answer the following questions about IT Project Management. In addition to your course textbook (chapter 11), utilize the UC library for information and examples.     What is a project, and what are its main attributes? How is a project different from what most people do in their day-to-day jobs? Discuss the importance of top management commitment and the development of standards for successful project management. Provide examples to illustrate the importance of these items based on your experience on any type of project. Discuss the unique challenges that an IT project presents.     In your peer responses, be sure discuss your thoughts on project management, your views on project’s attributes, and your thoughts on successful project management. You can take opposing/differing views than your peers but be sure to provide applicable resources as needed. Properly provide examples in your peer responses as well and any additional challenges you see with IT projects. POST cool, can you reply to these 2 posts as its part of the question.. 1) Management of ProjectsA project refers to specific tasks that are completed to produce a unique outcome to achieve the set goals. It has different attributes that ensure that business is well run. A project:Involves working towards achieving goals. A project is done in a specific life cycle which leads to change of different organization, tasks, and resources among others from one level to another this enable them to produce a good and successful project.Based on specific goals and outcomes. Every project is planned to achieve specific objectives as address existing problems for better development.Involves unfamiliarity. This is because projects encounter different activities from each other to tackle the project. Thus, it ensures that the organization is involved with the new technology so as to finish their project.It follows a unique time frame with clear definitions of the project starting date as well as the ending date. This enables the organization to finish a project on a specific set time in order to stimulate and produce a quality project which will meet customer expectation.Projects are so different from what most people do and other jobs uses a different procedure and steps. A project is a series of planned actions with a clear scope, budget, time frame, stakeholders, beneficiaries, goals, and objectives while other jobs are just done mostly without planned activities and no clear time scope. Also, a project has a management team that is tasked to oversee different activities and use available resources to ensure success while most of the normal jobs are individually managed. Lastly, while a project aims to address problems, other jobs aim to achieve personal needs.  Top management commitment and development of standards for successful project management is important and beneficial to the project phase. It helps the project managers to have a consistent workflow and design guidelines that help them in the management of human resources. It also ensures the full-time availability of project resources and strategies for proper resource maximization for greater chances of success (Meredith et al., 2017).  There are a number of unique challenges that an IT project presents such as poor communication with the team, staying in touch with the remote stakeholders, lack of effective project management practices and rapid technological innovation that needs mid-project adjustments. Fast response to these challenges is key as they hinder the achievements of project goals and lowers sustainability.ReferenceMeredith, J. R., Mantel Jr, S. J., & Shafer, S. M. (2017). Project management: a managerial approach. John Wiley & Sons.2) Project and its Major AttributesA project is a series of activities that need to be carried out to achieve a specific outcome. Just like other many activities, projects have unique attributes that enable one to easily differentiate it from other activities such as business and farming among others. The major attributes of any project are that projects:Needs a management team to ensure it meets its goals and achieves the specific outcomes. It has a better objective which is always SMART and easily understood by all the stakeholders.Is timeliness as projects have a well-defined time frame. A good project defines both a starting and ending dates the projectHas a well-capitalized budget that covers all the required resources, tools, and finances for efficient implementation.It has steps that guide stakeholders in the project cycle that gives the project direction and value.The difference of Projects to Daily JobsThere are major differences between projects and non-project tasks. Project works involve activities that aim to achieve specific goals such as building structures, building capacities of participants and improving security among others. The project also opposed to other activities, it relies on volunteers and a wide range of stakeholders to achieve its objectives. On the other hand, non-project tasks such as daily people’s activities are an on-going process with no timeframe or the management team.  Importance of Top Management Commitment and Project standards Development for Successful ManagementThe success of project management relies on many important factors including the commitments of top-level management as well as the development of project standards. Top managers are useful in project management as they source resources to support the project, defines the project standards and support the project managers through encouraging and mentoring. Project standards are also important as they ensure all tasks meet the quality standards, all stakeholders conduct themselves in acceptable conduct and contribute to the achievement of project goals.Key Challenges Presented by an IT ProjectIn the process of planning, implementing and evaluating Information Technology, many project managers face a number of challenges that limit its sustainability. First, these managers lack instant feedback which is an article by Heagney (2016), threatens the success of project management as it limits fast response to risky events and hinders effective collaboration. Secondly, the managers face the issue of limited skills as most of them lack the essential experiences and expertise to manage projects. Lastly, the managers are exposed to a poor working environment that lacks the essential resources and tools to support productivity. Thus, effective project management fails.ReferenceHeagney, J. (2016). Fundamentals of project management. Amacon.

