Project planning

The purpose of this assignment is to develop a well-researched project planning document based on the overall parameters of a networking related project, establish an appropriate project management plan, and quality environment required to complete the chosen project. Furthermore, analyse project issues, conduct postproject review (i.e., lessons learned) and make recommendations for improvements for future projects. It addresses the following learning outcomes:

• Understand project management as a strategic tool, framework, or methodology for business development;
• Analyse and apply a range of technologies and techniques that are appropriate to the needs and requirements of the project — particularly in developing the scope, and planning the project;

• Demonstrate project leadership skills; identify and assess risk. in developing and executing theproject;
• Critically reflect on current project management ethics, research, theory and practice;
• Identify, analyse, compare, interpret and present the use of a project management tool (e.g., MS Project);
• How to manage a project effectively through planning, leadership, monitoring and control;
• Analyse various ICT services management systems.