D079 RNM1 or BXM1 - Business Environment Applications
II: Process, Logistics, and Operations – Task 1 - Project
Management
D079
RNM1 TASK 1 SUBMISSION
Task 1: Project Management
A. Discuss how you would plan the catered lunch project by completing each of
the following 5 distinct project phases:
1. Project Initiation
a. (A1A) Describe the project and the need for the project. Include information from the
provided scenario for support.
A catering business will be started to provide customers in the local area with organic meals that
will be produced by local farmers in the area due to the high demand in the community. This
project is important because community members actively desire organic foods, and they
want more locally fresh foods to be provided. The community's customers seek to avoid
processed foods and desire better-quality nutrition by choosing to purchase more organic
foods.
b. (A1B) Identify three relevant stakeholders and discuss how the project impacts each stakeholder.
The three stakeholders are Farmers,
1. Farmers: Farmers could be impacted positively or negatively depending on the
availability of fresh produce. For example, if there is an excess of unsold fresh food, the
catering business's increased demand could boost farmers' profits. However, if the supply
fails to meet the demand created by the new catering business, the market may have to
source produce from other farmers, leading to increased competition.
, 2. Customers: The catering project will benefit customers by offering more options for
organic, locally sourced fresh food. With a 25-mile delivery radius, the service will also
provide convenience, ensuring orders are delivered within an hour. But the use of non-
organic lettuce may disappoint customers who prioritize strictly organic ingredients.
3. Unions: Union stakeholders may raise concerns about fair compensation, job security,
and workload distribution, particularly if new staff are hired or existing employees are
assigned catering responsibilities. They may also focus on ensuring safe working
conditions and benefits for any additional catering staff. To prevent conflicts, it’s smart to
engage union representatives in the process and to make sure changes align with current
agreements.
c. (A1C) Discuss whether the project is feasible by addressing each of the three triple
constraint components: scope, cost, and timeline.
The plan to launch the catering business focused on the organic food market is feasible, with a
manageable scope. The business will offer catering services within a 25-mile radius, using a
single van for the deliveries. Key tasks include preparing and packaging food at the market,
delivering orders within 60 minutes, and special event orders within a week. Challenges such as
offering free lunches catered to businesses and the unavailability of fresh organic lettuce from
local farmers could heavily impact the project's profits. Even with the challenges, they can still
succeed with convenient and effective solutions. The catering team should examine the budget to
find cost-saving opportunities without sacrificing the quality or quantity of the food. They could
also explore different sources for lettuce or offer customers menu substitutions. By addressing
these issues, the business can remain on track to achieve its profit goal within the first year.
2. Project Planning
a. (A2A) List three milestones for the project plan and provide a timeline for each milestone.
1. Launch the Catering Business (30 Days): The goal is to open a catering business that
focuses on the demand for organic food, while creating a fresh business model for the
local market.
2. Build a Client Base (60 Days): Within two months of opening, the business wants to
secure at least 10 companies for weekly lunch catering services. To start this, the
company will offer a free lunch to each potential client to introduce the service and build
relationships.
3. Growth and Investment Plan (90 Days): By day 90, the company plans to gain the
attention of potential investors, to show a clear path for future growth. The goal is to
show financial results, prove the business is profitable, and present the company to a
financial institution for potential investment.
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II: Process, Logistics, and Operations – Task 1 - Project
Management
D079
RNM1 TASK 1 SUBMISSION
Task 1: Project Management
A. Discuss how you would plan the catered lunch project by completing each of
the following 5 distinct project phases:
1. Project Initiation
a. (A1A) Describe the project and the need for the project. Include information from the
provided scenario for support.
A catering business will be started to provide customers in the local area with organic meals that
will be produced by local farmers in the area due to the high demand in the community. This
project is important because community members actively desire organic foods, and they
want more locally fresh foods to be provided. The community's customers seek to avoid
processed foods and desire better-quality nutrition by choosing to purchase more organic
foods.
b. (A1B) Identify three relevant stakeholders and discuss how the project impacts each stakeholder.
The three stakeholders are Farmers,
1. Farmers: Farmers could be impacted positively or negatively depending on the
availability of fresh produce. For example, if there is an excess of unsold fresh food, the
catering business's increased demand could boost farmers' profits. However, if the supply
fails to meet the demand created by the new catering business, the market may have to
source produce from other farmers, leading to increased competition.
, 2. Customers: The catering project will benefit customers by offering more options for
organic, locally sourced fresh food. With a 25-mile delivery radius, the service will also
provide convenience, ensuring orders are delivered within an hour. But the use of non-
organic lettuce may disappoint customers who prioritize strictly organic ingredients.
3. Unions: Union stakeholders may raise concerns about fair compensation, job security,
and workload distribution, particularly if new staff are hired or existing employees are
assigned catering responsibilities. They may also focus on ensuring safe working
conditions and benefits for any additional catering staff. To prevent conflicts, it’s smart to
engage union representatives in the process and to make sure changes align with current
agreements.
c. (A1C) Discuss whether the project is feasible by addressing each of the three triple
constraint components: scope, cost, and timeline.
The plan to launch the catering business focused on the organic food market is feasible, with a
manageable scope. The business will offer catering services within a 25-mile radius, using a
single van for the deliveries. Key tasks include preparing and packaging food at the market,
delivering orders within 60 minutes, and special event orders within a week. Challenges such as
offering free lunches catered to businesses and the unavailability of fresh organic lettuce from
local farmers could heavily impact the project's profits. Even with the challenges, they can still
succeed with convenient and effective solutions. The catering team should examine the budget to
find cost-saving opportunities without sacrificing the quality or quantity of the food. They could
also explore different sources for lettuce or offer customers menu substitutions. By addressing
these issues, the business can remain on track to achieve its profit goal within the first year.
2. Project Planning
a. (A2A) List three milestones for the project plan and provide a timeline for each milestone.
1. Launch the Catering Business (30 Days): The goal is to open a catering business that
focuses on the demand for organic food, while creating a fresh business model for the
local market.
2. Build a Client Base (60 Days): Within two months of opening, the business wants to
secure at least 10 companies for weekly lunch catering services. To start this, the
company will offer a free lunch to each potential client to introduce the service and build
relationships.
3. Growth and Investment Plan (90 Days): By day 90, the company plans to gain the
attention of potential investors, to show a clear path for future growth. The goal is to
show financial results, prove the business is profitable, and present the company to a
financial institution for potential investment.
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