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    Risk Management Plan Week 2

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    Instructions

    Objectives:

    LO1: The student will understand the importance of risk management planning.
    LO2: The student will be able to develop a Risk Management Plan.

    Instructions:

    Fill in the attached template for the project described below. You have limited available
    information; therefore, you can make assumptions. In the "Procedures" section, be
    sure to highlight the change that will be introduced in this particular project with regard
    to the playground. In the "Risk Identification" section, be sure to include a discussion
    on how financial risks will be identified, then further discuss these in the subsequent
    sections, as appropriate.

    Project Title: Building and opening a new Toy4All store

    Project Description: Toy4All toy store chain wants to open a new store in a small
    town. For this project, the Director of the Projects Department assigned Mr. Play as the
    project manager, an employee with five years of service in the company. He will have to
    plan and coordinate all activities related to the new store's opening, which, unlike other
    existing stores, will be equipped with a children's playground. He will need to consider
    the activities: building the store, setting up the interior and the exterior, supplying the
    store with toys, defining the personnel structure, and preparing the store for the
    opening. Also, the details regarding advertising must not be forgotten. The project
    duration is one year and will end with an opening event.
    Due to the professionalism proven when building previous stores, the company decided
    to work with the same building contractor (for the construction phase). By now, all
    licenses and permits required to start the work have been obtained.
    The role of Mr. Play will not be easy. He was assigned due to his idea to include a
    playground in the store, which, once applied, should lead to increased sales figures.
    While the entire management has supported the idea, some heads of departments in
    the organization were not very pleased by his assignment, considering him too young

    Due on Oct 19, 2025 11:59 PM

    and inexperienced for such a project. The most serious concerns are related to the
    project's impact on the already planned activities that will support sales in the holiday
    season.

    In the Assignment dropbox, please attach your paper as a file, do not copy &
    paste.

    Submit your assignment by 11:59 PM ET, Day 7.

    Grading Rubric
    A rubric is provided for your convenience that details how this assignment will be
    graded. Please review it carefully prior to submitting your work.

    **## CTDSSRiskManagementPlanv11week2BUSN665.pdf**

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan
    Version X.XX

    Instructions to the Author:
    This is a template for developing a Risk Management Plan.
    The template includes instructions to the author, boilerplate text, and fields that should be replaced with the values and
    information specific to the project.
    Blue italicized text enclosed in boxes provide instructions to the document author, or describes the intent, assumptions, and
    context for the content included in this document. This instructional text should be removed from the final document to make
    the plan more readable.
    Text enclosed in angle brackets (<text>) indicates a field that should be replaced with information specific to a project.
    Text in black and tables are provided as boilerplate examples of wording and formats that may be used or modified as required
    to support a specific project. The information and outline is a suggestion to assist in developing project documents; they are not
    mandatory formats. The author should tailor the content of the document to fit the project that this work product will support.

    Risk Management is the process of identifying, analyzing, and responding to risk factors throughout the life of a project and in
    the best interests of its objectives. Proper risk management implies control of possible future events and is proactive rather
    than reactive.
    The purpose of risk management is to

    • Identify possible risks

    • Reduce or allocate risks

    • Provide a rational basis for better decision making about all risks

    • Plan
    Assessing and managing risks is the best weapon against project catastrophes. By evaluating risks and the plan for potential
    problems and developing strategies to address them, you’ll improve the chances of a successful, if not, perfect project.
    Additionally, continuous risk management will

    • Ensure high priority risks are aggressively managed and that all risks are cost-effectively managed throughout the project

    • Provide management at all levels with the information required to make informed decisions on issues critical to project
    success

    If you don’t actively attack risks, they will actively attack your project.
    DSS Project Management recommends the DSS Risk Assessment Toolkit as the starting point for developing the project risk
    management plan.

    Remove this page from the final document.

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 3

    Contents
    Revision History ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3

    Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4

    Purpose ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4

    Scope ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4

    Roles & Responsibilities ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4

    Procedures …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5

    Risk Identification ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5

    Risk Analysis ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5

    Risk Response ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5

    Risk Monitoring, Controlling, and Reporting ……………………………………………………………………………….. 5

    Risk Contingencies …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6

    Tools & Practices …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6

    Risk Management Repository ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6

    Risk Log ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6

    References & Related Documents …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6

    Approvals …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6

    Revision History

    Date Version Author(s) Notes
    1/1/2018 0.01

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 4

    Introduction
    Provide a brief introduction to the concept of risk management for the intended audience of this document, i.e. the project team,
    project sponsor, stakeholders, and executive leadership. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for appropriate content.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Management is the process of identifying, analyzing, and responding to risk throughout the life of a
    project to the best interests of its objectives.

    Purpose
    Define the purpose of this Risk Management Plan. Provide an overview of the strategy the project team will follow to manage
    risk throughout the project life cycle. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for appropriate content.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    The purpose of the Risk Management Plan is to define how risks associated with the <PROJECT NAME>
    project will be identified, analyzed, and managed. The Project Manager working with the project team
    and project sponsors will ensure that risks are actively identified, analyzed, and managed throughout the
    life of the project.

    Scope
    Define the scope of this Risk Management Plan. Provide an overview of who and what will be governed by the plan. If a supplier
    is part of the engagement, explain what their responsibilities will be to this plan. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for
    appropriate content.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    The scope of this document pertains to the efforts to address internal and external risks specific to the
    <PROJECT NAME> project. The risk management methodology identified in this document will be used
    during the entire lifecycle of the project. A supplier’s risk management methodology will be provided as
    a contractual deliverable. A supplier will develop a separate Risk Management Plan and will be responsible
    for managing their project risks and reporting status of those risks to the Project Manager.

    Roles & Responsibilities
    Provide a list of personnel and their key roles and responsibilities with respect to risk management in the project.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    The <PROJECT MANAGER OR OTHER DESIGNEE> will serve as the risk manager for this project. The risk
    management roles and responsibilities of key members of the project are listed in the table below.

    Name/Title Role Risk Management Responsibility
    Project Director Monitors and manages risk across multiple projects

    within the DSS Project Management project portfolio.

    Project Sponsor Responsible for understanding risk and signing off on
    all risk mitigation plans.

    Project Manager Identifies project related risk, documents project
    risks, leads the effort to mitigate risk, leads the effort
    to communicate project risk.

    Project Team Contributes to the identification of project risks.
    Assist in the mitigation of risks.

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 5

    Name/Title Role Risk Management Responsibility
    Risk Assessment

    Lead
    Identifies initial risk assessment, gathers initial
    stakeholders input related to risk.

    Procedures
    Provide a summary of how risk management activities will be performed, recorded, and monitored throughout the lifecycle of
    the project. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for appropriate content.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risks will be identified as early as possible in the project to minimize their impact.

    Risk Identification
    Explain how project risks will be identified and typed. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for details on DSS Project
    Management risk identification best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Analysis
    Explain how risks to the project will be analyzed. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for details on DSS Project Management
    risk analysis best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Response
    Provide a general outline of what response strategies the project will pursue should a risk escalate into an issue. Reference the
    Risk Assessment Toolkit for details on DSS Project Management risk response best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Monitoring, Controlling, and Reporting
    Provide a general outline of how the project team will monitor, control, and report risks. Outline standing project procedures,
    review processes, frequency of reviews, and team roles and responsibilities with respect to these tasks. Include a listing of
    conditions that will trigger an escalation of a risk to the appropriate level of visibility. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for
    details on DSS Project Management risk monitoring, controlling and reporting best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    E.g., all active high exposure risks will be tracked and published in a weekly project status report and in
    the monthly executive steering committee report. When a risk has been reviewed and is found to be in a
    state of escalation to a high level of exposure, it should be added to all reports.

    Escalation
    Provide an overview of the escalation path for reporting new high exposure risks.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    E.g., escalation of high exposure risks should, at minimum include in the reporting chain the

    • Project Sponsor

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 6

    • Business Lead
    • Steering Committee
    • Program Director

    Risk Contingencies
    Provide a listing of contingencies the project will consider with the sponsor should a response to a critical risk fail. Reference the
    DSS Project Management Risk Assessment Toolkit for details on risk contingency best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Tools & Practices
    Provide an overview of the tools the project will use and the practices the team is committed to follow to manage project risks.
    At a minimum, the project must develop and maintain a risk log. This can be by using a project management tool suite for large,
    complex projects or using the Risk Log Template for small projects of a short duration. Additionally, the project team should
    establish a repository for collocating the plan and the artifacts that will be generated over the life cycle of the project.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Management Repository
    Detail the location (directory, system, etc.) and a high-level overview of organization structure of the Risk Management
    Repository. If available provide an accessible link to the repository’s location.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Log
    Provide an outline of what (i.e. DSS Risk Log Template, risk management system, etc.) will be used to capture and track identified
    risks. Provide a list of the key information items that will be captured for each risk. Detail where the Risk log will be maintained.
    If available, provide an accessible link to the Risk Log’s location.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    References & Related Documents
    Provide references to any project work products this plan is dependent on or are dependent on this risk management plan. For
    example, the project charter contains a listing of high-level risks and assumptions, artifacts may be created from the DSS Project
    Management Risk Assessment Toolkit, the project schedule will likely include risk assessment reviews at the end of every major
    iteration, etc.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Approvals
    Identify by name, title, and signature the individuals agreeing to authorize expenditure of organizational resources to
    accomplish the project activities outlined in this Risk Management Plan. At a minimum, the plan should be signed by the Project
    Manager, the project sponsor, and, if applicable, the executive sponsor.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Role Name & Title Signature Date

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 7

    – Revision History
    – Introduction

    – Purpose
    – Scope

    – Roles & Responsibilities
    – Procedures

    – Risk Identification
    – Risk Analysis
    – Risk Response
    – Risk Monitoring, Controlling, and Reporting

    – Escalation

    – Risk Contingencies

    – Tools & Practices

    – Risk Management Repository
    – Risk Log

    – References & Related Documents
    – Approvals

    **## CTDSSRiskManagementPlanv11week2BUSN665.pdf**

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan
    Version X.XX

    Instructions to the Author:
    This is a template for developing a Risk Management Plan.
    The template includes instructions to the author, boilerplate text, and fields that should be replaced with the values and
    information specific to the project.
    Blue italicized text enclosed in boxes provide instructions to the document author, or describes the intent, assumptions, and
    context for the content included in this document. This instructional text should be removed from the final document to make
    the plan more readable.
    Text enclosed in angle brackets (<text>) indicates a field that should be replaced with information specific to a project.
    Text in black and tables are provided as boilerplate examples of wording and formats that may be used or modified as required
    to support a specific project. The information and outline is a suggestion to assist in developing project documents; they are not
    mandatory formats. The author should tailor the content of the document to fit the project that this work product will support.

    Risk Management is the process of identifying, analyzing, and responding to risk factors throughout the life of a project and in
    the best interests of its objectives. Proper risk management implies control of possible future events and is proactive rather
    than reactive.
    The purpose of risk management is to

    • Identify possible risks

    • Reduce or allocate risks

    • Provide a rational basis for better decision making about all risks

    • Plan
    Assessing and managing risks is the best weapon against project catastrophes. By evaluating risks and the plan for potential
    problems and developing strategies to address them, you’ll improve the chances of a successful, if not, perfect project.
    Additionally, continuous risk management will

    • Ensure high priority risks are aggressively managed and that all risks are cost-effectively managed throughout the project

    • Provide management at all levels with the information required to make informed decisions on issues critical to project
    success

    If you don’t actively attack risks, they will actively attack your project.
    DSS Project Management recommends the DSS Risk Assessment Toolkit as the starting point for developing the project risk
    management plan.

    Remove this page from the final document.

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 3

    Contents
    Revision History ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3

    Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4

    Purpose ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4

    Scope ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4

    Roles & Responsibilities ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4

    Procedures …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5

    Risk Identification ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5

    Risk Analysis ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5

    Risk Response ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5

    Risk Monitoring, Controlling, and Reporting ……………………………………………………………………………….. 5

    Risk Contingencies …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6

    Tools & Practices …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6

    Risk Management Repository ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6

    Risk Log ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6

    References & Related Documents …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6

    Approvals …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6

    Revision History

    Date Version Author(s) Notes
    1/1/2018 0.01

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 4

    Introduction
    Provide a brief introduction to the concept of risk management for the intended audience of this document, i.e. the project team,
    project sponsor, stakeholders, and executive leadership. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for appropriate content.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Management is the process of identifying, analyzing, and responding to risk throughout the life of a
    project to the best interests of its objectives.

    Purpose
    Define the purpose of this Risk Management Plan. Provide an overview of the strategy the project team will follow to manage
    risk throughout the project life cycle. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for appropriate content.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    The purpose of the Risk Management Plan is to define how risks associated with the <PROJECT NAME>
    project will be identified, analyzed, and managed. The Project Manager working with the project team
    and project sponsors will ensure that risks are actively identified, analyzed, and managed throughout the
    life of the project.

