INTRODUCTION
Any type of data disseminated on a computer is referred to as digital technology. It helps in enhancing the creativity level along with helping in the distribution of data. One of the best examples of digital technology is cloud technology. It is a technology which delivers several computing services like storage, networking, software, intelligence and many more through the internet service(âthe cloudâ). This helps to offer faster innovation and economies of scale. This report is based on Continental Consulting Limited company, it is a research consultancy company headed by Maxio Bindas the CEO of the company. This presented report gives a brief about the aims and objectives of the project. Additionally, this project management plan is also mentioned which covers aspects of cost, scope, time, quality, communication, risk and resources. Gantt charts and work breakdown structure are also discussed here. Lastly, various methods are also included in this report to gather relevant data for the project.
TASK1
P1 Project aims and objectives
The aim of every business organization is to accomplish the given task and objectives in a efficient and effective manner. This is possible only if the company thinks about and implements some innovative structures and technology. In order to achieve the target goal in the specified time period the best technology is cloud technology. This technology relies upon the sharing of data in order to achieve coherence and along with this, it helps minimise IT costs. Additionally, it helps in meeting the unpredictable demand. It is very much helpful in sharing and transferring information from one individual to another. In simple language, it is a technology through which the resources are acquired from network-based tools and applications.
Continental Consulting Limited company, has taken into consideration cloud technology in order to upgrade and renovate the company facilities so that the company can give stiff competition in the market.
Topic: âThe role of digital technology in enhancing small businessâ
Background of research:
Continental Consultancy Limited is a business and research consultancy, this company has adopted the new innovation technology named âcloud technologyâ so as to upgrade and renovate the facilities in order to sustain in the market. Mario Bindas who is the owner of the company under whom there were 22 expert consultants and researchers. The owner at the time procured with latest technology equipment but with the passage of time, the technology used by the company got obsolete. This was one of the reasons which made the owner feel about upgrading the use of IT technology ( like âcloud technologyâ) so as to maximize the company's capabilities.
Research Aim:
The aim of this research is âto determine the effectiveness of cloud technology in achieving business growthâ. A case study on Continental Consultancy Limited.
Research objectives:
- To determine the significance of cloud technology.
- To study the basic concept of cloud technology.
- To analyse the challenges faced by Continental Consultancy Limited in achieving growth.
Research questions:
- What is the role of cloud technology in upgrading Continental Consultancy Limited?
- What are the major challenges faced by Continental Consultancy Limited to achieve growth in the market?
- What are the basic concepts of cloud technology?
P2 Make a project management plan that covers various aspects
Project management plan
The process of management in which planning, organising, initiating, executing and controlling all the functions are performed for a specific project. The main focus of project management is to effectively manage the resources towards the objective of the company. Here the organisation is Continental Consulting Ltd which is a business consultancy group which is trying to maintain the potential of engineering people in the company. Here the weakness of the company is addressed as less effective in the upgradation of their technology and the organisation is trying to implement all the possible solutions that can solve this problem. So it is important for Continental Consulting Ltd to make an effective project plan in which all the issues and aspects of the company can be efficiently solved. The company is applying cloud technology in their business so that it can grow and innovate. There are various aspects that helps in making an effective management of project are as follows.
Cost- The amount of money which is needed for establishing all the equipment which are needed to set up the cloud technology for Continental Consulting Ltd is considered as its cost
Scope- The range of view is known as scope. In the context of the company scope for the business process is to the future possibility in the advancement of the technology that can aid business to grow. The expansion of business in various locations can also be done which helps Continental Consulting Ltd to reach far customers.
Time- The company have to make a deadline or limit of time in which they can set up all there equipment all over the places around. In Continental Consulting Ltd the company have to decide time frame of each and every task so that the management of time can be done and focus can be given to different processes of working also.
Quality- Before installing all the equipment and machinery regarding the cloud technology the quality manager should ensure the proper quality of management. If in Continental Consulting Ltd, the overall quality is matching the standards of the company or not. If not then delivery of the product can be rejected by the quality department of the company.
Communication- Effective communication is always needed which helps in maintaining the connection with the different employees working in various departments of Continental Consulting Ltd. This helps in resolving all the issues and conflicts that arise during the working process. The issues could be related to technological functioning, behaviour of employees etc.
Risk- The chance of losing the value of something is known as risk. In the context of organisation, the risk is in the form of data security and environmental effects like rain, and snowfall which can harm and damage the machinery and equipment at a particular location. So the company needs to also install safety equipment which can make their machinery safe and secure from these threats.
Resources - The infrastructure of the company should be sound which helps in proper management of the function. The resources that is the funds should be allotted in the proper time implementation of the machinery could be done easily. In Continental Consulting Ltd the resources are in the form of information and machines so they should be timely allotted for effective project management.
Questionnaire Name: Class: Age: Q1. Are you familiar with the concept of cloud technology? A. Yes B. No Q2. Q3. Q4. What are the main problems Continental Consulting Ltd. can face after the implementation of cloud technology? A. Budgetary control B. Risk of uncertainty C. Loss of security data and information Q5. Do you think cloud computing will aid Continental Consulting Limited in enhancing its customer base? A. Yes B. No Q6. What are the best ways to face challenges that arise due to the implementation of cloud technology in business? A. Arrange proper funds B. Training and Development C. Recruit highly skilled and expert IT officer Q7. Are technologies upgraded after the implementation of cloud technology in business beneficial for Continental Consulting Limited? A. Yes B. No Q8. Does cloud technology give the opportunity to Continental Consulting Limited to win a competitive advantage in the marketplace? A. Yes B. No Q9. Give any suggestions related to determining the importance of Cloud Clouding within an enterprise? |