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CC6059ES Project Analysis & Practice

Coursework Assignment, 2023/24

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 CC6059ES – Project Analysis & Practice COURSEWORK

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 8th January 2024

Introduction
Adoption of Agile techniques has become a focal point for organizations aiming to improve their
project delivery processes in the continually shifting landscape of project management. The
CC6059 coursework assignment is intended to look into two essential aspects of modern project
management procedures. Section 1 will examine a project management case study, with a focus
on Agile project management. This section will look at both best practices and potential issues in
implementing Agile techniques.

Agile has arisen as a dynamic strategy that emphasizes adaptability, cooperation, and customer-
centricity as organizations cope with the challenges of modern project management. While Agile
has numerous advantages, it is critical to identify its best practices as well as the challenges that
can stymie its successful adoption.

Section 2 switches our attention to the critical topic of "privacy by design." As technological
breakthroughs generate unprecedented levels of data gathering and processing, privacy issues have
taken center stage. The evaluation will look into how businesses may implement privacy by design
ideas into their projects. We will look at the concerns and challenges that arise when privacy
considerations are integrated from the start, using insights from an in-depth case study
examination.

We will negotiate the shifting terrain of project management during this assessment, taking into
account both Agile approaches and the essential feature of privacy by design. By the end of this
course, you will have a thorough awareness of Agile project management best practices and
potential hazards, as well as an appreciation for the intricacies involved in incorporating privacy
issues into current project management endeavors.

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Consider ONE of the following scenarios to answer the assessment.

• Agile Adoption in the Pharmaceutical Industry (See Annexure 1)

This case study delves into the adoption of Agile Project Management methodologies, particularly
the Scrum framework, in the pharmaceutical industry. This should explore the benefits and
challenges of applying Agile practices, primarily in systems development, to gain a better
understanding of how Agile methodologies contribute to business value and competitive
advantage.

• Britain’s Smart Meter Programme (See Annexure 2)

This case study examines the British smart metering programme, which was initiated to encourage
the installation of "smart" power meters that collect extensive data on power usage. You must
explore the importance of privacy in the context of smart meters and assess the effectiveness of
privacy by design principles in the program.

• Agile Adoption in Construction (See Annexure 3)

The construction industry is often characterized by traditional practices, manual processes, and
limited technological adoption. The case study must introduce the need for Agile transformation
in construction to improve efficiency, safety, and productivity.

Specification of deliverables

The report must be 3000 words and structured with the following headings only:
Introduction (5 Marks)

Write a short introduction no more than 100 words. Your introduction should cover:
• You should explain what you are going to write about in your report, so this should be
a very short summary of all the sections in your report.

Section 1: Agile Project Management Case Study Analysis

This section is expected to be a detailed analysis of case study. The report will need to include
the following:
• A summary of the case study, indicating what the project was, when and where it took
place.
• An analysis of the approach taken by the project team, this may include quotes from
the authors of the case study, however, your opinions need to be recorded also.
• An analysis of positive and negative aspects of the project, give examples of good

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 practice, explainwhy it is good practice.
• What can be learned from this project in terms of its management that could be
used in futureprojects.
• A summary of the key findings from the case study.
This section of the report is expected to be 1500 words. (55 marks)

Section 2: Project Management & Privacy by Design Case Study Analysis

Section 2 needs to focus on issues related to implementing systems that are designed from the
outset to enhance privacybased on a case study. In this report you will need to discuss the following:

• A brief summary of Privacy by Design is.

• An overview of the issues raised in the case study
• What are the challenges of implementing privacy by design?
• A summary of the key findings from the case study.

This section of the report is expected to be 100 words. (30 marks)

Conclusion (5 Marks)
The conclusion is a summary of the key areas of your report, you should not introduce any
new ideas oradd any new information. It is expected to be about 100 words.

References (5 Marks)

A comprehensive set of references correctly formatted using the Harvard Referencing system.
There should be more than one reference per paragraph in your work.

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 Project Analysis & Practice
Coursework Assignment

Agile Adoption in the Pharmaceutical Industry

(Annexure 1)

Mohamed Amaan

Esoft ID – E029643

LMU No – 22086562

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 Acknowledgment

I am pleasured to take this Project Analysis & Practice Coursework... I would like to extend our
best wishes to each person who gave us the opportunity to complete the Project analysis honestly
and successfully. Special gratitude to our lecturer, Ms. Sasini guidance at any time, and for all the
support shown throughout the period to complete this module.