    Scope
    Define the scope of this Risk Management Plan. Provide an overview of who and what will be governed by the plan. If a supplier
    is part of the engagement, explain what their responsibilities will be to this plan. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for
    appropriate content.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    The scope of this document pertains to the efforts to address internal and external risks specific to the
    <PROJECT NAME> project. The risk management methodology identified in this document will be used
    during the entire lifecycle of the project. A supplier’s risk management methodology will be provided as
    a contractual deliverable. A supplier will develop a separate Risk Management Plan and will be responsible
    for managing their project risks and reporting status of those risks to the Project Manager.

    Roles & Responsibilities
    Provide a list of personnel and their key roles and responsibilities with respect to risk management in the project.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    The <PROJECT MANAGER OR OTHER DESIGNEE> will serve as the risk manager for this project. The risk
    management roles and responsibilities of key members of the project are listed in the table below.

    Name/Title Role Risk Management Responsibility
    Project Director Monitors and manages risk across multiple projects

    within the DSS Project Management project portfolio.

    Project Sponsor Responsible for understanding risk and signing off on
    all risk mitigation plans.

    Project Manager Identifies project related risk, documents project
    risks, leads the effort to mitigate risk, leads the effort
    to communicate project risk.

    Project Team Contributes to the identification of project risks.
    Assist in the mitigation of risks.

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 5

    Name/Title Role Risk Management Responsibility
    Risk Assessment

    Lead
    Identifies initial risk assessment, gathers initial
    stakeholders input related to risk.

    Procedures
    Provide a summary of how risk management activities will be performed, recorded, and monitored throughout the lifecycle of
    the project. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for appropriate content.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risks will be identified as early as possible in the project to minimize their impact.

    Risk Identification
    Explain how project risks will be identified and typed. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for details on DSS Project
    Management risk identification best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Analysis
    Explain how risks to the project will be analyzed. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for details on DSS Project Management
    risk analysis best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Response
    Provide a general outline of what response strategies the project will pursue should a risk escalate into an issue. Reference the
    Risk Assessment Toolkit for details on DSS Project Management risk response best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Monitoring, Controlling, and Reporting
    Provide a general outline of how the project team will monitor, control, and report risks. Outline standing project procedures,
    review processes, frequency of reviews, and team roles and responsibilities with respect to these tasks. Include a listing of
    conditions that will trigger an escalation of a risk to the appropriate level of visibility. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for
    details on DSS Project Management risk monitoring, controlling and reporting best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    E.g., all active high exposure risks will be tracked and published in a weekly project status report and in
    the monthly executive steering committee report. When a risk has been reviewed and is found to be in a
    state of escalation to a high level of exposure, it should be added to all reports.

    Escalation
    Provide an overview of the escalation path for reporting new high exposure risks.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    E.g., escalation of high exposure risks should, at minimum include in the reporting chain the

    • Project Sponsor

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 6

    • Business Lead
    • Steering Committee
    • Program Director

    Risk Contingencies
    Provide a listing of contingencies the project will consider with the sponsor should a response to a critical risk fail. Reference the
    DSS Project Management Risk Assessment Toolkit for details on risk contingency best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Tools & Practices
    Provide an overview of the tools the project will use and the practices the team is committed to follow to manage project risks.
    At a minimum, the project must develop and maintain a risk log. This can be by using a project management tool suite for large,
    complex projects or using the Risk Log Template for small projects of a short duration. Additionally, the project team should
    establish a repository for collocating the plan and the artifacts that will be generated over the life cycle of the project.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Management Repository
    Detail the location (directory, system, etc.) and a high-level overview of organization structure of the Risk Management
    Repository. If available provide an accessible link to the repository’s location.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Log
    Provide an outline of what (i.e. DSS Risk Log Template, risk management system, etc.) will be used to capture and track identified
    risks. Provide a list of the key information items that will be captured for each risk. Detail where the Risk log will be maintained.
    If available, provide an accessible link to the Risk Log’s location.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    References & Related Documents
    Provide references to any project work products this plan is dependent on or are dependent on this risk management plan. For
    example, the project charter contains a listing of high-level risks and assumptions, artifacts may be created from the DSS Project
    Management Risk Assessment Toolkit, the project schedule will likely include risk assessment reviews at the end of every major
    iteration, etc.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Approvals
    Identify by name, title, and signature the individuals agreeing to authorize expenditure of organizational resources to
    accomplish the project activities outlined in this Risk Management Plan. At a minimum, the plan should be signed by the Project
    Manager, the project sponsor, and, if applicable, the executive sponsor.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Role Name & Title Signature Date

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 7

    – Revision History
    – Introduction

    – Purpose
    – Scope

    – Roles & Responsibilities
    – Procedures

    – Risk Identification
    – Risk Analysis
    – Risk Response
    – Risk Monitoring, Controlling, and Reporting

    – Escalation

    – Risk Contingencies

    – Tools & Practices

    – Risk Management Repository
    – Risk Log

    – References & Related Documents
    – Approvals

    **## RiskManagementPlanWeek2-BUSN665B001Fall2025-APEI.pdf**

    Risk Management Plan Week 2

    Hide Assignment Information

    Turnitin™

    This assignment will be submitted to Turnitin™.

    Instructions

    Objectives:

    LO1: The student will understand the importance of risk management planning.
    LO2: The student will be able to develop a Risk Management Plan.

    Instructions:

    Fill in the attached template for the project described below. You have limited available
    information; therefore, you can make assumptions. In the "Procedures" section, be
    sure to highlight the change that will be introduced in this particular project with regard
    to the playground. In the "Risk Identification" section, be sure to include a discussion
    on how financial risks will be identified, then further discuss these in the subsequent
    sections, as appropriate.

    Project Title: Building and opening a new Toy4All store

    Project Description: Toy4All toy store chain wants to open a new store in a small
    town. For this project, the Director of the Projects Department assigned Mr. Play as the
    project manager, an employee with five years of service in the company. He will have to
    plan and coordinate all activities related to the new store's opening, which, unlike other
    existing stores, will be equipped with a children's playground. He will need to consider
    the activities: building the store, setting up the interior and the exterior, supplying the
    store with toys, defining the personnel structure, and preparing the store for the
    opening. Also, the details regarding advertising must not be forgotten. The project
    duration is one year and will end with an opening event.
    Due to the professionalism proven when building previous stores, the company decided
    to work with the same building contractor (for the construction phase). By now, all
    licenses and permits required to start the work have been obtained.
    The role of Mr. Play will not be easy. He was assigned due to his idea to include a
    playground in the store, which, once applied, should lead to increased sales figures.
    While the entire management has supported the idea, some heads of departments in
    the organization were not very pleased by his assignment, considering him too young

    Due on Oct 19, 2025 11:59 PM

    and inexperienced for such a project. The most serious concerns are related to the
    project's impact on the already planned activities that will support sales in the holiday
    season.

    In the Assignment dropbox, please attach your paper as a file, do not copy &
    paste.

    Submit your assignment by 11:59 PM ET, Day 7.

    Grading Rubric
    A rubric is provided for your convenience that details how this assignment will be
    graded. Please review it carefully prior to submitting your work.

    **## CTDSSRiskManagementPlanv11week2BUSN665.pdf**

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan
    Version X.XX

    Instructions to the Author:
    This is a template for developing a Risk Management Plan.
    The template includes instructions to the author, boilerplate text, and fields that should be replaced with the values and
    information specific to the project.
    Blue italicized text enclosed in boxes provide instructions to the document author, or describes the intent, assumptions, and
    context for the content included in this document. This instructional text should be removed from the final document to make
    the plan more readable.
    Text enclosed in angle brackets (<text>) indicates a field that should be replaced with information specific to a project.
    Text in black and tables are provided as boilerplate examples of wording and formats that may be used or modified as required
    to support a specific project. The information and outline is a suggestion to assist in developing project documents; they are not
    mandatory formats. The author should tailor the content of the document to fit the project that this work product will support.

    Risk Management is the process of identifying, analyzing, and responding to risk factors throughout the life of a project and in
    the best interests of its objectives. Proper risk management implies control of possible future events and is proactive rather
    than reactive.
    The purpose of risk management is to

    • Identify possible risks

    • Reduce or allocate risks

    • Provide a rational basis for better decision making about all risks

    • Plan
    Assessing and managing risks is the best weapon against project catastrophes. By evaluating risks and the plan for potential
    problems and developing strategies to address them, you’ll improve the chances of a successful, if not, perfect project.
    Additionally, continuous risk management will

    • Ensure high priority risks are aggressively managed and that all risks are cost-effectively managed throughout the project

    • Provide management at all levels with the information required to make informed decisions on issues critical to project
    success

    If you don’t actively attack risks, they will actively attack your project.
    DSS Project Management recommends the DSS Risk Assessment Toolkit as the starting point for developing the project risk
    management plan.

    Remove this page from the final document.

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 3

    Contents
    Revision History ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3

    Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4

    Purpose ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4

    Scope ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4

    Roles & Responsibilities ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4

    Procedures …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5

    Risk Identification ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5

    Risk Analysis ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5

    Risk Response ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5

    Risk Monitoring, Controlling, and Reporting ……………………………………………………………………………….. 5

    Risk Contingencies …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6

    Tools & Practices …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6

    Risk Management Repository ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6

    Risk Log ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6

    References & Related Documents …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6

    Approvals …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6

    Revision History

    Date Version Author(s) Notes
    1/1/2018 0.01

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 4

    Introduction
    Provide a brief introduction to the concept of risk management for the intended audience of this document, i.e. the project team,
    project sponsor, stakeholders, and executive leadership. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for appropriate content.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Management is the process of identifying, analyzing, and responding to risk throughout the life of a
    project to the best interests of its objectives.

    Purpose
    Define the purpose of this Risk Management Plan. Provide an overview of the strategy the project team will follow to manage
    risk throughout the project life cycle. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for appropriate content.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    The purpose of the Risk Management Plan is to define how risks associated with the <PROJECT NAME>
    project will be identified, analyzed, and managed. The Project Manager working with the project team
    and project sponsors will ensure that risks are actively identified, analyzed, and managed throughout the
    life of the project.

    Scope
    Define the scope of this Risk Management Plan. Provide an overview of who and what will be governed by the plan. If a supplier
    is part of the engagement, explain what their responsibilities will be to this plan. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for
    appropriate content.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    The scope of this document pertains to the efforts to address internal and external risks specific to the
    <PROJECT NAME> project. The risk management methodology identified in this document will be used
    during the entire lifecycle of the project. A supplier’s risk management methodology will be provided as
    a contractual deliverable. A supplier will develop a separate Risk Management Plan and will be responsible
    for managing their project risks and reporting status of those risks to the Project Manager.

    Roles & Responsibilities
    Provide a list of personnel and their key roles and responsibilities with respect to risk management in the project.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    The <PROJECT MANAGER OR OTHER DESIGNEE> will serve as the risk manager for this project. The risk
    management roles and responsibilities of key members of the project are listed in the table below.

    Name/Title Role Risk Management Responsibility
    Project Director Monitors and manages risk across multiple projects

    within the DSS Project Management project portfolio.

    Project Sponsor Responsible for understanding risk and signing off on
    all risk mitigation plans.

    Project Manager Identifies project related risk, documents project
    risks, leads the effort to mitigate risk, leads the effort
    to communicate project risk.

    Project Team Contributes to the identification of project risks.
    Assist in the mitigation of risks.

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 5

    Name/Title Role Risk Management Responsibility
    Risk Assessment

    Lead
    Identifies initial risk assessment, gathers initial
    stakeholders input related to risk.

    Procedures
    Provide a summary of how risk management activities will be performed, recorded, and monitored throughout the lifecycle of
    the project. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for appropriate content.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risks will be identified as early as possible in the project to minimize their impact.

    Risk Identification
    Explain how project risks will be identified and typed. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for details on DSS Project
    Management risk identification best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Analysis
    Explain how risks to the project will be analyzed. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for details on DSS Project Management
    risk analysis best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Response
    Provide a general outline of what response strategies the project will pursue should a risk escalate into an issue. Reference the
    Risk Assessment Toolkit for details on DSS Project Management risk response best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Monitoring, Controlling, and Reporting
    Provide a general outline of how the project team will monitor, control, and report risks. Outline standing project procedures,
    review processes, frequency of reviews, and team roles and responsibilities with respect to these tasks. Include a listing of
    conditions that will trigger an escalation of a risk to the appropriate level of visibility. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for
    details on DSS Project Management risk monitoring, controlling and reporting best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    E.g., all active high exposure risks will be tracked and published in a weekly project status report and in
    the monthly executive steering committee report. When a risk has been reviewed and is found to be in a
    state of escalation to a high level of exposure, it should be added to all reports.

