Strategic Project Management for Lewsey Nursery During the Pandemic Crisis

This report analyzes the directions of transformation occurring among all the companies, with a case study based on Lewsey Nursery. It interprets the study of workplace transformation as well as the effect of the crisis on the transformation techniques in the organisation. It also provides different effective strategies so as to mitigate the negative effect of the crisis on Lewsey Nursery in an effective manner.

Unit 6 Managing a
Successful Business
Project

Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................................................3
TASK 1............................................................................................................................................3
P1. Project aims as well as objectives.........................................................................................3
P2 Project management plan.......................................................................................................5
P3 Work break down structure and Gantt chart...........................................................................5
Task 2...............................................................................................................................................7
P4 Make small-scale research about primary and secondary processes......................................7
P6 Suggestions.............................................................................................................................8
TASK 4............................................................................................................................................8
P7 Reflection...............................................................................................................................8
CONCLUSION................................................................................................................................9
REFERENCES..............................................................................................................................10
Appendices 1..................................................................................................................................11
Project Log book........................................................................................................................11
Performance Review..................................................................................................................13

INTRODUCTION
The workplace transformation is defined as the recent and advance techniques that gives a
flexible way for the workers so as to do the given work effectively. It provides the creativity as
well as innovation in the organisation. Since the functioning has some fluctuations because of the
global pandemic. In the crisis of pandemic there is an increased utilization of technology
(Berman, Cano-Kollman and Mudambi, 2022). The current study shows that Lewsey Nursery
which is a reputative institute in educational sector based in Radnor Road, Luton, England. There
is an analysis on the way transformation is done among the companies because of the effect of
global pandemic. However, there are some different effective strategies for overcoming form the
effects of Covid-19.
TASK 1
P1. Project aims as well as objectives
Project Aim – “To analyse the directions of transformation occurring among all the companies.”
A case study based on Lewsey Nursery.
Research Objectives –
 To interpret the study of workplace transformation as well as the effect of the crisis on
the transformation techniques in the organisation.
 To analyse the issues and problems faced by Lewsey Nursery in the transformation in the
organisation (Church and Naugler, 2022).
 To make different effective strategies so as to mitigate the negative effect of the crisis on
Lewsey Nursery in an effective manner.
Rational for study –
The current study of understanding the effect of Covid-19 in the organisational transformation
explained by the researcher is about analysing the way an organisation’s work environment is to
be transformed for handling the effect of the pandemic crisis. However, the researcher has also
developed efficient strategies to handle the effect of pandemic crisis. In the relative context, this
study is showcased in the form of knowledge and skills like communication, data analysis,
presentation and some more. In this report the researcher has a knowledge to simply develop and
make strong the career for the future time (Dalcher, 2022).
Literature Review –

The study of organisational transformation and the effect of crisis on the transformational
work at the workplace.
As per the author, Dery, Sebastian and Van der Meulen, 2017, the organisation’s
transformation is about using update and advance strategies which will make whole task methods
in a simpler way. The organisational transformation is mainly about the rise in flexibility in the
company where the workers can simply work in their roles in a right way. Additionally, the
Covid-19 has boosted the number of remotely working people. Then most of the workers are
resulting to be interested in their jobs to work from their convenient environment. Since the
global crisis had led to the impact on transformational work in the company (Fang and Yuan,
2022).
Issues and problems faced by Lewsey Nursery in the work of transformation in the
organisation
As per the author George and Bajbair 2021, the study of transformation in the known
working area is not that simple. The organisations have to face some problems in providing the
transformation internally in the workplace. The prevention from workers is another issue faced
by Lewsey Nursery in the period of transformation. Another issue for the productivity of the
workers is impacted because of the transformational work as the employees are not used to for
the activities to be performed at workplace. Therefore, the challenges have simply impacted the
growth and achievement of the organisation (Haller, 2022).
Effective strategies so as to mitigate the negative effect of the crisis at Lewsey Nursery in an
effective manner
As per the author named, Annapurna and Murty, 2019, it is to be evaluated that the
organisational transformation has led to many challenges for the organisation. So, taking in
concern some measures there is a possibility in fall of effectiveness of Covid-19 in the
organisational workplace. So, the training is much necessary strategy which has to be acquired
by the organisation to rise in the potential of the workers. Additionally, they can acquire the
economical and non-monetary inspirational strategies to motivate the workforce in their tasks for
the transformation of environment. So, they acquire such strategies for which Lewsey Nursery is
able to handle the crisis of pandemic in an effective manner (Kiran, 2022).

