Project Background
TechCorp, a mid-sized technology firm specializing in cloud solutions, is undertaking a project to upgrade its core infrastructure to improve system reliability and efficiency. The current system experiences frequent downtimes, impacting client satisfaction and retention. The CTO has mandated that the upgrade be completed within 6 months, with a budget of $500,000.
Team & Resources
| Role | Count | Key Person |
|---|
| Project Managers | 2 | You (overall PM) + Alex (technical PM) |
| Software Engineers | 5 | Lead: Jamie (infrastructure expert) |
| QA Engineers | 3 | Lead: Morgan (automation specialist) |
| DevOps Engineers | 2 | Lead: Taylor (cloud deployment) |
| Business Analysts | 2 | Focus on requirements gathering |
Key Stakeholders
- CTO: Requires a seamless upgrade with zero downtime. High expectations for efficiency gains.
- Customer Success Team: Concerned about potential disruptions to service during the upgrade.
- Finance Department: Must ensure the project remains within the $500,000 budget.
- Compliance Officer: Needs assurance that all upgrades meet regulatory standards.
Complications
- The lead engineer, Jamie, is scheduled for a two-week leave during the critical planning phase.
- The current infrastructure has undocumented legacy components, posing potential risks during the upgrade.
Your Task
- Develop a detailed execution plan with timelines and dependencies.
- Propose strategies to mitigate risks associated with Jamie's absence and legacy system documentation.
- Define success metrics for the upgrade and a monitoring plan post-implementation.
- Identify potential trade-offs between features and budget constraints.
