Very Urgent - 1hr APA Format INF 410 Week 4 Assignment

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Assume you are the project manager for a software company and your team is in charge of delivering an update to tax preparation software for the next tax season. The project team has ten software developers working together, but located across the country. You have the following information about the project, and need to provide a status to the sponsors. New items you learned this month about the project: There is a three-day weekend in the coming month. Nine of the developers are on track to finish their tasks two weeks early. One software developer took the recently announced “early retirement” package, and is leaving in one week. He is confident he will be able to finish his piece of the work before he leaves. It is hurricane season in Florida, where three of the developers are located. The developer who is retiring is the only person who knows how to get approval for the final product from the IRS. The project costs are under budget and there has been no need for overtime. Write a one-page status report (excluding the title page) to the sponsors providing a clear indication of the status of the project. Include the two most important risks and mitigation strategies. The conclusion should include any requests for additional resources if necessary.

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The current status of the tax software update project indicates that it is progressing well overall, with most tasks on track for early completion. Based on recent developments, nine of the ten developers are on schedule to finish their assignments two weeks ahead of the planned timeline, which significantly benefits project delivery. The remaining developer, who plans to retire in one week, is confident he can complete his portion before leaving, mitigating immediate schedule impact. Financially, the project remains under budget with no overtime required, maintaining cost efficiency.

However, there are two critical risks that could impact the project's success. First, the imminent departure of the developer with specialized knowledge of IRS approval presents a knowledge gap that could delay final approval if not addressed. To mitigate this risk, knowledge transfer sessions should be scheduled immediately before his departure, involving other team members or documentation to preserve this expertise. Second, the hurricane season in Florida poses a risk to the three developers located there. Severe weather could hinder communication or work continuity. To reduce this risk, contingency plans such as remote access, flexible work hours, and backup communication channels should be reinforced.

Given these considerations, the project remains on a positive trajectory; however, proactive measures are needed to address the key risks. I request additional resources in the form of temporary technical support or documentation specialists to facilitate knowledge transfer and contingency planning. If the hurricane affects key team members, additional remote work equipment or backup personnel may be necessary to ensure project timelines are maintained. Regular updates and risk monitoring are recommended to adapt quickly to any emerging issues.

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