Milestone State Testing
The Milestones Testing project successfully met all deliverables on time and within budget.
Deliverables
- 200 Managed Chromebooks:
Acquired and configured to meet the educational needs of the students.
- Onsite Setup and Enrollment:
Completed within three days, including device configuration, enrollment, and compliance checks.
- Training and Support:
Provided to the school's staff for ongoing management and troubleshooting.
Challenges
- Software Deployment Issues:
Although the software was successfully tested prior to the site visit, it failed to deploy onsite, necessitating manual enrollment of several Chromebooks.
- Time Constraints:
The project required completion within a tight three-day window.
- Budget Limitations:
Ensuring high-quality devices and extended warranties while staying within the limited budget.
Results
The project was completed ahead of schedule and within the allocated budget. The successful deployment and setup of the Chromebooks resulted in high satisfaction from the stakeholders. This success led to an additional networking project for the school, highlighting the effectiveness and reliability of the project management approach.
- Thorough Pre-Deployment Testing:
Emphasized the importance of extensive testing in environments similar to the deployment site to avoid unforeseen issues.
- Flexible Risk Management:
Demonstrated the value of having a robust risk management plan, including budget cushions and extended timelines.
- Team Collaboration:
Highlighted the importance of having multiple team members onsite to quickly address challenges.
- Stakeholder Communication:
Reinforced the need for clear and continuous communication with stakeholders to manage expectations and ensure satisfaction.