Finally, very special thanks to my mother, God, Friends and colleagues for their help, Support,
Motivation, and encouragement is given to us during this period and for contributing their valuable
time for us, and for this Application Development Project to be successfully.

Yours truly
Mohamed Amaan
BEng Software Engineering

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Table of Contents

PROJECT ANALYSIS & PRACTICE ........................................................................................................................... 7

ACKNOWLEDGMENT ............................................................................................................................................ 8

TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................................ 9

TABLE OF FIGURES ............................................................................................................................................. 10

INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................................. 11

SECTION 1 - AGILE PROJECT MANAGEMENT CASE STUDY ANALYSIS ................................................................... 12

1.1. SUMMARY OF CASE SCENARIO......................................................................................................................... 12

1.2. ANALYSIS AND APPROACH OF THE PROJECT TEAM ............................................................................................... 14
1.3. REFLECTIONS OF THE PROJECT ......................................................................................................................... 16
1.4. ANALYSIS OF THE POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE ASPECTS .............................................................................................. 16
1.4.1. Evaluating Successful Agility Techniques ............................................................................................ 16
1.4.2. Challenges Faced During the Project ................................................................................................... 16
1.4.3. Good Agile Practices............................................................................................................................ 17
1.5. LESSONS LEARNED FROM PROJECT ................................................................................................................... 17
1.6. SUMMARY OF KEY FINDINGS ........................................................................................................................... 18

SECTION 2 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT & PRIVACY BY DESIGN CASE STUDY ANALYSIS .......................................... 20

2.1. SUMMARY OF PRIVACY BY DESIGN ........................................................................................................................... 20

2.2. AN OVERVIEW OF ISSUES RAISED & FACED IN THE CASE STUDY ..................................................................................... 20
2.2.1. Specific Problems with Privacy ............................................................................................................ 20
2.2.2. Importance for the Patterns of Project Management ......................................................................... 20
2.2.3. Interaction and Client Participation .................................................................................................... 21
2.2.4. More work Overall Effects for Project Success .................................................................................... 21
2.3. CHALLENGES IN IMPLEMENTING PRIVACY BY DESIGN............................................................................................ 22
2.4. SUMMARY OF KEY FINDINGS FROM THE CASE STUDY ........................................................................................... 23

CONCLUSION...................................................................................................................................................... 24

REFERENCES ....................................................................................................................................................... 25

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Table of Figures

Figure 1 Agile team ...................................................................................................................... 13

Figure 2 Project Team ................................................................................................................... 14

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 Introduction

This research analyses the adoption of Agile approaches within a pharmaceutical company in
Brazil, with particular focus on the Scrum framework, with the aim of obtaining an understanding
of the way in which it contributes to the value of the company. In Section 1, a thorough review of
an Agile project management scenario is presented. an analysis includes a discussion of the
project's background, techniques, practices, as well as both good and bad consequences. The
second section shifts its focus to the principle of "privacy by design," which is of utmost
importance in this era of extensive data collecting. It investigates the incorporation of this principle
into projects and the difficulties that it poses. In order to successfully traverse the ever-changing
world of project management, the study will focus on the advantages of Agile methodology as
well as the complexities involved in incorporating privacy into project design.

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Section 1 - Agile Project Management Case Study Analysis
1.1. Summary of Case Scenario
In this first section of the case study analysis should be given to a summary that focuses on the
pharmaceutical company's Agile transformation the journey and the "XYZ Project" is a radical
initiative that FarmaY, a well-known pharmaceutical firm with operations in Brazil, is starting.
This is the focus of the case study. Highlight the ways in which Agile methodologies, with
particular focus on the Scrum methodology, have been implemented in order to improve efficiency
in operations and the outcomes of the project.

(Boston Consulting Group, 2022)

The primary objective could provide a case study of how pharmaceutical companies, which have
historically been obstructed by extended medicine development cycles as well as strict
organizational structures, are adopting Agile methodologies in order to build an environment based
on quickness, adaptability, and customer-focusedness. As an instance, the implementation of Agile
methodology by Allergan has resulted in quicker production of superior work while reducing its
workforce. Similarly, the restructuring of a foreign pharmaceutical company focused on Agile
has remarkably shortened the amount of time needed for implementing brand strategies from
ages to periods.