    Escalation
    Provide an overview of the escalation path for reporting new high exposure risks.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    E.g., escalation of high exposure risks should, at minimum include in the reporting chain the

    • Project Sponsor

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 6

    • Business Lead
    • Steering Committee
    • Program Director

    Risk Contingencies
    Provide a listing of contingencies the project will consider with the sponsor should a response to a critical risk fail. Reference the
    DSS Project Management Risk Assessment Toolkit for details on risk contingency best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Tools & Practices
    Provide an overview of the tools the project will use and the practices the team is committed to follow to manage project risks.
    At a minimum, the project must develop and maintain a risk log. This can be by using a project management tool suite for large,
    complex projects or using the Risk Log Template for small projects of a short duration. Additionally, the project team should
    establish a repository for collocating the plan and the artifacts that will be generated over the life cycle of the project.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Management Repository
    Detail the location (directory, system, etc.) and a high-level overview of organization structure of the Risk Management
    Repository. If available provide an accessible link to the repository’s location.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Log
    Provide an outline of what (i.e. DSS Risk Log Template, risk management system, etc.) will be used to capture and track identified
    risks. Provide a list of the key information items that will be captured for each risk. Detail where the Risk log will be maintained.
    If available, provide an accessible link to the Risk Log’s location.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    References & Related Documents
    Provide references to any project work products this plan is dependent on or are dependent on this risk management plan. For
    example, the project charter contains a listing of high-level risks and assumptions, artifacts may be created from the DSS Project
    Management Risk Assessment Toolkit, the project schedule will likely include risk assessment reviews at the end of every major
    iteration, etc.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Approvals
    Identify by name, title, and signature the individuals agreeing to authorize expenditure of organizational resources to
    accomplish the project activities outlined in this Risk Management Plan. At a minimum, the plan should be signed by the Project
    Manager, the project sponsor, and, if applicable, the executive sponsor.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Role Name & Title Signature Date

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 7

    – Revision History
    – Introduction

    – Purpose
    – Scope

    – Roles & Responsibilities
    – Procedures

    – Risk Identification
    – Risk Analysis
    – Risk Response
    – Risk Monitoring, Controlling, and Reporting

    – Escalation

    – Risk Contingencies

    – Tools & Practices

    – Risk Management Repository
    – Risk Log

    – References & Related Documents
    – Approvals

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    Objectives:

    LO1: The student will understand the importance of risk management planning.
    LO2: The student will be able to develop a Risk Management Plan.

    Instructions:

    Fill in the attached template for the project described below. You have limited available
    information; therefore, you can make assumptions. In the "Procedures" section, be
    sure to highlight the change that will be introduced in this particular project with regard
    to the playground. In the "Risk Identification" section, be sure to include a discussion
    on how financial risks will be identified, then further discuss these in the subsequent
    sections, as appropriate.

    Project Title: Building and opening a new Toy4All store

    Project Description: Toy4All toy store chain wants to open a new store in a small
    town. For this project, the Director of the Projects Department assigned Mr. Play as the
    project manager, an employee with five years of service in the company. He will have to
    plan and coordinate all activities related to the new store's opening, which, unlike other
    existing stores, will be equipped with a children's playground. He will need to consider
    the activities: building the store, setting up the interior and the exterior, supplying the
    store with toys, defining the personnel structure, and preparing the store for the
    opening. Also, the details regarding advertising must not be forgotten. The project
    duration is one year and will end with an opening event.
    Due to the professionalism proven when building previous stores, the company decided
    to work with the same building contractor (for the construction phase). By now, all
    licenses and permits required to start the work have been obtained.
    The role of Mr. Play will not be easy. He was assigned due to his idea to include a
    playground in the store, which, once applied, should lead to increased sales figures.
    While the entire management has supported the idea, some heads of departments in
    the organization were not very pleased by his assignment, considering him too young

    Due on Oct 19, 2025 11:59 PM

    and inexperienced for such a project. The most serious concerns are related to the
    project's impact on the already planned activities that will support sales in the holiday
    season.

    In the Assignment dropbox, please attach your paper as a file, do not copy &
    paste.

    Submit your assignment by 11:59 PM ET, Day 7.

    Grading Rubric
    A rubric is provided for your convenience that details how this assignment will be
    graded. Please review it carefully prior to submitting your work.

    **## CTDSSRiskManagementPlanv11week2BUSN665.pdf**

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan
    Version X.XX

    Instructions to the Author:
    This is a template for developing a Risk Management Plan.
    The template includes instructions to the author, boilerplate text, and fields that should be replaced with the values and
    information specific to the project.
    Blue italicized text enclosed in boxes provide instructions to the document author, or describes the intent, assumptions, and
    context for the content included in this document. This instructional text should be removed from the final document to make
    the plan more readable.
    Text enclosed in angle brackets (<text>) indicates a field that should be replaced with information specific to a project.
    Text in black and tables are provided as boilerplate examples of wording and formats that may be used or modified as required
    to support a specific project. The information and outline is a suggestion to assist in developing project documents; they are not
    mandatory formats. The author should tailor the content of the document to fit the project that this work product will support.

    Risk Management is the process of identifying, analyzing, and responding to risk factors throughout the life of a project and in
    the best interests of its objectives. Proper risk management implies control of possible future events and is proactive rather
    than reactive.
    The purpose of risk management is to

    • Identify possible risks

    • Reduce or allocate risks

    • Provide a rational basis for better decision making about all risks

    • Plan
    Assessing and managing risks is the best weapon against project catastrophes. By evaluating risks and the plan for potential
    problems and developing strategies to address them, you’ll improve the chances of a successful, if not, perfect project.
    Additionally, continuous risk management will

    • Ensure high priority risks are aggressively managed and that all risks are cost-effectively managed throughout the project

    • Provide management at all levels with the information required to make informed decisions on issues critical to project
    success

    If you don’t actively attack risks, they will actively attack your project.
    DSS Project Management recommends the DSS Risk Assessment Toolkit as the starting point for developing the project risk
    management plan.

    Remove this page from the final document.

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 3

    Contents
    Revision History ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3

    Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4

    Purpose ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4

    Scope ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4

    Roles & Responsibilities ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4

    Procedures …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5

    Risk Identification ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5

    Risk Analysis ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5

    Risk Response ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5

    Risk Monitoring, Controlling, and Reporting ……………………………………………………………………………….. 5

    Risk Contingencies …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6

    Tools & Practices …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6

    Risk Management Repository ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6

    Risk Log ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6

    References & Related Documents …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6

    Approvals …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6

    Revision History

    Date Version Author(s) Notes
    1/1/2018 0.01

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 4

    Introduction
    Provide a brief introduction to the concept of risk management for the intended audience of this document, i.e. the project team,
    project sponsor, stakeholders, and executive leadership. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for appropriate content.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Management is the process of identifying, analyzing, and responding to risk throughout the life of a
    project to the best interests of its objectives.

    Purpose
    Define the purpose of this Risk Management Plan. Provide an overview of the strategy the project team will follow to manage
    risk throughout the project life cycle. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for appropriate content.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    The purpose of the Risk Management Plan is to define how risks associated with the <PROJECT NAME>
    project will be identified, analyzed, and managed. The Project Manager working with the project team
    and project sponsors will ensure that risks are actively identified, analyzed, and managed throughout the
    life of the project.

    Scope
    Define the scope of this Risk Management Plan. Provide an overview of who and what will be governed by the plan. If a supplier
    is part of the engagement, explain what their responsibilities will be to this plan. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for
    appropriate content.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    The scope of this document pertains to the efforts to address internal and external risks specific to the
    <PROJECT NAME> project. The risk management methodology identified in this document will be used
    during the entire lifecycle of the project. A supplier’s risk management methodology will be provided as
    a contractual deliverable. A supplier will develop a separate Risk Management Plan and will be responsible
    for managing their project risks and reporting status of those risks to the Project Manager.

    Roles & Responsibilities
    Provide a list of personnel and their key roles and responsibilities with respect to risk management in the project.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    The <PROJECT MANAGER OR OTHER DESIGNEE> will serve as the risk manager for this project. The risk
    management roles and responsibilities of key members of the project are listed in the table below.

    Name/Title Role Risk Management Responsibility
    Project Director Monitors and manages risk across multiple projects

    within the DSS Project Management project portfolio.

    Project Sponsor Responsible for understanding risk and signing off on
    all risk mitigation plans.

    Project Manager Identifies project related risk, documents project
    risks, leads the effort to mitigate risk, leads the effort
    to communicate project risk.

    Project Team Contributes to the identification of project risks.
    Assist in the mitigation of risks.

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 5

    Name/Title Role Risk Management Responsibility
    Risk Assessment

    Lead
    Identifies initial risk assessment, gathers initial
    stakeholders input related to risk.

    Procedures
    Provide a summary of how risk management activities will be performed, recorded, and monitored throughout the lifecycle of
    the project. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for appropriate content.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risks will be identified as early as possible in the project to minimize their impact.

    Risk Identification
    Explain how project risks will be identified and typed. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for details on DSS Project
    Management risk identification best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Analysis
    Explain how risks to the project will be analyzed. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for details on DSS Project Management
    risk analysis best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Response
    Provide a general outline of what response strategies the project will pursue should a risk escalate into an issue. Reference the
    Risk Assessment Toolkit for details on DSS Project Management risk response best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Monitoring, Controlling, and Reporting
    Provide a general outline of how the project team will monitor, control, and report risks. Outline standing project procedures,
    review processes, frequency of reviews, and team roles and responsibilities with respect to these tasks. Include a listing of
    conditions that will trigger an escalation of a risk to the appropriate level of visibility. Reference the Risk Assessment Toolkit for
    details on DSS Project Management risk monitoring, controlling and reporting best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    E.g., all active high exposure risks will be tracked and published in a weekly project status report and in
    the monthly executive steering committee report. When a risk has been reviewed and is found to be in a
    state of escalation to a high level of exposure, it should be added to all reports.

    Escalation
    Provide an overview of the escalation path for reporting new high exposure risks.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    E.g., escalation of high exposure risks should, at minimum include in the reporting chain the

    • Project Sponsor

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 6

    • Business Lead
    • Steering Committee
    • Program Director

    Risk Contingencies
    Provide a listing of contingencies the project will consider with the sponsor should a response to a critical risk fail. Reference the
    DSS Project Management Risk Assessment Toolkit for details on risk contingency best practices.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Tools & Practices
    Provide an overview of the tools the project will use and the practices the team is committed to follow to manage project risks.
    At a minimum, the project must develop and maintain a risk log. This can be by using a project management tool suite for large,
    complex projects or using the Risk Log Template for small projects of a short duration. Additionally, the project team should
    establish a repository for collocating the plan and the artifacts that will be generated over the life cycle of the project.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Management Repository
    Detail the location (directory, system, etc.) and a high-level overview of organization structure of the Risk Management
    Repository. If available provide an accessible link to the repository’s location.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Risk Log
    Provide an outline of what (i.e. DSS Risk Log Template, risk management system, etc.) will be used to capture and track identified
    risks. Provide a list of the key information items that will be captured for each risk. Detail where the Risk log will be maintained.
    If available, provide an accessible link to the Risk Log’s location.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    References & Related Documents
    Provide references to any project work products this plan is dependent on or are dependent on this risk management plan. For
    example, the project charter contains a listing of high-level risks and assumptions, artifacts may be created from the DSS Project
    Management Risk Assessment Toolkit, the project schedule will likely include risk assessment reviews at the end of every major
    iteration, etc.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Approvals
    Identify by name, title, and signature the individuals agreeing to authorize expenditure of organizational resources to
    accomplish the project activities outlined in this Risk Management Plan. At a minimum, the plan should be signed by the Project
    Manager, the project sponsor, and, if applicable, the executive sponsor.
    Remove this instruction text from the final document.

    Role Name & Title Signature Date

    <Project Name>
    Risk Management Plan

    Risk Management Plan Template 7

    – Revision History
    – Introduction

    – Purpose
    – Scope

    – Roles & Responsibilities
    – Procedures

    – Risk Identification
    – Risk Analysis
    – Risk Response
    – Risk Monitoring, Controlling, and Reporting

    – Escalation

    – Risk Contingencies

    – Tools & Practices

    – Risk Management Repository
    – Risk Log

    – References & Related Documents
    – Approvals

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    For your Marketing Plan assignment due in Week 7, you will submit a two-page
    proposal outlining the topic you selected. This proposal will be the foundation for
    your comprehensive 10 page marketing plan, focusing on a brand of choice. The
    proposal will help you clarify and refine your approach before you begin the final
    paper.
    Your proposal should include the following three sections, each with a bold
    heading:

    1. Topic:
    Identify the brand or company you have selected for your marketing plan.
    Provide a brief background on the brand or company, including relevant
    details such as its industry, size, market position, and any pertinent history.

    2. Rationale:
    Explain why this company requires a new marketing plan. Consider
    whether the company is expanding into a new market, launching a new
    product or service, or revising its existing marketing strategy.
    Include a clear justification for why a new marketing plan is necessary. For
    example, discuss the company's current challenges or opportunities, such
    as declining sales, increased competition, or shifting consumer preferences.

