Root Causes of Project Failure and Recommendations-Casa XXI

Topic

Root Causes of Project Failure and Recommendations-Casa XXI

Task – This project involves two independent essays:

Essay 1: Read “Case.pdf” for the case study. Then write 3300 Words + 25 References on:

1. analyze the root causes of the project failure and write in-depth about one of those causes. You need to use academic and practitioners literature and adopt an analytical and critical view. (1650 Words)
2. what should be done on the particular situation of this case study? What is the recommendation you give to management to improve the situation? (1650 Words)

Essay 2: Write a short essay of 900 Words + 7 References on “Reflect on the dynamics and problematic nature of IT projects”. You need to use reading and literature to debate a point and provide your own view supported by evidence. You can make assumptions but you need to state them clearly and explicitly.

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The success of new projects or changes depends highly on the manner in which the various aspects of the projects are managed, including technical and organizational abilities. In the given case, Casa XXI had contracted an IT supplier, Meag, to deliver an innovative payment system, which would streamline payment and bolster efficiency. From the given case details, it is apparent that while Meag had put in some notable effort to design an innovative system, many things were overlooked which resulted in the subsequent failure of the system. Ultimately, both the supplier and client lost, in terms of time, money, and reputation.

Word Count: 3800