1. Elena Stoffo MAN 4885 4/13/2014

2.  International Communications & Information Technology Company ◦ Serve both Governments and commercial markets in over 125 countries  Markets ◦ Defense ◦ National Intelligence ◦ Energy ◦ Civilian Government ◦ Transportation ◦ Utilities ◦ Public Safety & Service ◦ Maritime ◦ Healthcare

3.  Dynamic Environment  Aggressive Schedule  Changing Requirements  First Time  New Methodologies are needed  Risk Management Vital  Project Management can be difficult

4.  Over the many years that the Harris Corp has undergone projects, they have developed detailed processes and procedures that truly are the keys to their success. 1.Document, document, document. 2.Utilization of Gates 3.Up front planning critical 4.Tamper impatience 5.Setting realistic expectations 6.Project Plan

5.  Effective planning requires the following elements 1.Statement of Work (SOW) 2.Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) 3.Change management plan 4.Risk management plan 5.Integrated project schedule (IPS) 6.Earned value management system (EVMS) 7.Project statusing and control

6.  Section 1. 6 ◦ Value is created for the organization through the effective use of project management methodologies. The organization can utilize these effective methodologies to meet strategic objectives.