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You are the project manager at a utility company. Due to the recent rise in the cost of petroleum, your organization is exploring cheaper, ?

alternative forms of energy. You have just completed the project Scope Planning process and created the Scope management plan. However, upon review, you have determined that the resulting project scope management plan is ambiguous and poorly written. A poorly written project scope management plan will directly impact all of the following EXCEPT: A. Ability to define, prepare and integrate, all subsidiary plan, into the project management plan B. Ability to identify the necessary activities that needs to be performed to produce project deliverables C. Ability to control changes to the project scope D. Ability to create a detailed project scope statement as the basis for future project decisions

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Question added by Muhammad Farooq , QA-QC MANAGER , AL Bawani contracting co.
Date Posted: 2019/04/11

Ability to identify the nessary activities that needs to be performed to produce project deliverables.

aimen khan
by aimen khan , Freelancer , Online Platform

As the project manager at a utility company, I am overseeing our exploration of cheaper, more sustainable energy alternatives due to the recent rise in petroleum costs. This shift involves investigating renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power, as well as improving energy efficiency across operations. My focus is on ensuring that projects related to these alternatives are well-planned, budget-conscious, and aligned with regulatory requirements, while also delivering long-term cost savings and reducing our environmental impact. Collaborating with stakeholders, engineers, and financial teams, we aim to diversify our energy portfolio and enhance energy security for the future

Ihsan Idelby
by Ihsan Idelby , General Manager , Sanrock Hotel

  1. Ability to define, prepare and integrate all subsidiary plans into the project management plan.

Explanation:

While a poorly written project scope management plan can affect various aspects of project management, option A focuses on the integration of subsidiary plans into the project management plan. This process typically relies more on the overarching project management framework rather than just the clarity of the scope management plan itself.

Here's how the other options are impacted:

  • B. Ability to identify the necessary activities that need to be performed to produce project deliverables: If the scope management plan is ambiguous, it can lead to confusion about the specific tasks required to meet project deliverables, thereby hindering effective planning.
  • C. Ability to control changes to the project scope: A poorly defined scope can lead to scope creep and make it difficult to manage changes effectively since the baseline for what constitutes a change will be unclear.
  • D. Ability to create a detailed project scope statement as the basis for future project decisions: The project scope statement is directly derived from the scope management plan. If the plan is poorly written, the scope statement will also lack clarity, impacting future decisions related to the project.

Thus, while A does have some relationship with the scope management plan, it is the least directly impacted compared to the other options, which are more fundamentally reliant on a well-defined project scope.

Amr Ramadan
by Amr Ramadan , Tax manager , Al-Rehab General Contracting Company

Ability to identify the necessary activities that must be undertaken to produce project deliverables.

Syed Talha Ahmed
by Syed Talha Ahmed , Escalation Desk Executive/Acting Team Lead , IBEX.PAKISTAN

As the Project Manager at a utility company facing rising petroleum costs, our organization is exploring cheaper, alternative energy sources to manage expenses and ensure sustainability. Here’s how we are addressing the situation:

  1. Renewable Energy: We are investing in renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydro to reduce our reliance on petroleum and lower energy costs.

  2. Energy Efficiency: We are implementing energy-saving technologies and practices to optimize our current energy use and reduce overall demand.

  3. Diversification: We are exploring a mix of alternative fuels and energy solutions, such as biofuels and geothermal, to create a more resilient energy portfolio.

  4. Cost Analysis: We are conducting thorough cost-benefit analyses to identify the most cost-effective and sustainable energy options for our operations.

  5. Partnerships: We are collaborating with technology providers and research institutions to stay at the forefront of new energy solutions and innovations.

These strategies aim to mitigate the impact of rising petroleum costs while supporting our long-term sustainability goals.

Wycliffe KERORO
by Wycliffe KERORO , Receptionist/Salesperson/Storekeeper/Assistant Accountant , Aqua Delight Investment Limited

C. Ability to control changes to the project scope. The changes cannot be foreseen when the plan is first written.

Haiam Al -Uaimer
by Haiam Al -Uaimer , Accounts Director , Almond

As the project manager at a utility company facing rising petroleum costs, the focus is on exploring cheaper and more sustainable energy alternatives. Key strategies include investing in renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal power, implementing energy efficiency programs, deploying smart grid technology, and encouraging demand response initiatives. Energy storage solutions and diversification of energy sources are considered to reduce vulnerability to petroleum price fluctuations. Long-term contracts with energy suppliers, public awareness campaigns, regulatory incentives, and collaborative partnerships are also part of the plan. Through these initiatives, the utility company aims to reduce operational costs, enhance energy efficiency, and transition towards a greener and more sustainable energy future.

amjad iqbal
by amjad iqbal , Group Product Manager , Shaigan Pharmaceutical Pvt. Ltd Pakistan

Dear Sir,

As for I recommend that we can improve the ability to identify the necessary activities of the project that needs to be performed and to produce project required deliverables. We can also encounter the ability to control changes to the project time by time for the targeted results.

Chandana Gunathilaka nice
by Chandana Gunathilaka nice , Sales And Marketing Executive , Getwing hotels Group

yes I do pointed riyal time 

Nooruzzama Khan
by Nooruzzama Khan , Administrator & Office In charge , Eastern Union Trading & Contracting W.L.L., Doha

As far as possible . we will try to manage and will not depend on that in case our product may be suffer ,becuase it will not effect every unit less than 1 or 2,while its alternate are also peresent in the markets.

Ashraf Alja'fari
by Ashraf Alja'fari , Integrated Shipping Manager , Amin Kawar And Sons Company

D.

Because poor plan will not even reach the point of creating future project decisions.