Nur 11.12 ET 601 Assignment Introduction With an increasing number of stray dogs running loose in the community, there is a need for arranging alternative, safe environments both for the dogs and for humans in this community. Paws for Concern was established as a non-profit organization and is backed by a wealthy patron who finances the placement of stray dogs into adoptive homes. This organization needs to create a website for the general public which will provide basic information about the organization, awareness and education, photos and lists of current dogs needing adoption, and which enables end user communication with the organization. However, no technology infrastructure exists. A brochure promoting the website also is needed, with a goal of 5,000 brochures. Mission Statement The mission of this project is to build, develop, and promote a website for the organization. Project Objectives   
Develop specifications for all necessary technology and purchase these components by February, 2014 Design and develop the website, meeting organization requirements for content by April, 2014 Design, develop, and print 5,000 copies of a brochure promoting the website by May, 2014
Deliverables A website along with all necessary technological infrastructure such as hardware and software, networking, dedicated domain name, and hosting service will be delivered to the organization. This website will include basic information about the organization, information relating to dogs available for adoption and tips on dog care, and techniques to enable communication between end-users and the organization. In addition, a brochure that promotes this organization and its website will be designed and 5,000 copies printed and delivered to the organization. This brochure will include a summary about the organization and its purpose, information about accessing and using the website, and ways to contact the organization.
Risk Mitigation Plan Risk The source of technological equipment unable to deliver within projected timeframe Camera for taking pictures of dogs malfunctions Daily workers at the office of the organization unfamiliar with operations of computers
Probability Medium
Because the office is located in an older building, there are not enough electrical outlets Printer for brochure unable to meet deadline due to machinery breakdown
Medium
Some dogs are difficult to photograph because of high energy or other factors
High
Due to high employee turnover, new workers continue to need training
High
Organization’s logo reflects amateur skill and doesn’t really reflect mission Problems with purchased software that doesn’t work properly delays time frame for completion while softwork is troubleshooted and corrected by retailer Continued problems with hosting service leads to selection of alternative hosting service
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Action Have several sources available for obtaining technological equipment Have a backup camera available Arrange a training session for workers to learn computer skills to manage their website Hire an electrician to install additional outlets for desks of workers Have a back-up printer that can complete the printing of brochure Arrange for a dog handler to be present for photo sessions to assist the photographer Develop an online training component that an individual worker can access any time Be prepared to help organization develop a professional looking logo Adjust the time frame for completion of the project
Have several possibilities of hosting services to choose from