The success of any project lies in the planning!
A successful project not only needs thoughtful planning but also requires dedication from all parties involved. We will break down the product specification to create a project plan detailing the stages of the project, including timelines and milestones, also taking into consideration the customers own procedures for new projects and existing commitments.
The project plan will include elements to be completed by Sunpower and the customer, setting dates that elements should be submitted for approval by and approved by and highlight any dependencies that could be affected should a party not complete their element by the required date. This ensures that all parties fully understand the project and what stage it should be at, at any given time.
Once agreed we will assign a manager for the project to ensure it maintains direction and does not loose momentum through the process.
Elements we consider when constructing a project plan:
- Resources - Are there any specified components with long lead-time or no second source? Availability of equipment i.e. test chambers. Manpower
- Interfaces - this includes any type of transfer between our team, you the customer and suppliers; these will be defined and agreed at the outset of any project.
- Dependencies - Work of one member of the project may depend on that of another. We will highlight these at the outset so that all are aware if the impact their particular tasks may have on others.
- Timescales - It is a common occurrence to under estimate the times required to complete elements, especially when availability of resources is not considered. We have a precise understanding of the elements required of us, from CAD design through to sample testing, to ensure that realistic dates are applied. We will work closely with the customer to glean an understanding of their resources to ensure achievable scales are set here too.
Our policy of continual improvement ensures that we regularly monitor and review our performance so that valuable information is collated and future projects may be better planned. Feedback from our customers is an integral part of this process, our ability to react quickly to customer concerns and changes in the project is key to our success.
Last Amendment: 15/03/2007 11:05:13