Essentials of Systems Analysis and Design (6th Edition)
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Author: Joseph Valacich, Joey George
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Chapter 4, Problem 39CQ
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Risks of a project:
- Lone working and lack of involvement of key stakeholders are the main risks of a project.
- Project manager (Jim) is not including all the key stakeholders for developing the project...
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Low, medium or high-risk project:
It is a high-risk project.
Reason:
- It is a high-risk project because scope is not defined in a proper manner or high-level description is provided...
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Particular risks:
- If the project is not completed in the time frame, it causes delay of the project.
- Hence as a result, additional costs will be incurred...
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