P2 Project management plan
It is to be explained that the formal document which contains of the necessary tasks and
information needed so as to research about it. The project management plan includes some
different factors that are explained below in the relevance to the current study –
 Scope – It is evaluated about the current study which has a broad scope in the
organisational environment’s transformation so as to make the organisation do their tasks
and maintain the fluctuations of the business environment. Other than this the
organisation has to make achievement and success to gain the competitive benefit in the
market (Narkar and Naik, 2022).
 Cost – It is the necessary factor that advantages the researcher to do their work in a
timely manner. Other than this the investigator has to set a budget rate before they do
study work (Shibata, Bab and Suzuki, 2022).
 Time – It is known as an essential factor which advantages in the accomplishment of the
research work in a set time. In the current study there is a Gantt chart formed that states
the tasks against time and makes sure of the accomplishment of the research on time.
 Quality – In the relevance to the current study, the data is arranged from the valid and
dependable sources that states a high-quality data, other than this the data has to be
arranged directly through the source which directs to the positive consequences.
 Risk – This factor is related to the current study about the least time, lack of resources
and ineffective time management. So as to form enhance and evaluate the risks before
making the research to enhance a backup plan and handle the risks in effectively.
 Communication – There are some simple needs so as to accomplish the study according
to the guidelines. It is important to convey the purpose, motive and objectives for the
research in stakeholders. Hence this is the duty of the investigator to convey the project
tasks to the stakeholders effectively (Licorish and et. al., 2022).
 Resources – It is evaluated that it is necessary for the researcher to make sure about the
presence of the resource in an effective manner. The resources can be like stationary,
laptop, finance, skilled worker and so on. This can advantage in the accomplishment of
the tasks in a timely manner.
P3 Work break down structure and Gantt chart
Gantt chart –

It is explained by all the project work in relative to the time period set. It is demonstrated
that Gantt chart consists of the start time as well as end time of every task that will help in the
accomplishment of study in the particular time set (Udayakumar, 2022). The Gantt chart for the
current report is given below –
Work Breakdown structure –
It is explained as the project management tool which advantages in providing the full task
into a part of activity that will benefit in performing research study in a proper as well as
systemic manner (Ruggiero and et. al., 2022). The work breakdown structure of the current study
is stated below in diagram –

Task 2
P4 Make small-scale research about primary and secondary processes
 Quantitative process – The data and information are analysed in this by making the use
of numerical tools as well as techniques. This has to be in purpose, mathematical and
statistical tools are used by the researcher in forming inference for the upcoming period.
 Qualitative process – Not like quantitative process, this process is about analysing the
non-numerical data. This process is used in the form of arranging the whole information
on a specific term for having the pre examined results (Singh, 2022).
 Primary data collection – The primary data is raw which is to be arranged by the
researcher initially. The data is much reliable which leads the researcher to make some
sensible decisions to make the pre examined research aims. For the current study, the data
must be obtained from the workers of Lewsey Nursery. In this relevance the data has to
be extracted from 30 persons which will lead the researcher for the upcoming work.
 Secondary data collection – For this collection the data is to be obtained from existing
present sources like publications, books, journals and websites. In the current study, the
secondary data is more about to make sensible inferences for the advantage of the future.

P5 Data analysis and interpretation
Frequency distribution table
Q.1. Do you have the knowledge regarding the concept of workplace
transformation within an organisation?
Frequency
a) Yes 30
b) No 10
Q.2. According to your perception is it beneficial for the organisation to
develop aspects of workplace transformation?
Frequency
a) Yes 35
b) No 5
Q.3. What are the various dimensions of workplace transformation? Frequency
a) Engagement of diverse employees 10
b) Digital technologies 10
c) Providing flexible solution to employees 10
d) Managing employee relationship 10
Q.4. What is the role of dimensions of workplace transformation within
business?
Frequency
a) Enhanced employee growth 12
b) Decreased employee turnover 8
c) Intensified overall productivity 12
d) Rendering degree of openness 8
Q.5. What are the major key drives affecting digital workplace flexibility and
transformation within LEWSEY NURSERY?
Frequency
a) Workplace diversification 6
b) Adoption of trending technologies 8

c) Using of centralised digital technology 9
d) Taking appropriate feedbacks from employees 9
e) Providing training to staffs 8
Q.6. What are the benefits of these key drivers within workplace of LEWSEY
NURSERY in respect of business objectives?
Frequency
a) Employee retention 9
b) Employee engagement 12
c) Job satisfaction 13
d) Attaining organisational objectives 6
Data interpretation
Q.1. Do you have the knowledge regarding the concept of workplace
ecosystem within an organisation?
Frequency
a) Yes 30
b) No 10
30
10
a) Yes
b) No

