consultation with the Galaxy Industries CEO.
2. Scope
The project scope includes developing and implementing a Project Management Office
(PMO) at Galaxy Industries.
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3. Summary of Major Management Milestones and Deliverables
Event
Estimated Date
Estimated Duration
Project Charter Approved
15th September 2022
Two weeks
F. Project Authority
1. Authorization
The project initiation authority for Galaxy Industries is the CEO, John Smith.
2. Project Manage
The Project Manager of the set project is Sophia Joseph.
3. Oversight
The Commonwealth or Agency Oversight controls over the project include that the
Project Manager will:
Be responsible for the overall success of the project.
G. Project Organization
1. Project Organization Chart
2. Organization Description
The organization for this project team is a traditional hierarchical organization.
3. Roles and Responsibilities
1. Level 1 Top management: CEO John Smith
2. Level 2 Program Manager: CIO Joe Brown
3. Level 3
Project manager: Sophia Joseph
Sue White
2. Level 4 Galaxy internal staff and PMC's staff
H. Resources
Resources
Allocation and Source
Funding
Source: CEO (John Smith) 's
Financing
Amount: $200,000
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Source:
Amount: $
Savings: $
Cost Avoidance Savings: $54,000
I. Signatures
empowered by this charter to proceed with the project as outlined in the charter.
Position/Title
Signature/Printed Name/Title
Date
Proponent Cabinet
Secretariat
(as required)
Richard Milton
29th August 2022