Part 1:texturing Pyramid OverviewIn this course, many assignments are paired with tutorials to help you to learn OpenGL and build the computer graphics skills that you will need to successfully complete your coding and design work.In this assignment, you will create commented code for applying texture to a 3D pyramid in modern OpenGL.If you encounter any challenges while completing this assignment, be sure to post your questions or issues to the General Questions discussion. It is essential to ask for help when you need it and successfully complete each activity, as the course will continue to build on earlier learning as your skills progress.PromptBefore you begin, be sure to review the module resources for this week’s topics. Then, if you have not done so already, navigate to the CS 330 folderin GitHub. From there, download the ZIP file containing all of the items within this folder, including assignment tutorials for Module Two through Module Six. There are two essential parts to these tutorials: the markdown (MD) files that walk you through how to work with different OpenGL capabilities, and the solution (SLN) file that contains all the code for each section of the tutorials. On your own machine, open the solution (SLN) file in Visual Studio and navigate to the Module Four tutorial sections in the Solution Explorer. While you may open the markdown (MD) file using an external text-based program, we recommend you instead follow along with the Module Five Tutorial in GitHub so it is easier to review the different sections, code, and supporting images. Going through all the sections in the tutorial and attempting the embedded exercises will help you practice the skills you will need to demonstrate in this assignment.Once you understand the content in the tutorial, you will begin this assignment by opening a new Visual Studio project that has all the libraries set up correctly (which you learned how to do in a previous module). The goal of this assignment is to write commented modern OpenGL code to apply texture to a 3D pyramid.All four sides of the pyramid, including the base, should have a brick texture applied. Reference the Sourcing Textures Tutorial, linked in this module’s resources section, for additional support in finding a texture to use. We recommend selecting a square image to avoid stretching and to more easily work with the coordinates. Think about how you might lay out your coordinates on a square texture for both a triangle (the sides of the pyramid) and a square (the base of the pyramid) before you begin. An example of a finalized pyramid with a brick texture applied is shown below.Specifically, you must address the following rubric criteria:Create code to address the required functionality. The work you complete in OpenGL must meet the required functionality and visual representation that are outlined for this particular topic. Achieving this result may require multiple attempts or the application of programming strategies, but that is okay! Working in iterations is an important part of any coding project. You may also wish to refer back to relevant sections of this week’s tutorial for further guidance or review.Apply logic and proper syntax to code. Source code should be free of logical or syntax errors that prevent the application from running as expected. You will be given credit for code that is well on its way to meeting specifications or solving the problem.Apply commenting and formatting standards to facilitate understanding of the code. All code should be well commented. This is a practiced art that requires clarity and concision. Your comments should explain the purpose of lines or sections of the code and may also include the method you used to achieve a specific task in the code. Be sure to document any sections of code that are producing errors or incorrect results. Also, all code should be organized to meet formatting standards.Guidelines for SubmissionSubmit a completed ZIP folder with all of your code, which may include one or multiple CPP files along with Visual Studio project files. Also make sure the ZIP folder includes an EXE file, because without this your code will not be able to run. Checking for the EXE can be used as a quick reference on the functionality of your code before you submit.Part 2:Texturing objects in a 3d scene OverviewThis week you will continue to work on the 3D scene you already began to build, based on a 2D image you previously selected. At this point you should already have one complex object, a plane to orient the 3D world, and camera navigation applied to the scene. Now it is time to incorporate texture to create more detail and realism so the objects in your scene will start to look more like their real-life counterparts.PromptYou will complete your work in Visual Studio, being sure to work from the project file you already began to create in prior milestones. This file has the libraries set up correctly and contains the 3D objects you built, which will be necessary for you to add to this week.Specifically, you must address the following rubric criteria:Apply texture to create a detailed appearance for a 3D object. Select the complex object in your scene (the one that uses two or more shapes to create a single object) and determine what image files you should use to render it in 3D. You may wish to approach this realistically or take some artistic license to create something more creative. Refer to the Sourcing Textures Tutorial, linked in this week’s Resources section, to ensure the textures you select are free and open source. As you work, manipulate your texture to ensure it is not too stretched or too small to match the object. Pay particular attention to the resolution of the image you choose to use so that it does not appear too pixelated for the object. However, you will also not want the image to be too large so that it will take a long time to render. Continue to check your work by running the code and viewing how the texture has been applied to the object.Apply a complex texturing technique to a 3D shape. Depending on what makes the most sense for your scene, either tile a texture or overlap two images on top of one another for one of the shapes in your complex object. The selected technique should be used to add detail to your scene in a particularly unique or interesting way.Create a cohesive object using different textures on individual 3D shapes. Because your 3D object is made of two or more 3D shapes arranged in relation to one another, you will need to orient the textures in relation to one another. Think about what different image files you may want to use in order to emphasize the different components of the object overall.Create code that follows a logical flow without syntax errors. The code you create has to be executable and all the code that is included needs to be reached by the execution. Note that not everything should be written in a single function and your work should be well-modularized.Apply coding best practices in your creations. Pay particular attention to the way you format and comment your code. Program code should be easy to read and follow industry standard code formatting practices, such as indentation and spacing. Commenting best practices should be in place to ensure the source code is briefly and clearly explained using descriptive comments.Guidelines for SubmissionSubmit a completed ZIP folder with all of your code, which may include one or multiple CPP files along with Visual Studio project files. Also make sure the ZIP folder includes an EXE file, because without this your code will not be able to run. Checking for the EXE can be used as a quick reference on the functionality of your code before you submit.

