Evaluating Business Information Flashcards
What is Force Field Analysis?
Force Field Analysis is a technique used to decide whether or not to undertake a change.
Who developed the Force Field Analysis model?
The force field model was originally developed by Kurt Lewin in the 1950s.
What do drivers represent in Force Field Analysis?
Drivers are factors that force change to happen.
What do resistors represent in Force Field Analysis?
Resistors are factors that hinder change.
What is equilibrium in the context of Force Field Analysis?
Equilibrium is the point where the drivers and resistors are equal, preventing change.
What must management do first to use Force Field Analysis as a tool?
Identify a goal or vision: where does the business or department want to be.
What is a Gantt chart?
A Gantt chart is a popular type of bar chart that illustrates a project schedule.
What are some advantages of Gantt charts?
Gantt charts help in scheduling, visualizing task sequences, and monitoring project progress.
What is a disadvantage of Gantt charts?
Gantt charts can become unwieldy for projects with more than about 30 activities.
What is Critical Path Analysis (CPA)?
CPA is a project management tool that uses network analysis to handle complex and time-sensitive operations.
What does CPA calculate?
CPA calculates the longest path of planned activities and the earliest and latest start and finish times for each activity.
What is the critical path in project management?
The critical path is the sequence of project activities that add up to the longest overall duration.
What is one advantage of using CPA?
CPA helps reduce the risk and costs of complex projects.
What is a disadvantage of CPA?
The reliability of CPA is largely based on accurate estimates and assumptions made.