    3. Strategy:
    Define the target market for your marketing plan. Specifically, describe the
    demographic (e.g., age, gender, income level, education, occupation) and
    psychographic (e.g., lifestyle, values, interests, purchasing behavior)
    characteristics of the audience you aim to reach. Consider factors such as
    geographic location (urban vs. rural, specific regions or countries) and any
    specific cultural or behavioral trends that may influence the market.
    Indicate where you will source the information needed for your final paper.
    List at least four specific references that will provide the research and data

    [https://myclassroom.apus.edu/d2l/lms/dropbox/user/folders_list.d2l?ou=783394](https://myclassroom.apus.edu/d2l/lms/dropbox/user/folders_list.d2l?ou=783394)

    necessary for developing your marketing plan. Include the specific reference
    not just the name.
    Reminder: The four references you list here are intended to guide the
    development of your final paper and are not part of the reference page for
    this assignment. The reference page for this proposal should include all the
    sources used in writing the proposal itself. Be sure to format all references
    according to the required citation style.

    Formatting and Submission:
    Ensure your proposal is formatted in APA style, with appropriate citations and
    references to scholarly sources.
    Write in Essay format not as an outline or bullets
    Submit as a Word document

    Course Objectives:
    Develop a comprehensive marketing plan for a brand.
    Define the process for successfully introducing a new product or service to
    market.

    This proposal is crucial to laying the groundwork for your detailed marketing plan, so
    carefully consider your choices and approach as you prepare it.

    Additional Information: Advice on Choosing a Brand
    When selecting a brand for your marketing plan, it's important to choose one that
    would benefit from a fresh or revised marketing strategy. Below are some factors to
    consider to ensure your selected brand is a good fit for this assignment:

    1. Brand in Need of a Marketing Overhaul
    Look for brands that are facing challenges such as:

    Declining Sales or Market Share: A brand that has experienced stagnation or
    decreased consumer demand over time could benefit from a revitalized
    marketing approach.
    Brand Image Issues: Brands damaged by negative publicity, poor customer
    perceptions, or outdated branding may need a strategic refresh.
    Competitive Pressure: A brand in a highly competitive market or an industry
    experiencing new entrants or disruptive technologies may require a new
    strategy to maintain or grow market share.

    Due on Oct 12, 2025 11:55 PM

    Changing Consumer Preferences: Brands that haven't adapted to shifting
    consumer expectations, technological advances, or new social trends might
    benefit from a targeted rebranding or marketing strategy.

    2. Opportunities for Market Expansion or Innovation
    Consider brands that are:

    Entering a New Market: A company expanding into a new geographic region,
    demographic segment, or industry may need a comprehensive marketing plan
    to penetrate this new market effectively.
    Launching a New Product or Service: If a company introduces a new
    product or service that hasn't yet been marketed or is poorly received, this
    could be an excellent opportunity to develop a fresh plan targeting the right
    audience.
    Diversifying its Offerings: A brand diversifying its product line or broadening
    its target demographic can benefit from a well-thought-out marketing strategy
    to ensure the new offering resonates with the target audience.

    4. Data Availability and Research Feasibility
    Finally, ensure that sufficient data and research are available for your chosen brand.
    This could be through:

    Publicly available reports, such as annual reports or industry analyses.
    Access to reputable sources of consumer behavior data, trends, and
    competitive analysis.
    Case studies or examples from similar brands or companies that have faced
    comparable challenges.

    Choosing a brand that clearly needs a new or revised marketing strategy will allow
    you to develop a relevant and actionable plan. Ensure the brand has a clearly
    defined issue, opportunity, or objective that can be addressed through a
    comprehensive marketing approach.

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    For your Marketing Plan assignment due in Week 7, you will submit a two-page
    proposal outlining the topic you selected. This proposal will be the foundation for
    your comprehensive 10 page marketing plan, focusing on a brand of choice. The
    proposal will help you clarify and refine your approach before you begin the final
    paper.
    Your proposal should include the following three sections, each with a bold
    heading:

    1. Topic:
    Identify the brand or company you have selected for your marketing plan.
    Provide a brief background on the brand or company, including relevant
    details such as its industry, size, market position, and any pertinent history.

    2. Rationale:
    Explain why this company requires a new marketing plan. Consider
    whether the company is expanding into a new market, launching a new
    product or service, or revising its existing marketing strategy.
    Include a clear justification for why a new marketing plan is necessary. For
    example, discuss the company's current challenges or opportunities, such
    as declining sales, increased competition, or shifting consumer preferences.

    3. Strategy:
    Define the target market for your marketing plan. Specifically, describe the
    demographic (e.g., age, gender, income level, education, occupation) and
    psychographic (e.g., lifestyle, values, interests, purchasing behavior)
    characteristics of the audience you aim to reach. Consider factors such as
    geographic location (urban vs. rural, specific regions or countries) and any
    specific cultural or behavioral trends that may influence the market.
    Indicate where you will source the information needed for your final paper.
    List at least four specific references that will provide the research and data

    [https://myclassroom.apus.edu/d2l/lms/dropbox/user/folders_list.d2l?ou=783394](https://myclassroom.apus.edu/d2l/lms/dropbox/user/folders_list.d2l?ou=783394)

    necessary for developing your marketing plan. Include the specific reference
    not just the name.
    Reminder: The four references you list here are intended to guide the
    development of your final paper and are not part of the reference page for
    this assignment. The reference page for this proposal should include all the
    sources used in writing the proposal itself. Be sure to format all references
    according to the required citation style.

    Formatting and Submission:
    Ensure your proposal is formatted in APA style, with appropriate citations and
    references to scholarly sources.
    Write in Essay format not as an outline or bullets
    Submit as a Word document

    Course Objectives:
    Develop a comprehensive marketing plan for a brand.
    Define the process for successfully introducing a new product or service to
    market.

    This proposal is crucial to laying the groundwork for your detailed marketing plan, so
    carefully consider your choices and approach as you prepare it.

    Additional Information: Advice on Choosing a Brand
    When selecting a brand for your marketing plan, it's important to choose one that
    would benefit from a fresh or revised marketing strategy. Below are some factors to
    consider to ensure your selected brand is a good fit for this assignment:

    1. Brand in Need of a Marketing Overhaul
    Look for brands that are facing challenges such as:

    Declining Sales or Market Share: A brand that has experienced stagnation or
    decreased consumer demand over time could benefit from a revitalized
    marketing approach.
    Brand Image Issues: Brands damaged by negative publicity, poor customer
    perceptions, or outdated branding may need a strategic refresh.
    Competitive Pressure: A brand in a highly competitive market or an industry
    experiencing new entrants or disruptive technologies may require a new
    strategy to maintain or grow market share.

    Due on Oct 12, 2025 11:55 PM

    Changing Consumer Preferences: Brands that haven't adapted to shifting
    consumer expectations, technological advances, or new social trends might
    benefit from a targeted rebranding or marketing strategy.

    2. Opportunities for Market Expansion or Innovation
    Consider brands that are:

    Entering a New Market: A company expanding into a new geographic region,
    demographic segment, or industry may need a comprehensive marketing plan
    to penetrate this new market effectively.
    Launching a New Product or Service: If a company introduces a new
    product or service that hasn't yet been marketed or is poorly received, this
    could be an excellent opportunity to develop a fresh plan targeting the right
    audience.
    Diversifying its Offerings: A brand diversifying its product line or broadening
    its target demographic can benefit from a well-thought-out marketing strategy
    to ensure the new offering resonates with the target audience.

    4. Data Availability and Research Feasibility
    Finally, ensure that sufficient data and research are available for your chosen brand.
    This could be through:

    Publicly available reports, such as annual reports or industry analyses.
    Access to reputable sources of consumer behavior data, trends, and
    competitive analysis.
    Case studies or examples from similar brands or companies that have faced
    comparable challenges.

    Choosing a brand that clearly needs a new or revised marketing strategy will allow
    you to develop a relevant and actionable plan. Ensure the brand has a clearly
    defined issue, opportunity, or objective that can be addressed through a
    comprehensive marketing approach.

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    a new business process, developing a new product, home renovation, and more.
    However, it must meet an existing need or solve an existing problem. The project must
    have at least three control accounts, and four planning packages. If you are unsure if
    the project will work, please contact your instructor.
    For this week’s assignment, you will complete the following for your project:

    1. Create the project’s scope statement, touching on any legal/regulatory
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    2. Create the Statement of Work (SoW)
    3. Using reputable project management software, create the Work Breakdown

    Structure, including work packages and a numbering system for the code of
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    work in a format that can readily be accessed by the instructor (e.g., PDF). This
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    a new business process, developing a new product, home renovation, and more.
    However, it must meet an existing need or solve an existing problem. The project must
    have at least three control accounts, and four planning packages. If you are unsure if
    the project will work, please contact your instructor.
    For this week’s assignment, you will complete the following for your project:

    1. Create the project’s scope statement, touching on any legal/regulatory
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    2. Create the Statement of Work (SoW)
    3. Using reputable project management software, create the Work Breakdown

    Structure, including work packages and a numbering system for the code of
    accounts

    You will upload each of the project’s documents to the assignment drop-box. Save all
    work in a format that can readily be accessed by the instructor (e.g., PDF). This
    assignment is due by Day 7.

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    ***W6: Discussion (No more than 250 words)

    Marketers have many means of communicating with the public. With the rise of digital and mobile strategies, consumers can receive marketing solicitation around the clock.

    **Research**

    Research communication strategies carefully, considering the pros and cons of each method. Consider how value is communicated in marketing.

    **Discussion**

    · Considering the industry you work in or aspire to work in, what type of communication strategies are predominant?

    · Considering the many available mediums, is TV advertising still the most powerful, or has it faded in importance?

    · For your final marketing plan- which mediums will you focus on and why?

    My proposed Nike marketing campaign target market would be urban consumers in the Gen Z and Millennial age group between the ages of 18 and 35 years who base their purchasing decisions on sustainability, inclusivity, and authenticity.

    ***Discussion Response(No more than 100-150 words) HB

    Marketing Communication Strategies in the Modern Era

    In today’s business environment, marketing communication has evolved far beyond traditional media. Digital platforms, social media, and mobile marketing now dominate how organizations connect with consumers. Each strategy carries unique advantages and challenges. For example, digital marketing offers cost-effectiveness, real-time analytics, and precise audience targeting, while traditional media such as television and print still provide broad reach and emotional engagement. However, traditional advertising is expensive and less measurable, whereas digital methods allow for personalization and interactive engagement with consumers (Kotler et al., 2022).

    In the real estate industry, where I plan to build my career, communication strategies increasingly rely on social media, email campaigns, and virtual tours. These tools provide immediate access to potential buyers and allow for showcasing properties in a more immersive way. Digital storytelling through platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook has replaced many conventional outreach methods by fostering trust and personal connection.

    Although television advertising still carries influence, its dominance has diminished due to the rise of streaming platforms and on-demand content. Audiences today seek convenience and authenticity, which makes personalized digital strategies more effective.

    For my final marketing plan, I will focus primarily on social media marketing and search engine optimization (SEO). These mediums best support engagement, visibility, and cost-efficiency while allowing data-driven adjustments to maximize impact. By integrating these strategies, businesses can better communicate value and maintain meaningful, ongoing relationships with their customers.

    ***Discussion Response(No more than 100-150 words) SO

    The industry I may aspire to work in in the future is agriculture. Specifically I would love to own an orchard back in my hometown someday. The main business of my orchard would be of course selling produce domestically and internationally, but I would also enjoy having a farmstand for more local interaction and representation. Communication and marketing strategies that would help build up this farmstand’s business would be a diverse communications mix.

    I would say the most predominant means of communication for such a business especially locally, are going to be rooted in word of mouth. Word of mouth may be truly face to face communication, but I believe it can also be more broadly represented by trust in recognized and verified social media influencers with ties to the community. At a global corporation level authenticity in the valid use and benefit of the product is important from a social media perspective. For a local business this is true also, but the individual speaking on your farmstands behalf should also be recognized as a local or as having roots in the venture. These individuals and this advertisement channel is built upon the idea of welcoming others into a story. Customers who engage with the content are shown what a day at the farmstand could look like with family and friends. This advertising is not disruptive, but is enhancing. TV advertising has many benefits, but arguably not many of those benefits apply to my use case.