Interpretation: Workplace ecosystem is defined as an arrangement within an establishment that
good idea to work in understanding their roles in an appropriate manner so that the organization's
goals and objectives can be met quickly. As per the results of the above study, 30 of the 40
respondents stated that they are well-versed in the concept of workplace ecosystem functions.
Aside from that, ten people have stated that they are unaware of the theory of workplace
ecological systems.
Q.2. According to your perception is it beneficial for the organisation to
develop aspects of workplace ecosystems?
Frequency
a) Yes 35
b) No 5
35
5
a) Yes
b) No
Interpretation:. Based on the foregoing data, it can be contended that emerging workplace
ecosystems is required for organisations and will provide a variety of benefits to the company.
The development of aspects related to workplace ecosystems is beneficial for the organisation,
according to 35 of the 40 respondents in this research. The business, on the other hand, does not

require those same concepts, according to 5. In this way, it can be seen that developing types of
workplace ecosystems is required for enterprises.
Q.3. What are the various dimensions of workplace ecosystem? Frequency
a) Engagement of diverse employees 10
b) Digital technologies 10
c) Providing flexible solution to employees 10
d) Managing employee relationship 10
10
10 10
10
a) Engagement of diverse
employees
b) Digital technologies
c) Providing flexible solution to
employees
d) Managing employee
relationship
Interpretation: Based on the data given above, it can be noted that workplace ecosystems have
multiple aspects that are beneficial to business. In this way, out of 40 respondents, ten said that
diverse employee engagement is the most significant aspect of workplace ecosystems. Aside
from that, ten have stated that digital technology solutions are the most important aspect of
working place ecosystem functions within an establishment. Aside from that, ten have stated that
clear the way working solutions to employees is the most important aspect of an organization's

worksite ecosystem. Last but not least, managing staff morale is a major workplace component,
according to ten.
Q.4. What is the role of dimensions of workplace ecosystem within business? Frequency
a) Enhanced employee growth 12
b) Decreased employee turnover 8
c) Intensified overall productivity 12
d) Rendering degree of openness 8
12
8
12
8
a) Enhanced employee growth
b) Decreased employee
turnover
c) Intensified overall
productivity
d) Rendering degree of
openness
Interpretation: Based on the information provided above, it can be noted that the business
plays an important role. Out of 40 people polled, 12 said that workplace sizes play a significant
role in employee training. 8 people, on the other hand, believe that these workplace aspects play
the most important role in the industry because they reduce employee turnover. Aside from that,
12 have stated that the role of these dimensions is linked to increasing overall production
efficiency. Finally, 8 have noted that the biggest function of such sizes in the corporate is to
provide a high degree of transparency.

Q.5. What are the major key drives affecting digital workplace flexibility and
transformation within LEWSEY NURSERY?
Frequency
a) Workplace diversification 6
b) Adoption of trending technologies 8
c) Using of centralised digital technology 9
d) Taking appropriate feedbacks from employees 9
e) Providing training to staffs 8
6
8
9
9
8
a) Workplace diversification
b) Adoption of trending
technologies
c) Using of centralised digital
technology
d) Taking appropriate
feedbacks from employees
e) Providing training to staffs
Interpretation: According to the pie chart above, there are a number of factors that influence
digital workplace diversity and evolution at LEWSEY NURSERY. As a result, out of 40
respondents, 6 said that workplace diversification is the most important factor affecting the
workforce. Whereas, according to 8, the adoption of cutting-edge technologies is the most
important factor influencing digital workplace. On the other hand, 9 respondents believe that
centralised information transformation is the most important factor influencing digital workplace

flexibility. Aside from that, 9 have stated that taking appropriate employee feedback is the
primary driver of digital telecommuting. Last but not least, 8 have stated that providing training
courses will be a major driving force of workplace diversity.
Q.6. What are the benefits of these key drivers within workplace of LEWSEY
NURSERY in respect of business objectives?
Frequency
a) Employee retention 9
b) Employee engagement 12
c) Job satisfaction 13
d) Attaining organisational objectives 6
9
12
13
6
a) Employee retention
b) Employee engagement
c) Job satisfaction
d) Attaining organisational
objectives
Interpretation: According to the graph above, 9 out of 40 respondents found that performance
retention is one of the most important benefits of driving forces. Employee retention, but in the
other hand, is cited by 12 as a huge benefit of a key driver that aids the organization's working of
the company. Aside from that, 13 have stated that job satisfaction is an essential benefit that can
be obtained by businesses using flexible digital workplace drivers. Last but not least, 6 have

