I set out to build a gate and I thought it would be useful to turn it into an official project. Here is a recap -
Project Name: Replace Current Gate (RCG)
Project Sponsor: Daryl Balod, Spouse
Project Vision: Replace current 13 year old gate with new gate in order to satisfy 6 month backlog request from Project Sponsor.
Primary Objective: The new gate will provide a barrier between pool area and pool supply area.
Business Driver: Current gate is falling apart. It is a safety hazard and detracts from property value.
User Stories / Core Requirements:
1. The gate will be able to open and close.
2. The gate will provide a latching mechanism.
Constraints:
1. The gate will reuse existing hinges and latches.
2. The gate will be made of wood.
3. The gate will be 60 inches tall and 47 inches wide.
4. Budget: Do not exceed 50 dollars.
5. Schedule: Project will be completed in 1 day.
Architecture:
Picket object (13 instances)
Back brace object (5 instances)
Latch object
Hinge object (2 instances)
Initial Project Plan / Proof of Concept / Basic Model:
IDE used:
Project Results:
1. All requirements completed:
1 Change Request was submitted: Water seal the Gate.
Reason for Change Request: Was not included in orioginal request.
Impact: Material Cost increased by 8 dollars. Schedule was pushed 1 day.
Result: Change request was approved and implemented.