SWOT Analysis of Change Request to Add Mobile App to S-Com Project

Strengths

• S-Com is a rapidly growing IT consulting company with expertise in developing and deploying mobile apps.
• S-Com has a strong team of web developers and mobile app developers with experience in the music industry.
• S-Com has access to a network of musicians, producers, and global marketers through Kelly Watts.
• Havana Music is a well-established and respected music company with a loyal customer base.
• There is a strong demand for mobile apps that allow users to stream and purchase music.

Weaknesses

• S-Com has limited experience in developing mobile apps for the global market.
• S-Com will need to develop new interfaces to connect the mobile app to Havana Music’s fulfillment systems.
• Havana Music has not yet provided detailed requirements for the mobile app.
• Adding a mobile app to the project will increase the scope and complexity of the project.

Opportunities

• The mobile app could provide S-Com with an opportunity to expand its business into the global mobile app market.
• The success of the mobile app could help Havana Music to attract new customers and increase sales.
• The mobile app could help to improve the customer experience for Havana Music’s existing customers.
• The mobile app could provide S-Com with a platform to develop new innovative music products and services.

Threats

• The mobile app market is highly competitive, and S-Com will need to differentiate its app from the competition.
• Adding a mobile app to the project could delay the launch of the website.
• If the mobile app is not well-designed or implemented, it could damage Havana Music’s reputation.
• Changes in the mobile technology landscape could make the mobile app obsolete quickly.

Change Management Plan

The following change management plan will be used to manage the change request to add a mobile app to the S-Com project:

1. Assess the impact of the change. The project manager will work with the stakeholders to assess the impact of the change on the project’s cost, schedule, and scope.
2. Update the project plan. The project manager will update the project plan to reflect the change in scope. This will include updating the WBS, schedule, and budget.
3. Communicate the change to the stakeholders. The project manager will communicate the change to all stakeholders, including Havana Music, S-Com employees, and contractors.
4. Manage the change. The project manager will work with the stakeholders to manage the change and ensure that the project remains on track. This will include monitoring the project’s progress and making adjustments to the plan as needed.

Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for Mobile App Implementation

The following WBS reflects the mobile app implementation:

• Mobile App Development
  • Requirements gathering and analysis
  • Design
  • Development
  • Testing
  • Deployment
• Mobile App Backend Integration
  • Develop interfaces to connect the mobile app to Havana Music’s fulfillment systems
  • Test and deploy the backend integration

4 Main Level Tasks within the Project

The following are 4 main level tasks within the project:

1. Website Development
2. Mobile App Development
3. Mobile App Backend Integration
4. Project Management

Conclusion

The addition of a mobile app to the S-Com project is a significant change. However, by carefully assessing the impact of the change, updating the project plan, communicating the change to stakeholders, and managing the change effectively, the project team can minimize the risk of scope creep and ensure the success of the project.