    Advertising for a farmstand does not require a captive audience and interactive advertising is encouraged. In other words customers are already searching for opportunities to engage in the experience and social media as a platform provides options for people to enjoy their weekends. The interactions with such content is also in itself part of the experience and enhances customers interaction with the ‘service’. Put simply a customer may be looking for something fun and local to do on the weekend and then socially or mentally receives additional benefit posting their experience. As this happens I gain free advertising and valuable business feedback. Traditional advertising channels such as TV don’t provide the appropriate level of audience reach and they do not build trust in the same way with the audience. Someone watching the super-bowl in Texas is not interested in my farmstand in Oregon. While there are ways to tailor your advertising to more local areas, I would be skeptical as to the real number of members being reached, but also doubt that a TV commercial would build the same level of trust and confidence in the farmstand as a post or story on social media. Social media allows for real time updates unlike TV advertisement giving opportunities to promote sales or events without hiring an acting team, editing team, and paying to sit in the que between pharmaceutical commercials. I think the defining differences is whether your product is likely to be sought after. Pharmaceutical companies don’t necessarily have customers searching for their products, or following influencers on social media who promote the lifestyle. Therefore, they must advertise to their audience in a one way and captured form. This channel would not be cost effective or necessary for me advertising a farmstand. Not all traditional advertising is lost though, as I do believe a cheap and quick add in the local radio or newspaper may be of benefit for capturing and older or alternative audience who may like to visit the farmstand, but appreciates the older mediums of communication.

    Taking a bit of a turn here I believe the final question for our discussion post this week is intended to be geared toward our final projects. In that case the company I am building a marketing strategy for is Harley-Davidson. The company currently relies on a number of communications channels and has kept their message fairly consistent. They have a great website, good SEO, great user generated content, and a strong social media presence. They undoubtedly advertise directly through emails, they do sponsor events, rides, and clubs, and their physical brand image above each of their dealerships is a beacon for new and old riders alike. While there is a challenge in cutting through the noise of the online world, I believe a revitalized social media approach with a focus on story telling / visualization for the younger / rider of the future would be my suggested focus. Without alienating old motorcycle veterans, Harley-Davidson needs to put an emphasis on building on tradition and legacy thoughtfully. A storied focus on something like ‘the world is changing, but the ride never changes’. With that statement at heart, Harley Davidson needs to flood the social media channels with direct user generated content displaying how younger or new riders are exploring the world rebelliously on their new bikes. Being that the younger audience is my target demographic, I would like to do research on how well direct advertising works or if we are wasting money there. Personally at 28 I have signed up for quite a number of email groups to save 10% or get rewards. I am bombarded with direct advertising. Of the 100,000+ emails I have received, I have maybe earnestly opened 30 of them. Usually it is because the subject line appears alarming in some way haha. So with all of this said – I plan to dive into demographics research to define my target audience well and then consistently employ an enhanced social media effort to attract new customers and enhance the older customers story of their historic rides. Of course all advertising to some degree is a wager, and if customer feedback was negative, social media will give me a far more responsive means to course correct than would be available through traditional advertising channels.

    References

    Yu, C. H., Ke, C., Jovicic, A., Hall, S., & Straus, S. E. (2019). Beyond pros and cons – developing a patient decision aid to cultivate dialog to build relationships: insights from a qualitative study and decision aid development.
    _BMC Medical Informatics and Decision Making, 19_ https://doi.org/10.1186/s12911-019-0898-5

    Gurney, J., Fraser, L., Ikihele, A., Manderson, J., Scott, N., & Robson, B. (2021). Telehealth as a tool for equity: pros, cons and recommendations.
    _The New Zealand Medical Journal (Online), 134_(1530), 111-115. http://ezproxy.apus.edu/login?qurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.proquest.com%2Fscholarly-journals%2Ftelehealth-as-tool-equity-pros-cons%2Fdocview%2F2500011824%2Fse-2%3Faccountid%3D8289

    Kotler, P., & Keller, K. (2014).
    _Marketing management_ (14th ed.). Upper Saddle River, New

    Jersey: Pearson Prentice Hall

    [https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesagencycouncil/2020/01/03/five-social-media-marketing-mistakes-you-must-avoid/](https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesagencycouncil/2020/01/03/five-social-media-marketing-mistakes-you-must-avoid/)

    [https://www.forbes.com/sites/robertadams/2017/04/27/what-is-online-marketing-the-definitive-guide-to-internet-visibility/#1493617d377f](https://www.forbes.com/sites/robertadams/2017/04/27/what-is-online-marketing-the-definitive-guide-to-internet-visibility/#1493617d377f)

    [https://www.smbceo.com/2017/04/19/5-advantages-of-traditional-marketing-over-digital-marketing/](https://www.smbceo.com/2017/04/19/5-advantages-of-traditional-marketing-over-digital-marketing/)

    [https://www.inc.com/guides/2010/06/defining-your-target-markets.html](https://www.inc.com/guides/2010/06/defining-your-target-markets.html)

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    ***W6: Discussion (No more than 250 words)

    Marketers have many means of communicating with the public. With the rise of digital and mobile strategies, consumers can receive marketing solicitation around the clock.

    **Research**

    Research communication strategies carefully, considering the pros and cons of each method. Consider how value is communicated in marketing.

    **Discussion**

    · Considering the industry you work in or aspire to work in, what type of communication strategies are predominant?

    · Considering the many available mediums, is TV advertising still the most powerful, or has it faded in importance?

    · For your final marketing plan- which mediums will you focus on and why?

    My proposed Nike marketing campaign target market would be urban consumers in the Gen Z and Millennial age group between the ages of 18 and 35 years who base their purchasing decisions on sustainability, inclusivity, and authenticity.

    ***Discussion Response(No more than 100-150 words) HB

    Marketing Communication Strategies in the Modern Era

    In today’s business environment, marketing communication has evolved far beyond traditional media. Digital platforms, social media, and mobile marketing now dominate how organizations connect with consumers. Each strategy carries unique advantages and challenges. For example, digital marketing offers cost-effectiveness, real-time analytics, and precise audience targeting, while traditional media such as television and print still provide broad reach and emotional engagement. However, traditional advertising is expensive and less measurable, whereas digital methods allow for personalization and interactive engagement with consumers (Kotler et al., 2022).

    In the real estate industry, where I plan to build my career, communication strategies increasingly rely on social media, email campaigns, and virtual tours. These tools provide immediate access to potential buyers and allow for showcasing properties in a more immersive way. Digital storytelling through platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook has replaced many conventional outreach methods by fostering trust and personal connection.

    Although television advertising still carries influence, its dominance has diminished due to the rise of streaming platforms and on-demand content. Audiences today seek convenience and authenticity, which makes personalized digital strategies more effective.

    For my final marketing plan, I will focus primarily on social media marketing and search engine optimization (SEO). These mediums best support engagement, visibility, and cost-efficiency while allowing data-driven adjustments to maximize impact. By integrating these strategies, businesses can better communicate value and maintain meaningful, ongoing relationships with their customers.

    ***Discussion Response(No more than 100-150 words) SO

    The industry I may aspire to work in in the future is agriculture. Specifically I would love to own an orchard back in my hometown someday. The main business of my orchard would be of course selling produce domestically and internationally, but I would also enjoy having a farmstand for more local interaction and representation. Communication and marketing strategies that would help build up this farmstand’s business would be a diverse communications mix.

    I would say the most predominant means of communication for such a business especially locally, are going to be rooted in word of mouth. Word of mouth may be truly face to face communication, but I believe it can also be more broadly represented by trust in recognized and verified social media influencers with ties to the community. At a global corporation level authenticity in the valid use and benefit of the product is important from a social media perspective. For a local business this is true also, but the individual speaking on your farmstands behalf should also be recognized as a local or as having roots in the venture. These individuals and this advertisement channel is built upon the idea of welcoming others into a story. Customers who engage with the content are shown what a day at the farmstand could look like with family and friends. This advertising is not disruptive, but is enhancing. TV advertising has many benefits, but arguably not many of those benefits apply to my use case.

    Advertising for a farmstand does not require a captive audience and interactive advertising is encouraged. In other words customers are already searching for opportunities to engage in the experience and social media as a platform provides options for people to enjoy their weekends. The interactions with such content is also in itself part of the experience and enhances customers interaction with the ‘service’. Put simply a customer may be looking for something fun and local to do on the weekend and then socially or mentally receives additional benefit posting their experience. As this happens I gain free advertising and valuable business feedback. Traditional advertising channels such as TV don’t provide the appropriate level of audience reach and they do not build trust in the same way with the audience. Someone watching the super-bowl in Texas is not interested in my farmstand in Oregon. While there are ways to tailor your advertising to more local areas, I would be skeptical as to the real number of members being reached, but also doubt that a TV commercial would build the same level of trust and confidence in the farmstand as a post or story on social media. Social media allows for real time updates unlike TV advertisement giving opportunities to promote sales or events without hiring an acting team, editing team, and paying to sit in the que between pharmaceutical commercials. I think the defining differences is whether your product is likely to be sought after. Pharmaceutical companies don’t necessarily have customers searching for their products, or following influencers on social media who promote the lifestyle. Therefore, they must advertise to their audience in a one way and captured form. This channel would not be cost effective or necessary for me advertising a farmstand. Not all traditional advertising is lost though, as I do believe a cheap and quick add in the local radio or newspaper may be of benefit for capturing and older or alternative audience who may like to visit the farmstand, but appreciates the older mediums of communication.

    Taking a bit of a turn here I believe the final question for our discussion post this week is intended to be geared toward our final projects. In that case the company I am building a marketing strategy for is Harley-Davidson. The company currently relies on a number of communications channels and has kept their message fairly consistent. They have a great website, good SEO, great user generated content, and a strong social media presence. They undoubtedly advertise directly through emails, they do sponsor events, rides, and clubs, and their physical brand image above each of their dealerships is a beacon for new and old riders alike. While there is a challenge in cutting through the noise of the online world, I believe a revitalized social media approach with a focus on story telling / visualization for the younger / rider of the future would be my suggested focus. Without alienating old motorcycle veterans, Harley-Davidson needs to put an emphasis on building on tradition and legacy thoughtfully. A storied focus on something like ‘the world is changing, but the ride never changes’. With that statement at heart, Harley Davidson needs to flood the social media channels with direct user generated content displaying how younger or new riders are exploring the world rebelliously on their new bikes. Being that the younger audience is my target demographic, I would like to do research on how well direct advertising works or if we are wasting money there. Personally at 28 I have signed up for quite a number of email groups to save 10% or get rewards. I am bombarded with direct advertising. Of the 100,000+ emails I have received, I have maybe earnestly opened 30 of them. Usually it is because the subject line appears alarming in some way haha. So with all of this said – I plan to dive into demographics research to define my target audience well and then consistently employ an enhanced social media effort to attract new customers and enhance the older customers story of their historic rides. Of course all advertising to some degree is a wager, and if customer feedback was negative, social media will give me a far more responsive means to course correct than would be available through traditional advertising channels.

    References

    Yu, C. H., Ke, C., Jovicic, A., Hall, S., & Straus, S. E. (2019). Beyond pros and cons – developing a patient decision aid to cultivate dialog to build relationships: insights from a qualitative study and decision aid development.
    _BMC Medical Informatics and Decision Making, 19_ https://doi.org/10.1186/s12911-019-0898-5

    Gurney, J., Fraser, L., Ikihele, A., Manderson, J., Scott, N., & Robson, B. (2021). Telehealth as a tool for equity: pros, cons and recommendations.
    _The New Zealand Medical Journal (Online), 134_(1530), 111-115. http://ezproxy.apus.edu/login?qurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.proquest.com%2Fscholarly-journals%2Ftelehealth-as-tool-equity-pros-cons%2Fdocview%2F2500011824%2Fse-2%3Faccountid%3D8289

    Kotler, P., & Keller, K. (2014).
    _Marketing management_ (14th ed.). Upper Saddle River, New

    Jersey: Pearson Prentice Hall

    [https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesagencycouncil/2020/01/03/five-social-media-marketing-mistakes-you-must-avoid/](https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesagencycouncil/2020/01/03/five-social-media-marketing-mistakes-you-must-avoid/)

    [https://www.forbes.com/sites/robertadams/2017/04/27/what-is-online-marketing-the-definitive-guide-to-internet-visibility/#1493617d377f](https://www.forbes.com/sites/robertadams/2017/04/27/what-is-online-marketing-the-definitive-guide-to-internet-visibility/#1493617d377f)

    [https://www.smbceo.com/2017/04/19/5-advantages-of-traditional-marketing-over-digital-marketing/](https://www.smbceo.com/2017/04/19/5-advantages-of-traditional-marketing-over-digital-marketing/)

    [https://www.inc.com/guides/2010/06/defining-your-target-markets.html](https://www.inc.com/guides/2010/06/defining-your-target-markets.html)

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    **## W6.docx**

    ***W6: Discussion (No more than 250 words)

    Marketers have many means of communicating with the public. With the rise of digital and mobile strategies, consumers can receive marketing solicitation around the clock.

    **Research**

    Research communication strategies carefully, considering the pros and cons of each method. Consider how value is communicated in marketing.

    **Discussion**

    · Considering the industry you work in or aspire to work in, what type of communication strategies are predominant?

    · Considering the many available mediums, is TV advertising still the most powerful, or has it faded in importance?