In addition, it might clarify on how the change often begins at the management level, with an
individual goal and strategic alignment that someday comes down to motivate teams from multiple
departments. The continuous process of agile makes it possible for ongoing development and
adaptation, which is important in a sector that has to deal with strong jealousy and complicated
customer environments. According to study conducted by McKinsey, Agile transformations in the
pharmaceutical industry may result in a doubling of research and development capacity without
an increase in resources. This demonstrates the capability of the approach to enhance operational
agility. (McKinsey, 2019)

Also, it is important to understand the change towards more collaborative environments.

Pharmaceutical businesses have improved their team agility, transparency, and teamwork by
eliminating groups and setting up cross-functional teams. Businessmap.io highlights the many

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benefits of this strategy, including quicker pharmaceutical development and better customer
working together, resulting in innovative products that go beyond conventional healthcare.

Figure 1 Agile team

When writing a case study overall, become certain to include a complete overview that includes
the project's objectives, the strategic adoption of Agile principles, and the many organizational
changes that allowed this transition. It is important to analyze and evaluate both the favorable
results and the difficulties faced during the Agile transformation process in order to enhance these
understandings. (businessmap, n.d.)

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1.2. Analysis and approach of the Project Team
In order to improve which is project management strategy, the Brazilian pharmaceutical company's
project team used Agile approaches, specifically the Scrum framework. This change indicated an
important change from the regular ways of project management and the development of a fresh
and more collaborative, iterative mindset.

Figure 2 Project Team

Scrum Implementation

By adopting the Scrum framework, the team organized the task into Sprints, which were short and
focused phases of effort. This approach helped ongoing review and modification of the taking on,
in keeping with the Agile methodology's iterative development concept. Frequent Sprint meetings
for planning were of the highest priority in order to develop realistic objectives and ensure a clear
direction of steps for every Sprint. “agile can work wonders” crucial in the pharmaceutical
industry's fast-paced environment. (Harriet Keane, 2023) (Freeland, 2019)

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Structure and Dynamics of Collaboration within an Organization

The adoption of Scrum involves a major changing of the team's structure. The key elements of this
new organization were the Product Owner, who was responsible for maintaining the objectives of
the project, and the Scrum Master, a person whose duty was to ensure 100% compliance to Scrum
actions. The Development Team, consisting of people with a variety of skills and points of view,
created a collaborative and creative work environment. “McKinsey” This changes in structure
enhanced team dynamics by transitioning from standard levels to a more collaborative and agile
approach. (Anon., 2020)

Culture of Continuous Enhancement

The focus on ongoing improvement is a key element in Scrum. The team always looked at their
processes throughout regular Sprint Review meetings, finding ways to make them better and
bringing them into reality. In the pharmaceutical sector “The journey to an agile organization,”
where keeping up with new technologies and changes in standards is essential, this mentality of
thought and adaptation are extremely essential. (McKinsey, 2023)

Workflow Optimization

The team's workflow had been improved to include Scrum practices, such Every day Meetings,
Sprint Reviews, and Sprint Planning. The Daily Stand-ups efficiently allowed problem-solving
and alignment among team members, while the Sprint Reviews served as a venue for stakeholder
feedback, ensuring that the project remained on schedule and in line with user requirements. Sprint
Planning meetings played a crucial role in establishing unambiguous objectives and priorities for
future Sprints.

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1.3. Reflections of the project
Opinions on the project Using Agile, and Scrum in specially, in the fast-paced pharmaceutical
sector was an excellent move. This made it less of an issue to adapt swiftly, work together, and be
adaptable, all of which are crucial when dealing with changes in rules. Flexibility, freedom, and a
focus on the client were the fundamentals of this strategy. Successful projects showing the efficacy
of Agile to address complex challenges while fulfilling company goals provide proof of this.
However, clever use of agile principles and practices was a major factor in the XYZ project's
successful completion; it led to an innovative approach to batch handling of reusable medicinal
goods.

1.4. Analysis of the positive and negative aspects

1.4.1. Evaluating Successful Agility Techniques

The Brazilian pharmaceutical company's initiative gained several benefits following implementing
Scrum approaches. In the dynamic pharmaceutical sector, the utilization of Sprints allowed the
team to stay focused on delivering measurable outcomes in simple terms, predictable timeframes.
This method was appropriate to the changing needs of the project as it provided quicker product
revisions and enhancements. Team members were more aligned and knowledgeable of each other's
accomplishments and setbacks thanks to daily stand-ups, which improved communication and
problem-solving. Critical to collecting stakeholder input and encouraging a growth mindset were
the Sprint Reviews and the Retrospectives, respectively. (Software Project Management, 2023)

