Project Management Analysis: SWL Roller Coaster Revamp and Challenges

This project analyzes the revamp of the Super Wonderland (SWL) roller coaster project. It details the project's challenges, including resource leveling issues that extended the completion date. The project utilizes a project priority matrix to define scope, time, and cost constraints. It explores cost estimation approaches, favoring a bottom-up method due to the project's specifics. The paper discusses the advantages of outsourcing to Tron AG, highlighting expertise and cost reduction. It also outlines best practices for managing the outsourced project, such as well-defined requirements, extensive training, and frequent reviews. The project incorporates Gantt charts and resource leveling to manage schedules and costs, including adjustments to address conflicts and meet deadlines. Furthermore, it details the incorporation of cost changes, the use of the Cost Performance Index (CPI), and other performance metrics to track project progress. The project concludes with a discussion of actions to prevent project issues and ensure successful project completion.