    · For your final marketing plan- which mediums will you focus on and why?

    My proposed Nike marketing campaign target market would be urban consumers in the Gen Z and Millennial age group between the ages of 18 and 35 years who base their purchasing decisions on sustainability, inclusivity, and authenticity.

    ***Discussion Response(No more than 100-150 words) HB

    Marketing Communication Strategies in the Modern Era

    In today’s business environment, marketing communication has evolved far beyond traditional media. Digital platforms, social media, and mobile marketing now dominate how organizations connect with consumers. Each strategy carries unique advantages and challenges. For example, digital marketing offers cost-effectiveness, real-time analytics, and precise audience targeting, while traditional media such as television and print still provide broad reach and emotional engagement. However, traditional advertising is expensive and less measurable, whereas digital methods allow for personalization and interactive engagement with consumers (Kotler et al., 2022).

    In the real estate industry, where I plan to build my career, communication strategies increasingly rely on social media, email campaigns, and virtual tours. These tools provide immediate access to potential buyers and allow for showcasing properties in a more immersive way. Digital storytelling through platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook has replaced many conventional outreach methods by fostering trust and personal connection.

    Although television advertising still carries influence, its dominance has diminished due to the rise of streaming platforms and on-demand content. Audiences today seek convenience and authenticity, which makes personalized digital strategies more effective.

    For my final marketing plan, I will focus primarily on social media marketing and search engine optimization (SEO). These mediums best support engagement, visibility, and cost-efficiency while allowing data-driven adjustments to maximize impact. By integrating these strategies, businesses can better communicate value and maintain meaningful, ongoing relationships with their customers.

    ***Discussion Response(No more than 100-150 words) SO

    The industry I may aspire to work in in the future is agriculture. Specifically I would love to own an orchard back in my hometown someday. The main business of my orchard would be of course selling produce domestically and internationally, but I would also enjoy having a farmstand for more local interaction and representation. Communication and marketing strategies that would help build up this farmstand’s business would be a diverse communications mix.

    I would say the most predominant means of communication for such a business especially locally, are going to be rooted in word of mouth. Word of mouth may be truly face to face communication, but I believe it can also be more broadly represented by trust in recognized and verified social media influencers with ties to the community. At a global corporation level authenticity in the valid use and benefit of the product is important from a social media perspective. For a local business this is true also, but the individual speaking on your farmstands behalf should also be recognized as a local or as having roots in the venture. These individuals and this advertisement channel is built upon the idea of welcoming others into a story. Customers who engage with the content are shown what a day at the farmstand could look like with family and friends. This advertising is not disruptive, but is enhancing. TV advertising has many benefits, but arguably not many of those benefits apply to my use case.

    Advertising for a farmstand does not require a captive audience and interactive advertising is encouraged. In other words customers are already searching for opportunities to engage in the experience and social media as a platform provides options for people to enjoy their weekends. The interactions with such content is also in itself part of the experience and enhances customers interaction with the ‘service’. Put simply a customer may be looking for something fun and local to do on the weekend and then socially or mentally receives additional benefit posting their experience. As this happens I gain free advertising and valuable business feedback. Traditional advertising channels such as TV don’t provide the appropriate level of audience reach and they do not build trust in the same way with the audience. Someone watching the super-bowl in Texas is not interested in my farmstand in Oregon. While there are ways to tailor your advertising to more local areas, I would be skeptical as to the real number of members being reached, but also doubt that a TV commercial would build the same level of trust and confidence in the farmstand as a post or story on social media. Social media allows for real time updates unlike TV advertisement giving opportunities to promote sales or events without hiring an acting team, editing team, and paying to sit in the que between pharmaceutical commercials. I think the defining differences is whether your product is likely to be sought after. Pharmaceutical companies don’t necessarily have customers searching for their products, or following influencers on social media who promote the lifestyle. Therefore, they must advertise to their audience in a one way and captured form. This channel would not be cost effective or necessary for me advertising a farmstand. Not all traditional advertising is lost though, as I do believe a cheap and quick add in the local radio or newspaper may be of benefit for capturing and older or alternative audience who may like to visit the farmstand, but appreciates the older mediums of communication.

    Taking a bit of a turn here I believe the final question for our discussion post this week is intended to be geared toward our final projects. In that case the company I am building a marketing strategy for is Harley-Davidson. The company currently relies on a number of communications channels and has kept their message fairly consistent. They have a great website, good SEO, great user generated content, and a strong social media presence. They undoubtedly advertise directly through emails, they do sponsor events, rides, and clubs, and their physical brand image above each of their dealerships is a beacon for new and old riders alike. While there is a challenge in cutting through the noise of the online world, I believe a revitalized social media approach with a focus on story telling / visualization for the younger / rider of the future would be my suggested focus. Without alienating old motorcycle veterans, Harley-Davidson needs to put an emphasis on building on tradition and legacy thoughtfully. A storied focus on something like ‘the world is changing, but the ride never changes’. With that statement at heart, Harley Davidson needs to flood the social media channels with direct user generated content displaying how younger or new riders are exploring the world rebelliously on their new bikes. Being that the younger audience is my target demographic, I would like to do research on how well direct advertising works or if we are wasting money there. Personally at 28 I have signed up for quite a number of email groups to save 10% or get rewards. I am bombarded with direct advertising. Of the 100,000+ emails I have received, I have maybe earnestly opened 30 of them. Usually it is because the subject line appears alarming in some way haha. So with all of this said – I plan to dive into demographics research to define my target audience well and then consistently employ an enhanced social media effort to attract new customers and enhance the older customers story of their historic rides. Of course all advertising to some degree is a wager, and if customer feedback was negative, social media will give me a far more responsive means to course correct than would be available through traditional advertising channels.

    References

    Yu, C. H., Ke, C., Jovicic, A., Hall, S., & Straus, S. E. (2019). Beyond pros and cons – developing a patient decision aid to cultivate dialog to build relationships: insights from a qualitative study and decision aid development.
    _BMC Medical Informatics and Decision Making, 19_ https://doi.org/10.1186/s12911-019-0898-5

    Gurney, J., Fraser, L., Ikihele, A., Manderson, J., Scott, N., & Robson, B. (2021). Telehealth as a tool for equity: pros, cons and recommendations.
    _The New Zealand Medical Journal (Online), 134_(1530), 111-115. http://ezproxy.apus.edu/login?qurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.proquest.com%2Fscholarly-journals%2Ftelehealth-as-tool-equity-pros-cons%2Fdocview%2F2500011824%2Fse-2%3Faccountid%3D8289

    Kotler, P., & Keller, K. (2014).
    _Marketing management_ (14th ed.). Upper Saddle River, New

    Jersey: Pearson Prentice Hall

    [https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesagencycouncil/2020/01/03/five-social-media-marketing-mistakes-you-must-avoid/](https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesagencycouncil/2020/01/03/five-social-media-marketing-mistakes-you-must-avoid/)

    [https://www.forbes.com/sites/robertadams/2017/04/27/what-is-online-marketing-the-definitive-guide-to-internet-visibility/#1493617d377f](https://www.forbes.com/sites/robertadams/2017/04/27/what-is-online-marketing-the-definitive-guide-to-internet-visibility/#1493617d377f)

    [https://www.smbceo.com/2017/04/19/5-advantages-of-traditional-marketing-over-digital-marketing/](https://www.smbceo.com/2017/04/19/5-advantages-of-traditional-marketing-over-digital-marketing/)

    [https://www.inc.com/guides/2010/06/defining-your-target-markets.html](https://www.inc.com/guides/2010/06/defining-your-target-markets.html)

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    You should complete this is a format that you believe would be adequate for the first draft of a narrative appraisal report for a commercial property. Try to search on the Internet what a commercial property appraisal report looks like, and have your reports in similar quality and format.
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    see attached – ## homesurrogateUploads1UnitIII_Project_Template.docx – ## homesurrogateUploads2UnitIIInstructions.docx **## homesurrogateUploads1UnitIII_Project_Template.docx** 1 2 **Title of the Paper Goes Here** Student Name Institution ACC 5301 Management Applications of Accounting Instructor…

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    **## homesurrogateUploads1UnitIII_Project_Template.docx**

    1

    2

    **Title of the Paper Goes Here**

    Student Name

    Institution

    ACC 5301 Management Applications of Accounting

    Instructor

    Date

    **Title of Paper**

    Remember this part of the paper is double spaced in APA format.

    The
    _Introduction_ should lead readers into the topic and its importance. Introductions typically include the overall topic of the paper, the specific focus of the paper within the larger topic, the main points in the paper, the kind of paper (study, argument, critique, discussion), and the purpose.

    _Writing tip:_ The length of the introduction should be in proportion to the length of the paper. Also ask yourself, “With my purpose and my audience, how do I engage my readers best?” In the introduction, you set the tone of the piece, establish your voice, and demonstrate your writing style; be authentic to your purpose and your audience.

    **Part 1 Establish Cookie Business**

    _Identify_ the name of your company, location, mission statement for your business, and type of cookie you plan to make. Keep in mind that you are only making one type of cookie for this project.

    **Part 2 Costing and Sales Information**

    _Analyze_ and discuss the estimated cost per cookie using job order costing, the estimated cost per cookie using process costing, and the estimated sales price per cookie. Embed your spreadsheets to justify your costs.

    **Part 3 Compare and Contrast Costing Methods**

    _Analyze_ and discuss the major differences you see between the types of costing. Which do you believe is more useful for this business, and why?

    **Part 4 Impact of Increase and Decrease in Sales**

    _Discuss_ what will happen to revenue if the number of cookies sold increases or decreases.

    **Conclusions and Recommendations**

    _The Conclusion_ section
    should summarize for the readers the topics of importance that led to your final conclusions/analysis regarding this case. Include some specific areas of focus from your analysis to reinforce your conclusion.

    **References**

    Include complete references in proper APA format for all of the citations
    _listed_ in your paper. Be sure to use the library for the required number of sources. Additional sources can be used but should be scholarly. Present your references in alphabetical order.

    **## homesurrogateUploads2UnitIIInstructions.docx**

    **Cookie Business**

    **Assignment Objective:** In this project, you will be opening your own specialty cookie company to see how product costing methods and changes in production affect business decisions. You will be creating a series of reports and analyzing the results using the template provided to guide you through the project. You will:

    1. Gain an understanding of product costing (direct materials, direct labor, and overhead).

    2. Review job order costing.

    3. Review process costing.

    4. Make business decisions based on analyzing accounting data.

    **Length:** **You will prepare a three- to four-page written report** (including spreadsheets) using the
    [Unit III Project Template](https://online.columbiasouthern.edu/bbcswebdav/pid-17551108-dt-asiobject-rid-160894059_1/xid-160894059_1).

    **References:** **At least two peer-reviewed sources are required. Resources used are required to be scholarly/academic in nature and found in the CSU Library. APA Style is required for citations and references.**

    **Details: First, start the paper with an introduction section per the assignment template provided above.**

    Part 1: Establish a cookie business selling only one type of specialty cookie with two employees making the cookies.

    · Create a name and establish a location for the business.

    · Construct a mission statement for the business.

    · Decide on the type of cookie you want to make and sell.

    Part 2: Develop costing and sales information for 1,000 cookies (this is the first and only order).

    · Estimate and explain the cost per cookie based on job order costing (manufacturing overhead is 30% of direct labor costs). Prepare a job order cost sheet by researching and identifying the top five ingredients and their estimated costs as your direct materials. Research and identify the cost of wages for your two employees as your direct labor. It typically takes two days to make 1,000 cookies.

    · For process costing, examine the costs per 1,000 cookies looking at these top three processes (departments): Mixing, Add-ins, Packaging.

    · The Mixing Department will be examined in depth (only do this department).

    · All materials will be added in at the beginning of the process.

    · The cookies will be in the Mixing Department for a total of 8 hours (use two employees, 4 hours each as your direct labor). The cookies will be 100% complete with respect to materials, and only be 40% complete with respect to conversion costs (labor and overhead) before they are transferred to the Add-ins Department. Manufacturing overhead is 30% of direct labor costs.

    · Estimate and explain the sales price you plan to set per cookie based on the cost data.

    ·

    Part 3: Define job order and process costing. Then, compare and contrast the costing methods used in this project (job order vs. process costing), including which you believe provides the most useful information as a manager.

    Part 4: Discuss what will happen to revenue if the number of the cookies sold increases or decreases.

    End this paper with the key observations and present any future recommendations.

    Use the
    [Unit III Cookie Project Spreadsheet Templates](https://online.columbiasouthern.edu/bbcswebdav/pid-17551108-dt-asiobject-rid-160894062_1/xid-160894062_1) for your job order, and process costing spreadsheets to be embedded in your case study document.