1.4.2. Challenges Faced During the Project

Throughout successes, the team overcame several obstacles. An important challenge was the need
for adaptation to the Agile attitudes, which meant stepping away from the normal, linear approach
to project management. The change caused an alteration not just in the team's methods but also in
their general work style, which required a considerable amount of time and effort to adapt to.
Moreover, the process of incorporating cross-functional teams first encountered challenges in
terms of coordination and communication, as team members had to adapt to working together with
people from other disciplines and areas of knowledge. (Pandey, 2023) (businessmap.io, 2022)

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 1.4.3. Good Agile Practices

This project has several successful methods. To keep the project on track, Sprint Planning meetings
structured and goal-oriented each Sprint. Innovation and innovative problem-solving were boosted
by cross-functional teams. Pharmaceuticals require different expertise to manage difficult tasks,
therefore this worked well. Daily Stand-ups and Sprint Retrospectives helped sustain project
momentum and connect the team's activities with project goals by enabling transparency and
adaptability.

• Collaborative and Innovative Problem-Solving - The growth of cross-functional teams

has fostered a more collaborative and innovative approach to tackling challenges. By
harnessing a range of skills and knowledge, the team was able to generate solutions that
were both comprehensive and creative. This is crucial in a field that demands constant
innovation and adaptability.

1.5. Lessons Learned From Project

The lessons gained from the Brazilian pharmaceutical firm's the implementation of the Agile
project management method are of significance in guiding upcoming projects:

The organization's successful adoption of embracing Agile principles, specifically the iterative
development cycles outlined in Scrum, served as a case study of the benefits of an adaptable and
changeable methodology. This helped ongoing improvement of the project in response to changing
requirements, an approach that should to be kept for after undertakings.

The importance of providing thorough analyze training for team members in order to facilitate
the adoption of Agile methodologies came as a critical lesson. From the outset, ensuring that
everyone understands and effective implementation of Agile practices should be a primary concern
for all future projects.

Strategic plan for future projects

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Thorough planning and continual education are considered the ideal approach for prospective
initiatives. Implementing Agile concepts gradually, along with regular reinforcement sessions,
helps facilitate the transition process. To ensure that the team's efforts are in line with the desired
results, it is crucial to set clear expectations and foster open communication within the project's
ecosystem. Moreover, it is crucial to prioritize a balanced approach while incorporating Agile
methods, ensuring that compliance is not compromised.

This pharmaceutical company's journey exemplifies a case study in effectively managing change
and fostering innovation. Through the implementation of Agile approaches, they have not only
influenced the results of their projects but also played a role in the ongoing development of project
management practices in the pharmaceutical industry. The knowledge obtained from this source
may be used as a reference for other companies on a similar journey, shedding light on the way
towards a more adaptable and cooperative project setting.

1.6. Summary of Key Findings

The case study on Agile implementation in the organization came in several key finds:

• Teamwork and communication in keys of success:

Many collaboration and open interaction have been identified as key factors that greatly
contributed to the successful completion of the project. Agile methodologies, including sprint
analyses and daily group discussions, performed an important part in keeping team connection,
quickly solving problems, and which ensures that the progress of the project aligned with the
expectations of partners. It is suggested that upcoming Agile projects maintain a strong focus on
building strong ways to communicate as well as collaborative environments.

• Team Performance Improves:

Allowing team members, the ability to make decisions and freedom to carry out tasks without
overreaching improved creativity and solving problems. Team members felt tenure, which
motivated them to perform better. An empowerment mindset might help future initiatives make
informed decisions by providing teams with support.

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• Constant Improvement and Learning:
The repetitive nature of Agile and practices like Sprint Evaluations made a mindset of always
learning and getting better, leading to continuous improvements in the overall quality and
performance of the project.

• Future Project Recommendations:

These results should be taken into thought in future projects, with a focus on how important it is to
obtain good training in Agile processes, develop straightforward interaction guidelines, and build
an organizational environment which embraces Agile principles.

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Section 2 - Project Management & Privacy by Design Case Study Analysis

2.1. Summary of Privacy by Design

An strategy known as the principle of "privacy by design" allows the early integration of privacy
measures at every stage of a project's life cycle. Projects by Design (ensure that concerns about
privacy are factored into project development and planning, when compared to reactive options.
Avoiding of breach of privacy as well as safeguarding of individual rights are primary goals of
privacy by designs, which is why privacy has been given priority from start to finish. The values
of honesty, customer agency from and responsible handling of information are all supported by
this method, which contributes to developing a culture that prioritizes confidentiality. According
to progressive laws on privacy, protecting against new risks, and encouraging ethical and creative
project management methods are all areas where PbD performs an essential part.

