This report delves into the operational and project management practices of Hotpoint, a home appliance company, with a focus on its expansion into the television market. It begins by examining the implementation of operations management principles, including reality and accountability, and then explores the application of Six Sigma and lean principles within the organization. The report critiques these methodologies, assessing their effectiveness and impact on product quality and cost. Task 2 focuses on developing a continuous improvement plan, leveraging the insights from the operational review, and suggesting the use of the Kaizen theory to address quality and delivery issues. The report then progresses to analyze the stages of the Project Life Cycle (PLC), including business cases and work breakdown structures, along with the rationales for project methodologies, leadership, and tools. Finally, it evaluates the effectiveness of the PLC in project application and differentiates between large and small-scale projects, concluding with a comprehensive analysis of Hotpoint's management strategies.