    **## homesurrogateUploads2UnitIIInstructions.docx**

    **Cookie Business**

    **Assignment Objective:** In this project, you will be opening your own specialty cookie company to see how product costing methods and changes in production affect business decisions. You will be creating a series of reports and analyzing the results using the template provided to guide you through the project. You will:

    1. Gain an understanding of product costing (direct materials, direct labor, and overhead).

    2. Review job order costing.

    3. Review process costing.

    4. Make business decisions based on analyzing accounting data.

    **Length:** **You will prepare a three- to four-page written report** (including spreadsheets) using the
    [Unit III Project Template](https://online.columbiasouthern.edu/bbcswebdav/pid-17551108-dt-asiobject-rid-160894059_1/xid-160894059_1).

    **References:** **At least two peer-reviewed sources are required. Resources used are required to be scholarly/academic in nature and found in the CSU Library. APA Style is required for citations and references.**

    **Details: First, start the paper with an introduction section per the assignment template provided above.**

    Part 1: Establish a cookie business selling only one type of specialty cookie with two employees making the cookies.

    · Create a name and establish a location for the business.

    · Construct a mission statement for the business.

    · Decide on the type of cookie you want to make and sell.

    Part 2: Develop costing and sales information for 1,000 cookies (this is the first and only order).

    · Estimate and explain the cost per cookie based on job order costing (manufacturing overhead is 30% of direct labor costs). Prepare a job order cost sheet by researching and identifying the top five ingredients and their estimated costs as your direct materials. Research and identify the cost of wages for your two employees as your direct labor. It typically takes two days to make 1,000 cookies.

    · For process costing, examine the costs per 1,000 cookies looking at these top three processes (departments): Mixing, Add-ins, Packaging.

    · The Mixing Department will be examined in depth (only do this department).

    · All materials will be added in at the beginning of the process.

    · The cookies will be in the Mixing Department for a total of 8 hours (use two employees, 4 hours each as your direct labor). The cookies will be 100% complete with respect to materials, and only be 40% complete with respect to conversion costs (labor and overhead) before they are transferred to the Add-ins Department. Manufacturing overhead is 30% of direct labor costs.

    · Estimate and explain the sales price you plan to set per cookie based on the cost data.

    ·

    Part 3: Define job order and process costing. Then, compare and contrast the costing methods used in this project (job order vs. process costing), including which you believe provides the most useful information as a manager.

    Part 4: Discuss what will happen to revenue if the number of the cookies sold increases or decreases.

    End this paper with the key observations and present any future recommendations.

    Use the
    [Unit III Cookie Project Spreadsheet Templates](https://online.columbiasouthern.edu/bbcswebdav/pid-17551108-dt-asiobject-rid-160894062_1/xid-160894062_1) for your job order, and process costing spreadsheets to be embedded in your case study document.

    **## homesurrogateUploads1UnitIII_Project_Template.docx**

    1

    2

    **Title of the Paper Goes Here**

    Student Name

    Institution

    ACC 5301 Management Applications of Accounting

    Instructor

    Date

    **Title of Paper**

    Remember this part of the paper is double spaced in APA format.

    The
    _Introduction_ should lead readers into the topic and its importance. Introductions typically include the overall topic of the paper, the specific focus of the paper within the larger topic, the main points in the paper, the kind of paper (study, argument, critique, discussion), and the purpose.

    _Writing tip:_ The length of the introduction should be in proportion to the length of the paper. Also ask yourself, “With my purpose and my audience, how do I engage my readers best?” In the introduction, you set the tone of the piece, establish your voice, and demonstrate your writing style; be authentic to your purpose and your audience.

    **Part 1 Establish Cookie Business**

    _Identify_ the name of your company, location, mission statement for your business, and type of cookie you plan to make. Keep in mind that you are only making one type of cookie for this project.

    **Part 2 Costing and Sales Information**

    _Analyze_ and discuss the estimated cost per cookie using job order costing, the estimated cost per cookie using process costing, and the estimated sales price per cookie. Embed your spreadsheets to justify your costs.

    **Part 3 Compare and Contrast Costing Methods**

    _Analyze_ and discuss the major differences you see between the types of costing. Which do you believe is more useful for this business, and why?

    **Part 4 Impact of Increase and Decrease in Sales**

    _Discuss_ what will happen to revenue if the number of cookies sold increases or decreases.

    **Conclusions and Recommendations**

    _The Conclusion_ section
    should summarize for the readers the topics of importance that led to your final conclusions/analysis regarding this case. Include some specific areas of focus from your analysis to reinforce your conclusion.

    **References**

    Include complete references in proper APA format for all of the citations
    _listed_ in your paper. Be sure to use the library for the required number of sources. Additional sources can be used but should be scholarly. Present your references in alphabetical order.

    **## homesurrogateUploads2UnitIIInstructions.docx**

    **Cookie Business**

    **Assignment Objective:** In this project, you will be opening your own specialty cookie company to see how product costing methods and changes in production affect business decisions. You will be creating a series of reports and analyzing the results using the template provided to guide you through the project. You will:

    1. Gain an understanding of product costing (direct materials, direct labor, and overhead).

    2. Review job order costing.

    3. Review process costing.

    4. Make business decisions based on analyzing accounting data.

    **Length:** **You will prepare a three- to four-page written report** (including spreadsheets) using the
    [Unit III Project Template](https://online.columbiasouthern.edu/bbcswebdav/pid-17551108-dt-asiobject-rid-160894059_1/xid-160894059_1).

    **References:** **At least two peer-reviewed sources are required. Resources used are required to be scholarly/academic in nature and found in the CSU Library. APA Style is required for citations and references.**

    **Details: First, start the paper with an introduction section per the assignment template provided above.**

    Part 1: Establish a cookie business selling only one type of specialty cookie with two employees making the cookies.

    · Create a name and establish a location for the business.

    · Construct a mission statement for the business.

    · Decide on the type of cookie you want to make and sell.

    Part 2: Develop costing and sales information for 1,000 cookies (this is the first and only order).

    · Estimate and explain the cost per cookie based on job order costing (manufacturing overhead is 30% of direct labor costs). Prepare a job order cost sheet by researching and identifying the top five ingredients and their estimated costs as your direct materials. Research and identify the cost of wages for your two employees as your direct labor. It typically takes two days to make 1,000 cookies.

    · For process costing, examine the costs per 1,000 cookies looking at these top three processes (departments): Mixing, Add-ins, Packaging.

    · The Mixing Department will be examined in depth (only do this department).

    · All materials will be added in at the beginning of the process.

    · The cookies will be in the Mixing Department for a total of 8 hours (use two employees, 4 hours each as your direct labor). The cookies will be 100% complete with respect to materials, and only be 40% complete with respect to conversion costs (labor and overhead) before they are transferred to the Add-ins Department. Manufacturing overhead is 30% of direct labor costs.

    · Estimate and explain the sales price you plan to set per cookie based on the cost data.

    ·

    Part 3: Define job order and process costing. Then, compare and contrast the costing methods used in this project (job order vs. process costing), including which you believe provides the most useful information as a manager.

    Part 4: Discuss what will happen to revenue if the number of the cookies sold increases or decreases.

    End this paper with the key observations and present any future recommendations.

    Use the
    [Unit III Cookie Project Spreadsheet Templates](https://online.columbiasouthern.edu/bbcswebdav/pid-17551108-dt-asiobject-rid-160894062_1/xid-160894062_1) for your job order, and process costing spreadsheets to be embedded in your case study document.

    **## homesurrogateUploads1UnitIII_Project_Template.docx**

    1

    2

    **Title of the Paper Goes Here**

    Student Name

    Institution

    ACC 5301 Management Applications of Accounting

    Instructor

    Date

    **Title of Paper**

    Remember this part of the paper is double spaced in APA format.

    The
    _Introduction_ should lead readers into the topic and its importance. Introductions typically include the overall topic of the paper, the specific focus of the paper within the larger topic, the main points in the paper, the kind of paper (study, argument, critique, discussion), and the purpose.

    _Writing tip:_ The length of the introduction should be in proportion to the length of the paper. Also ask yourself, “With my purpose and my audience, how do I engage my readers best?” In the introduction, you set the tone of the piece, establish your voice, and demonstrate your writing style; be authentic to your purpose and your audience.

    **Part 1 Establish Cookie Business**

    _Identify_ the name of your company, location, mission statement for your business, and type of cookie you plan to make. Keep in mind that you are only making one type of cookie for this project.

    **Part 2 Costing and Sales Information**

    _Analyze_ and discuss the estimated cost per cookie using job order costing, the estimated cost per cookie using process costing, and the estimated sales price per cookie. Embed your spreadsheets to justify your costs.

    **Part 3 Compare and Contrast Costing Methods**

    _Analyze_ and discuss the major differences you see between the types of costing. Which do you believe is more useful for this business, and why?

    **Part 4 Impact of Increase and Decrease in Sales**

    _Discuss_ what will happen to revenue if the number of cookies sold increases or decreases.

    **Conclusions and Recommendations**

    _The Conclusion_ section
    should summarize for the readers the topics of importance that led to your final conclusions/analysis regarding this case. Include some specific areas of focus from your analysis to reinforce your conclusion.

    **References**

    Include complete references in proper APA format for all of the citations
    _listed_ in your paper. Be sure to use the library for the required number of sources. Additional sources can be used but should be scholarly. Present your references in alphabetical order.

    **## homesurrogateUploads2UnitIIInstructions.docx**

    **Cookie Business**

    **Assignment Objective:** In this project, you will be opening your own specialty cookie company to see how product costing methods and changes in production affect business decisions. You will be creating a series of reports and analyzing the results using the template provided to guide you through the project. You will:

    1. Gain an understanding of product costing (direct materials, direct labor, and overhead).

    2. Review job order costing.

    3. Review process costing.

    4. Make business decisions based on analyzing accounting data.

    **Length:** **You will prepare a three- to four-page written report** (including spreadsheets) using the
    [Unit III Project Template](https://online.columbiasouthern.edu/bbcswebdav/pid-17551108-dt-asiobject-rid-160894059_1/xid-160894059_1).

    **References:** **At least two peer-reviewed sources are required. Resources used are required to be scholarly/academic in nature and found in the CSU Library. APA Style is required for citations and references.**

    **Details: First, start the paper with an introduction section per the assignment template provided above.**

    Part 1: Establish a cookie business selling only one type of specialty cookie with two employees making the cookies.

    · Create a name and establish a location for the business.

    · Construct a mission statement for the business.

    · Decide on the type of cookie you want to make and sell.

    Part 2: Develop costing and sales information for 1,000 cookies (this is the first and only order).

    · Estimate and explain the cost per cookie based on job order costing (manufacturing overhead is 30% of direct labor costs). Prepare a job order cost sheet by researching and identifying the top five ingredients and their estimated costs as your direct materials. Research and identify the cost of wages for your two employees as your direct labor. It typically takes two days to make 1,000 cookies.

    · For process costing, examine the costs per 1,000 cookies looking at these top three processes (departments): Mixing, Add-ins, Packaging.

    · The Mixing Department will be examined in depth (only do this department).

    · All materials will be added in at the beginning of the process.

    · The cookies will be in the Mixing Department for a total of 8 hours (use two employees, 4 hours each as your direct labor). The cookies will be 100% complete with respect to materials, and only be 40% complete with respect to conversion costs (labor and overhead) before they are transferred to the Add-ins Department. Manufacturing overhead is 30% of direct labor costs.

    · Estimate and explain the sales price you plan to set per cookie based on the cost data.

    ·

    Part 3: Define job order and process costing. Then, compare and contrast the costing methods used in this project (job order vs. process costing), including which you believe provides the most useful information as a manager.

    Part 4: Discuss what will happen to revenue if the number of the cookies sold increases or decreases.

    End this paper with the key observations and present any future recommendations.

    Use the
    [Unit III Cookie Project Spreadsheet Templates](https://online.columbiasouthern.edu/bbcswebdav/pid-17551108-dt-asiobject-rid-160894062_1/xid-160894062_1) for your job order, and process costing spreadsheets to be embedded in your case study document.

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    Business management task – ## AD2.docx – ## AD21.docx **## AD2.docx** _Assessment Code and Task_ _AVM1: Task 2_ Affinity Diagram **QHT1 Task 2 Affinity Diagram** **Your Name and ID#** **Type your problem statement for the returns and customer complaints about the boot division here.** (Hint: Simply …

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    _Assessment Code and Task_

    _AVM1: Task 2_ Affinity Diagram

    **QHT1 Task 2 Affinity Diagram**

    **Your Name and ID#**

    **Type your problem statement for the returns and customer complaints about the boot division here.** (Hint: Simply re-word the statement given
    _without trying to solve_ the problem- do not be subjective!)

    Cost centers MUST be departments/functional areas of an organization

    **Type Cost Center 6** **Here** (Org Dept./ Functional Area)

    **Type Cost Center 5 Here** (Org Dept./ Functional Area)

    **Type Cost Center 4** **Here** (Org Dept./ Functional Area)

    **Type Cost Center 3** **Here** (Org Dept./ Functional Area)

    **Type Cost Center 2** **Here** (Org Dept./ Functional Area)

    **Type Cost Center 1** **Here** (Org Dept./ Functional Area)

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    **## AD21.docx**

    Competencies

    **304.2.1** :
    **Graphical Charts**

    The graduate understands the types and uses of graphical charts in operations management.