stated that the greatest benefit of such drivers for LEWSEY NURSERY would have been the
achievement of corporate goals.
P6 Suggestions
Post analysation of the given information, it is to be known that Lewsey Nursery is
encountering many complexities in their transformational work because of the pandemic. Since
there are many needs to acquire the important strategies so as to do some future enhancements.
In this way the highly prioritized suggestions are explained below –
 It is recommended to Lewsey Nursery to need to the important training program with a
motive to enhance the knowledge of their workers. By these training sessions the workers
are capable to adjust with the updated and advance technology for the advantage of future
(Ying and et. al., 2022).
 The organisation needs to acquire the important economic and non-monetary strategies so
as to motivate the workers for the allotted tasks in more effectiveness. That will not just
enhance the morale of the employees at workplace but this will also consider them as an
important part of the organisation (Takacsova and Masalitin, 2022).
TASK 4
P7 Reflection
The pre project is about the organisational transformation which is happening among the
organisation’s present time. This project task is utilized in analysing the effect of Covid-19 on
the transformation work. In the project, I have understood about the various ways of
organisational transformation. Other than this I come to know about the ways Covid-19 is
impacting the organisation. Accordingly, I will be able to make my communicational skills to be
enhanced in the research project. By examining this research work I have an opportunity to
communicate with many people. Consequently, the fear inside me for speaking in public was
decreases and now I am able to convey my thoughts to all the people. My time management
skills were enhanced by the work of existing project (Misra and Kumar, 2022). Then I use to
make some schedules in the whole project to accomplish it on the time which will enhance my
time management skills so then I will be capable of submitting my all assignments on time.

CONCLUSION
Furthermore, from the report, it is to be analysed that the necessary work is done by the
organisation to give a flexible work surrounding to the workers. It is proved that the workers
have seen many challenges in recent Covid-19 crisis. The transformation had come with different
challenges. This explanation on the different challenges. There is an explanation on many
strategies which can be used to manage the problems at workplace for transformation.

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Appendices 1
Project Log book
Project Logbook for the opted company:
Name of the learner: Name of the Supervisor:
Project Title: “To analyse the transformation is
happening among different organisations”. A case
study on Lewsey Nursery.
Date:
Update of weekly research/ tasks achieved (Account
for a minimum of six weeks with dates)
 What have you completed?
 Did you achieve the activity needs?
 Are you on the path and achieving with the
set time?
 Did need any changes in the project
management plan?
Comments
I have done a project on the title “To analyse the
transformation is happening among different
organisations”. A case study on Lewsey Nursery.
Yes, all the need are achieved by myself in a right
way.
Yes
No
Any risks and / or problems known? Did you know risks/problems with a lack of
skills needed for making the research
activities?
I have make many challenges on the basis of
communication, lack of resources and many more.

 Did you identify any other risks/problem
which have an affect on the project
management plan?
No
Problems faced What restrictions did you encounterd?
 How did you balance them?
The big problems challenging to the project task
was about the less reaction of participants which
will make constraint in the research study.
It is necessary for mentioning the problems to
undertake the important strategies and making the
effective tools as well as equipment for
achievement of accomplishing the project.
New thpughts and fluctuations of project ways This needs to the addition of one week to
accomplish the research project
What have I understood about myself in this week? How do I sense when there is a need to
handle any task or problem?
 Do I make it usable for accomplishment of
activities?
 How efficiently I have worked? What do I
result for?
So, when handling the problems in the project
work, I confront stress and frustration.
Yes
My work result was as expected in the project
work.
There are some measures for enhancing the team

 What can I enhance my next week work?
 How might it be applicable for the next week?
work and communication skills in future.
The understanding of the project task will be
simply done by making sure for the success of
project in future.
Activities organised for next week Which activities are main?
 Have you set required time for the
accomplishment?
In the present project, collection of dependable
and authentic data is really necessary priority.
Yes
Project plan status to date (on, ahead, behind)
Supervisor comments to address
Signature of the Supervisor and date:
Performance Review
What was the purpose of the project to be completed on?
It is entitled in the project that will advantage the explanation of the effect of organisational
transformation. This will let the researcher to get the directions of the firm to transform the handling
of the effect of Covid-19.
Does your task succeed in accomplishing their motive? How are you confirmed? Additionally,
please mark any analysis and assessment to be made.
The project is completed on the basis of existing aims and objectives in a successful manner. To
evaluate this the results of it were helpful in evaluating the researcher to make the future

enhancements in research study.
What terms were defining the well working of the development process and why? Analyse all
the terms of the project (e.g. initial research, concept development, development
process, presentation, etc.) from different varieties.
In the accomplishment of the project, I have done many steps for staring research, process
development, presentation and else more. In the working I am able to get the predefined the research
aim efficiently.
What issue came in the project execution and how they were faced? Were they timely noted
and resolved in the project execution?
The high problems faced in the project tasks were about the lack of reaction of participants which
were being constraint in research study.
What understood by making this project?
In the times of execution of project, I have to understand the various ways an organisation
transforms. I have to evaluate about the Covid-19’s effect to the business.
What are the strengths and weaknesses for the method to be known?
In the successful completion of the project, authentic and dependable information was made first
which is the big strength of the project. They were lacking funds as well as resources of the project
which will impact t he future of the project then.
How you can enhance the method for the upcoming period?
The whole process is enhanced by growing the knowledge for the organisation’s transformation and
the effect of Covid-19 on the transformation of organisation.