A new CFO at Hanson Technologies is tasked with the responsibility of analyzing costs in an effort to reduce them in preparation for expansion into the global markets. Much of the cost cutting so far has been from finding lower cost suppliers for much of the materials, reducing machine maintenance schedules, and hiring contract labor to reduce benefits to longer term employees. The CFO has now been looking for additional cost cutting strategies and has identified warranty expense as one of the costs that needs to be cut. He is considering two proposals to do so. The first is to cut out warranties on their product altogether to reduce the warranty expense to zero. The other is to cut the estimated warranty liability percentage down to 25% of its current value. Discuss whether either of these options will work for this purpose. What are your thoughts on which, if either, option should be enacted? What would you do if you were the CFO in this case?

Case study link

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Project management involves the identification and mobilization of resources in order to achieve goals. The following case study is an excellent example of this process and demonstrates the power of a successful project management process. This case involves an engineering firm charged with the challenge of maintaining the infrastructure of a series of new highways. This might sound simple but the reality was the complex maintenance plans for the new roadways were not organized, budgeted for and were all written on paper.
Please read:
Improving project success: A case study using benefits and project management
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Discussion Instructions
Initial Post: After reading the case study, please answer the following questions: (Initial Post due Wednesday of Module 6 by 11:59 pm ET.)
When you consider the best practices of project management which did you see come to life through this case study?
Based on the case study, make a recommendation on the different types of tools and techniques that could have been used.
As you reflect on the challenges within the case study, which can you relate to within your own management/leadership practice? Please describe the challenge and how you see it relating.

Case study link

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Project management involves the identification and mobilization of resources in order to achieve goals. The following case study is an excellent example of this process and demonstrates the power of a successful project management process. This case involves an engineering firm charged with the challenge of maintaining the infrastructure of a series of new highways. This might sound simple but the reality was the complex maintenance plans for the new roadways were not organized, budgeted for and were all written on paper.
Please read:
Improving project success: A case study using benefits and project management
(Links to an external site.)
Discussion Instructions
Initial Post: After reading the case study, please answer the following questions: (Initial Post due Wednesday of Module 6 by 11:59 pm ET.)
When you consider the best practices of project management which did you see come to life through this case study?
Based on the case study, make a recommendation on the different types of tools and techniques that could have been used.
As you reflect on the challenges within the case study, which can you relate to within your own management/leadership practice? Please describe the challenge and how you see it relating.

you will create a professional contract containing definite and certain elements. Your contract will be written for your family-owned small business. The agreement will be for employees to sign who wish to further their education, where the company may provide tuition assistance while working for your company. Be creative, yet professional. The following components must be present in your contract. For each element, you must demonstrate your ability to write clearly, concisely, and with advanced communication skills.

Distinguish the type of contract (e.g., bilateral, unilateral) and include the four (4) elements of contract formation.

Develop the factors of time, tasks, goals, potential clauses, assignments, and restrictions into the contract.

Use and define legal concepts by incorporating the legal terminology from your textbook where appropriate and relevant.

Identify any ethical issues that exist in this alleged contract and result.

Use academic or legitimate news sources, such as The New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, the Washington Post, CNN, MSNBC, etc.

Your paper should be 3-4 pages in length, not including the title or references pages. Include at least 3 credible sources to support your findings.

In part 4 of your Course Capstone Project, you are developing your introduction and conclusion of your final project. Your introduction should set the stage and include a thesis of your paper. Your conclusion should be a clear summary, analysis and include your final thoughts. Keep in mind you want to start and end strong!
Assignment Instructions
Develop your introduction and conclusion based on the information that you have researched and developed throughout your project.
Consult the library resources and source material within Module 6 to be sure you are including all elements of a strong introduction and conclusion.
The assignment should be formatted following APA guidelines.