    Scenario

    A shoe manufacturing company is having a problem with returns and customer complaints in their boot division. Top executives are meeting to figure out what these problems in the boot division are costing the company.

    Requirements

    Your submission must represent your original work and understanding of the course material. Most performance assessment submissions are automatically scanned through the WGU similarity checker. Students are strongly encouraged to wait for the similarity report to generate after uploading their work and then review it to ensure Academic Authenticity guidelines are met before submitting the file for evaluation.

    **Grammarly Note:**
    Professional Communication will be automatically assessed through Grammarly for Education in most performance assessments before a student submits work for evaluation. Students are strongly encouraged to review the Grammarly for Education feedback prior to submitting work for evaluation, as the overall submission will not pass without this aspect passing.

    **Microsoft Files Note:**
    Write your paper in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) unless another Microsoft product, or pdf, is specified in the task directions. Tasks may not be submitted as cloud links, such as links to Google Docs, Google Slides, OneDrive, etc.  All supporting documentation, such as screenshots and proof of experience, should be collected in a pdf file and submitted separately from the main file.

    _You must use the rubric to direct the creation of your submission because it provides detailed criteria that will be used to evaluate your work. Each requirement below may be evaluated by more than one rubric aspect. The rubric aspect titles may contain hyperlinks to relevant portions of the course._

    Create an affinity diagram with at least
    **six** types of cost centers to show where the boot division is costing the company money. Your diagram should include the following:

    _Note: You can use the template titled "Affinity Diagram" from the Supporting Documents section to complete this task or you can create your affinity diagram._

    A. The problem statement.

    B.
    _At least_ **six** types of cost centers that are being affected by the boot division.

    C. Acknowledge sources, using APA-formatted in-text citations and references, for content that is quoted, paraphrased, or summarized.

    D. Demonstrate professional communication in the content and presentation of your submission.

    **File Restrictions**

    File name may contain only letters, numbers, spaces, and these symbols: ! – _ . * ' ( )
    File size limit: 200 MB
    File types allowed: doc, docx, rtf, xls, xlsx, ppt, pptx, odt, pdf, csv, txt, qt, mov, mpg, avi, mp3, wav, mp4, wma, flv, asf, mpeg, wmv, m4v, svg, tif, tiff, jpeg, jpg, gif, png, zip, rar, tar, 7z

    **## AD21.docx**

    Competencies

    **304.2.1** :
    **Graphical Charts**

    The graduate understands the types and uses of graphical charts in operations management.

    Scenario

    A shoe manufacturing company is having a problem with returns and customer complaints in their boot division. Top executives are meeting to figure out what these problems in the boot division are costing the company.

    Requirements

    Your submission must represent your original work and understanding of the course material. Most performance assessment submissions are automatically scanned through the WGU similarity checker. Students are strongly encouraged to wait for the similarity report to generate after uploading their work and then review it to ensure Academic Authenticity guidelines are met before submitting the file for evaluation.

    **Grammarly Note:**
    Professional Communication will be automatically assessed through Grammarly for Education in most performance assessments before a student submits work for evaluation. Students are strongly encouraged to review the Grammarly for Education feedback prior to submitting work for evaluation, as the overall submission will not pass without this aspect passing.

    **Microsoft Files Note:**
    Write your paper in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) unless another Microsoft product, or pdf, is specified in the task directions. Tasks may not be submitted as cloud links, such as links to Google Docs, Google Slides, OneDrive, etc.  All supporting documentation, such as screenshots and proof of experience, should be collected in a pdf file and submitted separately from the main file.

    _You must use the rubric to direct the creation of your submission because it provides detailed criteria that will be used to evaluate your work. Each requirement below may be evaluated by more than one rubric aspect. The rubric aspect titles may contain hyperlinks to relevant portions of the course._

    Create an affinity diagram with at least
    **six** types of cost centers to show where the boot division is costing the company money. Your diagram should include the following:

    _Note: You can use the template titled "Affinity Diagram" from the Supporting Documents section to complete this task or you can create your affinity diagram._

    A. The problem statement.

    B.
    _At least_ **six** types of cost centers that are being affected by the boot division.

    C. Acknowledge sources, using APA-formatted in-text citations and references, for content that is quoted, paraphrased, or summarized.

    D. Demonstrate professional communication in the content and presentation of your submission.

    **File Restrictions**

    File name may contain only letters, numbers, spaces, and these symbols: ! – _ . * ' ( )
    File size limit: 200 MB
    File types allowed: doc, docx, rtf, xls, xlsx, ppt, pptx, odt, pdf, csv, txt, qt, mov, mpg, avi, mp3, wav, mp4, wma, flv, asf, mpeg, wmv, m4v, svg, tif, tiff, jpeg, jpg, gif, png, zip, rar, tar, 7z

    **## AD2.docx**

    _Assessment Code and Task_

    _AVM1: Task 2_ Affinity Diagram

    **QHT1 Task 2 Affinity Diagram**

    **Your Name and ID#**

    **Type your problem statement for the returns and customer complaints about the boot division here.** (Hint: Simply re-word the statement given
    _without trying to solve_ the problem- do not be subjective!)

    Cost centers MUST be departments/functional areas of an organization

    **Type Cost Center 6** **Here** (Org Dept./ Functional Area)

    **Type Cost Center 5 Here** (Org Dept./ Functional Area)

    **Type Cost Center 4** **Here** (Org Dept./ Functional Area)

    **Type Cost Center 3** **Here** (Org Dept./ Functional Area)

    **Type Cost Center 2** **Here** (Org Dept./ Functional Area)

    **Type Cost Center 1** **Here** (Org Dept./ Functional Area)

    ![](https://www.sweetstudy.com/questions/business-management-20943189)

    PAGE 1

    PAGE 2

    ## image1.jpg

    **## AD21.docx**

    Competencies

    **304.2.1** :
    **Graphical Charts**

    The graduate understands the types and uses of graphical charts in operations management.

    Scenario

    A shoe manufacturing company is having a problem with returns and customer complaints in their boot division. Top executives are meeting to figure out what these problems in the boot division are costing the company.

    Requirements

    Your submission must represent your original work and understanding of the course material. Most performance assessment submissions are automatically scanned through the WGU similarity checker. Students are strongly encouraged to wait for the similarity report to generate after uploading their work and then review it to ensure Academic Authenticity guidelines are met before submitting the file for evaluation.

    **Grammarly Note:**
    Professional Communication will be automatically assessed through Grammarly for Education in most performance assessments before a student submits work for evaluation. Students are strongly encouraged to review the Grammarly for Education feedback prior to submitting work for evaluation, as the overall submission will not pass without this aspect passing.

    **Microsoft Files Note:**
    Write your paper in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) unless another Microsoft product, or pdf, is specified in the task directions. Tasks may not be submitted as cloud links, such as links to Google Docs, Google Slides, OneDrive, etc.  All supporting documentation, such as screenshots and proof of experience, should be collected in a pdf file and submitted separately from the main file.

    _You must use the rubric to direct the creation of your submission because it provides detailed criteria that will be used to evaluate your work. Each requirement below may be evaluated by more than one rubric aspect. The rubric aspect titles may contain hyperlinks to relevant portions of the course._

    Create an affinity diagram with at least
    **six** types of cost centers to show where the boot division is costing the company money. Your diagram should include the following:

    _Note: You can use the template titled "Affinity Diagram" from the Supporting Documents section to complete this task or you can create your affinity diagram._

    A. The problem statement.

    B.
    _At least_ **six** types of cost centers that are being affected by the boot division.

    C. Acknowledge sources, using APA-formatted in-text citations and references, for content that is quoted, paraphrased, or summarized.

    D. Demonstrate professional communication in the content and presentation of your submission.

    **File Restrictions**

    File name may contain only letters, numbers, spaces, and these symbols: ! – _ . * ' ( )
    File size limit: 200 MB
    File types allowed: doc, docx, rtf, xls, xlsx, ppt, pptx, odt, pdf, csv, txt, qt, mov, mpg, avi, mp3, wav, mp4, wma, flv, asf, mpeg, wmv, m4v, svg, tif, tiff, jpeg, jpg, gif, png, zip, rar, tar, 7z

    **## AD2.docx**

    _Assessment Code and Task_

    _AVM1: Task 2_ Affinity Diagram

    **QHT1 Task 2 Affinity Diagram**

    **Your Name and ID#**

    **Type your problem statement for the returns and customer complaints about the boot division here.** (Hint: Simply re-word the statement given
    _without trying to solve_ the problem- do not be subjective!)

    Cost centers MUST be departments/functional areas of an organization

    **Type Cost Center 6** **Here** (Org Dept./ Functional Area)

    **Type Cost Center 5 Here** (Org Dept./ Functional Area)

    **Type Cost Center 4** **Here** (Org Dept./ Functional Area)

    **Type Cost Center 3** **Here** (Org Dept./ Functional Area)

    **Type Cost Center 2** **Here** (Org Dept./ Functional Area)

    **Type Cost Center 1** **Here** (Org Dept./ Functional Area)

    ![](https://www.sweetstudy.com/questions/business-management-20943189)

    PAGE 1

    PAGE 2

    ## image1.jpg

    **## AD21.docx**

    Competencies

    **304.2.1** :
    **Graphical Charts**

    The graduate understands the types and uses of graphical charts in operations management.

    Scenario

    A shoe manufacturing company is having a problem with returns and customer complaints in their boot division. Top executives are meeting to figure out what these problems in the boot division are costing the company.

    Requirements

    Your submission must represent your original work and understanding of the course material. Most performance assessment submissions are automatically scanned through the WGU similarity checker. Students are strongly encouraged to wait for the similarity report to generate after uploading their work and then review it to ensure Academic Authenticity guidelines are met before submitting the file for evaluation.

    **Grammarly Note:**
    Professional Communication will be automatically assessed through Grammarly for Education in most performance assessments before a student submits work for evaluation. Students are strongly encouraged to review the Grammarly for Education feedback prior to submitting work for evaluation, as the overall submission will not pass without this aspect passing.

    **Microsoft Files Note:**
    Write your paper in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) unless another Microsoft product, or pdf, is specified in the task directions. Tasks may not be submitted as cloud links, such as links to Google Docs, Google Slides, OneDrive, etc.  All supporting documentation, such as screenshots and proof of experience, should be collected in a pdf file and submitted separately from the main file.

    _You must use the rubric to direct the creation of your submission because it provides detailed criteria that will be used to evaluate your work. Each requirement below may be evaluated by more than one rubric aspect. The rubric aspect titles may contain hyperlinks to relevant portions of the course._

    Create an affinity diagram with at least
    **six** types of cost centers to show where the boot division is costing the company money. Your diagram should include the following:

    _Note: You can use the template titled "Affinity Diagram" from the Supporting Documents section to complete this task or you can create your affinity diagram._

    A. The problem statement.

    B.
    _At least_ **six** types of cost centers that are being affected by the boot division.

    C. Acknowledge sources, using APA-formatted in-text citations and references, for content that is quoted, paraphrased, or summarized.

    D. Demonstrate professional communication in the content and presentation of your submission.

    **File Restrictions**

    File name may contain only letters, numbers, spaces, and these symbols: ! – _ . * ' ( )
    File size limit: 200 MB
    File types allowed: doc, docx, rtf, xls, xlsx, ppt, pptx, odt, pdf, csv, txt, qt, mov, mpg, avi, mp3, wav, mp4, wma, flv, asf, mpeg, wmv, m4v, svg, tif, tiff, jpeg, jpg, gif, png, zip, rar, tar, 7z

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    **Company Report:** Select one specific industry/company and determine the optimization problem. Collect relevant data to apply a linear optimization model to solve the problem. The business can be one of the following: grocery, bakery, supermarket, restaurant, hotel, bank, airline, toys, or any pro…

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    **Company Report:** Select one specific industry/company and determine the optimization problem. Collect relevant data to apply a linear optimization model to solve the problem. The business can be one of the following: grocery, bakery, supermarket, restaurant, hotel, bank, airline, toys, or any production/manufacturing. You will demonstrate in the model either one of the following: to maximize profit, productivity, efficiency, and customer satisfaction or to minimize cost or defect. Conduct the following linear optimization steps:
    1. Present the data and mathematical linear optimization model.
    2. Identify and define decision variables.
    3. Formulate the objective function.
    4. Identify the set of constraints.
    5. Solve the linear optimization model using the Solver.
    6. Summarize Solver results in a written memo report addressed to the company management. Provide a brief action plan for the implementation of the model.
    **Format**: Four to five Excel spreadsheets that include models and results. In addition, use a word document for the executive summary and action plan, with a minimum of 1000 words.

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