Project Schedule Dependencies and Constraints the First

¶ … Project Schedule Dependencies and Constraints

The first step of the project was feasibility analysis of the idea opening a dog day care. In this step the market research was completed and in parallel questionnaires was sent out to understand the expectations of customers. One of the biggest challenges of the project is the financial constraints. Market research and the questionnaires provided a tentative budget expectation; however, the bank loans and tax related concern slowed down the project. After having a solid idea about the budget the possible locations and size of the project could be determined. The prospective owner profiles and dog breeds are identified in regards to the location. Although it was planned to have door to door service it is feasible to serve for the customers who would deliver their dogs while they get chance to see facilities. Knowing the prospective customer profile it was easy to decide on the professional webpage tools. There was three main factors considered while the pilot webpage designed; usability, functionality and aesthetics. After the loan is granted, the dog day care facility would be rented. Before the opening of day care the key personnel would be recruited to buy equipment. This step can be overlapping with web development in the temporal domain. The broadcasting and advertisements would be started over free internet channels such as twitter, facebook and myspace. Meanwhile the insurance operations can be completed. Finally, the dog day care would be ready for grant opening. After the pilot opening, additional financial sources can be searched in the community and outside of the community.

a Market research b

Questionnaires

c Budget

and loan d

Location

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Customer profile f

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nternet design g