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This assignment involves scheduling meetings with clients, with HW#2 due on 1/26, requiring email confirmation. HW#3 focuses on creating a report outline and writing assignment, due 1/31. Class activities will include working on HW#3 and discussing outlines for new semester reports. Key elements include developing an Implementation Plan that outlines necessary actions for recommending solutions, conducting an Economic Analysis covering implementation costs, and assessing risks and uncertainties related to the solution. Detailed planning is crucial for effective client communication and project success.
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Assignments • HW#2: Meeting schedule with clients • due 1/26 • email confirmation from client is required • HW#3: Report outline and writing assignment • due 1/31
Today in Class • Work on HW#3 • Outlines for new reports for this semster • Implementation Plan • Economic Analysis • Risk and Uncertainty Assessment
Implementation Plan • What will it take to implement your recommended solution • Is new construction required? • Do existing facilities need to be renovated? • Is new equipment needed? • Are new procedures required?
Implementation Plan • Provide as much detail as possible • conveys to the clients that you have considered all aspects of the solution • Should be a “blue print” that you can hand to the client
Economic Analysis • Should cover all costs to implement the recommended solution • refer back to the Implementation Plan • Most clients will review this 1’st!! • you need to be in good contact with your clients on costs • the decision to implement your recommended solution will depend on the Economic Analysis
Risk and Uncertainty Analysis • Look at all aspects of your proposed solution • look for anything that can go wrong • what if fuel prices go up? • what if the cost of electricity goes up? • what if the drought continues?
In Class Team Work • Start on HW#3 • Instructors will circulate around the room to all teams