Document Your Approach For Collecting Requirements

Document your approach for collecting requirements for the project

Develop a requirements traceability matrix that includes at least five technical requirements and five non-technical requirements for the Global Treps project. Additionally, create a list of at least five questions you would like to ask the project sponsor to clarify project scope, expectations, or constraints.

Furthermore, develop a first version of a project scope statement for the Global Treps project. Use the provided template and examples as guides to describe in detail the product characteristics and requirements, as well as all deliverables such as the website, four shark tank-like events, business plan, and outsourced items (laptops, donation mechanisms, videos, etc.). Be as specific as possible.

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Effective requirements collection forms the backbone of successful project management, particularly in complex initiatives such as the Global Treps project. This project aims to develop a comprehensive mobile application and website facilitating entrepreneurial activities and stakeholder engagement across multiple countries. To ensure the success of such a multifaceted venture, a meticulous approach to requirements gathering and scope definition is essential.

Requirements Traceability Matrix

The requirements traceability matrix is a tool that helps in linking requirements from their origin through development to deployment, ensuring that all needs are addressed, and nothing is overlooked. For the Global Treps project, the matrix includes five technical and five non-technical requirements.

Technical Requirements

  1. Development of a responsive, user-friendly website accessible globally with multilingual support.
  2. Integration of a secure online donation platform capable of handling multiple currencies and payment methods.
  3. Implementation of a Content Management System (CMS) for organizations to create and manage their custom websites.
  4. Development of a scheduling system to organize and coordinate four shark tank-like events across different countries.
  5. Testing and deployment of a mobile application compatible with both iOS and Android devices.

Non-Technical Requirements

  1. Clear documentation of user guidelines and tutorials for site and app usage.
  2. Establishment of stakeholder feedback mechanisms to incorporate user inputs into iterative improvements.
  3. Secure user data and ensure compliance with international data protection regulations such as GDPR.
  4. Effective project communication channels among geographically dispersed team members and stakeholders.
  5. Adherence to project timeline constraints, aiming to complete the project within six months.

Questions for the Project Sponsor

  1. What are the primary success metrics for this project from your perspective?
  2. Are there specific countries or regions prioritized for the initial deployment of the platform?
  3. What constraints exist regarding project budget and resource allocation?
  4. Are there preferred technology platforms or third-party services that should be integrated or avoided?
  5. How flexible are the project timelines if unforeseen delays occur, especially concerning the execution of events?

Project Scope Statement for Global Treps

The scope of the Global Treps project encompasses the development and deployment of a comprehensive digital platform to support entrepreneurial activities globally. The primary product will include a website and mobile application that facilitate event organization, idea sharing, and stakeholder engagement. The platform must support the registration and management of four shark tank-like events across different countries, each with dedicated functionalities such as accepting proposals, managing participant data, and displaying event results.

Additionally, the project involves creating a content management system to allow organizations to develop their own custom websites, integrating secure donation mechanisms, and producing instructional videos to educate users. The project will also deliver a detailed business plan outlining post-project commercialization and scalability strategies. Outsourced components include purchasing laptops and internet access for remote team members, developing short videos, and enabling donation acceptance features through third-party services.

Specific deliverables include:

  • A fully functional, multilingual website and mobile app supporting user sign-up, event coordination, and stakeholder interactions.
  • Four organized shark tank-style events at designated locations, with related promotional materials and logistics planning.
  • A user manual, tutorials, and technical documentation to facilitate ongoing operations and future development.
  • A comprehensive business plan projecting long-term profitability and growth strategies.
  • Procurement of laptops, software licenses, and internet services for remote team members involved in development and event coordination.

The project scope explicitly excludes the development of an online event platform for virtual hosting and limits the initial system to support up to twenty organizational websites. The timeline set for project completion is six months, with a budget not exceeding $120,000, aligning with the strategic objective of launching a robust platform capable of scaling in subsequent phases.

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