Introduction: The work breakdown structure (WBS) forms the basis for subsequent scheduling, estimating, and monitoring/controlling activities. It is critical, therefore, that the work breakdown structure clearly communicate the scope of work and the project manager’s intent with respect to how the project is to be structured. Some of you may have had the opportunity to develop a work breakdown structure in your professional careers; some may have had the opportunity to develop a work breakdown structure in the PMAN fundamentals class. In this review assignment, you will have an opportunity to brush up on your WBS knowledge and skills. Scenario: You have been recruited by your neighbor, the president of the local homeowner association, to lead an effort to modernize a park in the neighborhood. The homeowner association will pay for all supplies and equipment but all of the labor will come from residents in the neighborhood. You’ve walked the park with your neighbor to scope the project and the two of you have put together the following information: The wooden bandstand needs to be scraped and re-painted. Residents would like to have a portable audio visual system integrated into the bandstand to support a weekly movie night and other neighborhood social events. The president of the homeowners association has already asked a local AV expert and community resident to research and select an appropriate audio visual system. Based on the estimated equipment cost, the president has decided to delay purchase and installation of the audio visual system until a later date (i.e., it will not be part of this project). However, he wants to go ahead with any bandstand infrastructure modifications needed to support the selected system. A subsequent meeting with the AV expert reveals the following: (1) the bandstand already has electrical outlets; (2) pads for four speakers will have to be mounted to the bandstand; (3) the structure of the bandstand will have to be modified to enable mounting a removable movie screen and create a space for an audio visual control station; and (4) the base of the bandstand will have to be modified to include a secure storage area for audio/visual equipment when not in use. The playground area for younger children currently has a six-seat A-frame swing set. There is a broken weld joint at the top of one A-frame member that needs to be repaired and the entire structure needs to be cleaned and repainted. All six seats and chains sets need to be replaced. Residents would like to have a wooden play structure installed to replace a merry-go-round that had been removed a couple of years before. Residents would also like rubber mulch to be installed under and around the swing set and the play structure. The koi pond used to be an attraction for residents. Since the aeration system failed several months ago, the fish died and the pond has become overgrown with algae and other contaminants. Residents would like the pond to be restored to its former glory. You note the work scope will include draining, cleaning and refilling the pond; repairing the aeration system, and restocking the pond with fish. Six park benches need to be cleaned, scraped and repainted. One or two may need some repairs. The park currently has only two trash receptacles and both have seen better days. The residents would like four new trash receptacles and four new recycle receptacles located throughout the park. Trash and recycle receptacles should be paired together. There is a very small grassy area, used for picnics, at one end of the park with one dilapidated picnic table. Residents would like the grassy area expanded in size to accommodate three picnic tables with benches. One new trash receptacle and one new recycle receptacle are to be located in this area as well as three new or refurbished picnic tables. Some residents would like to be able to use the existing sports court for games like corn-hole toss. Unfortunately, the court was originally build for bocce ball and the few residents who play are very vocal and against any multi-purpose use of the court, typically citing potential damage to the turf. You and your neighbor decide the best solution would be to build a second identical court that could be used for other activities. Artificial turf will be installed in both courts to minimize damage to the playing surface. Assumptions: 1.The neighborhood park is owned and managed by the homeowner association. 2.No permits or outside approvals are necessary to do the work. 3.The homeowner association has sufficient funding available to pay for material and equipment. 4. A WBS Dictionary will not be created. The WBS will be the only planning document available to other team members. Assignment: Based on the information provided above: 1.Create and present a work breakdown structure incorporating proper WBS core characteristics (except as noted below). The WBS may be presented in either a graphical or tabular format. 2.Decompose products/outcomes sufficiently to insure all elements of the project scope are included and non-scope elements are excluded. 3.For this assignment, include at least two work packages for each lowest level product/outcome. Work package descriptors should clearly support identification of the work necessary to deliver the lowest-level product/outcome. Remember that a work package applies to only one organizational entity and typically addresses only one type of work. For example, digging a ditch and paving a section of road would be two separate work packages. Each of these work packages could be further decomposed into component activities. For example, digging a ditch could be further decomposed into component activities like: (1) marking underground utilities; (2) clearing trees and shrubs; (3) renting the ditch digging machinery; etc. Do not decompose work packages into their component activities 4.Include a hierarchical WBS numbering system; ensure all WBS elements are properly identified in accordance with this system. 5.The WBS must clearly communicate the work scope and your intent with respect to how the project is to be structured. Work packages must be clearly distinguishable from products/outcomes. To achieve this requirement, you may deviate from WBS core characteristics with respect to how work packages are described.