2.2. An Overview of issues raised & faced in the case study

Case study analysis shows complex private issues that have a big effect on project management:

2.2.1. Specific Problems with Privacy

Case studies show problems with data protection, risks of unauthorized entry, and possible data
breaches. In addition to putting data privacy at risk, these problems additionally put at risk the
project's credibility. (Cussol, 2017)

2.2.2. Importance for the Patterns of Project Management

Privacy problems have a big impact on important parts of project management, such as timelines,
allocating resources, and communicating with stakeholders. Privacy concerns affect how decisions
are made, which is why an adaptable project management method is needed.

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 2.2.3. Interaction and Client Participation

Functional consultants, developers, IT, and customers like the Scrum Leader and Product Owner
have to interact smoothly. Successful interaction and understanding of privacy are essential for
method being adopted.

2.2.4. More work Overall Effects for Project Success

The case study shows how lack to deal with issues related to privacy can cause delays, limited
resources, and damage someone's an image. It highlights the broad implications of ignoring
privacy problems.

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2.3. Challenges in Implementing Privacy by Design
This implementing and Integrating Privacy by Design (PbD) principles through current processes
can be extremely difficult and needs careful consideration. These challenges cover different
aspects that are crucial for a successful implementation:

1. Changes in Company Culture

An organizational culture change will be required for carrying out privacy by designs.
Overcoming barriers to change, increasing knowledge, and developing an overall dedication to
privacy principles at all stages have all been essential for creating an environment which is
private-aware.

2. Assignment & planning of resources

Efficient deployment of resources and strategic planning are crucial. Implementing PbD requires
expenditures in training, advances in technology, and authorization processes, necessitating
careful planning for effective resource usage.

3. The Complex Aspect of Technology Adaptation

It is hard when integrating PbD into existing technology systems. Careful technology alteration
may be required to achieve legal and safety standards if existing systems cannot to easily
incorporate privacy-centric capabilities.

4. Without Being inform

The team's general unfamiliarity with PbD concepts is a major challenge. To promote
understanding and collaborating, it is essential to advise stakeholders on the importance and
impact of privacy by design.

5. Time and Cost Management

Maintaining quality and privacy standards while balancing the costs associated with
implementing the system, such as development, testing, and deployment, within the allotted
period of time is an impossible task.

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2.4. Summary of Key Findings from the Case Study

§ Always Monitoring and Adapting: These findings underline privacy environments' dynamic
personality. Privacy issues change, hence monitoring and adapting are essential. To handle
privacy changes throughout the project lifetime, project management solutions should be
adaptable.

§ It's hard to find an appropriate balance between strict privacy rules and new technology.

§ Early Integration for Optimal Results: For optimal results, it is crucial to include privacy
safeguards from the start of a project, as shown in the case study. Starting projects with
privacy concerns helps them overcome hurdles.

§ Privacy Issues and Project Results: Privacy issues may affect project success considerably.
Proactive mitigation techniques are needed since data security and illegal access may
threaten project integrity, according to the report.

§ It is very important to set up privacy measures that can be expanded and last a long time,
since laws are always changing.

§ Promoting Privacy: A privacy-centric culture is necessary for implementation. The case

study suggests that firms should make privacy a value at all levels and part of their culture.

§ For the implementation to proceed effectively, the IT, legal, security, and operating teams
must have to work together.

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Conclusion

When it comes to Agile project management in the pharmaceutical company, The Agile change at
the pharmaceutical industry highlighted the benefits of Agile techniques in Section 1, increasing
collaboration, flexibility, and creativity. The utilization of teams with different functions, allowed
through Scrum, enhanced the efficiency of problem-solving. The conclusions gained underscored
the importance of the balance between adaptability and consistency, effective interaction and team
empowerment.

Moving to Section 2, the privacy by design case study uncovered challenges like data security
risks. It stressed the need for strategic planning and stakeholder education. Challenges in
implementation included resistance to change. The key findings highlighted the importance of
early privacy integration and adaptability.

In conclusion, the implementation of Agile and privacy by design highlights proactive strategies
for project management. Ensuring a balance between agility and compliance, as well as prioritizing
excellent communication and early inclusion of privacy measures, are crucial factors for achieving
project success. This research promotes the use of an overall approach to improve the outcomes of
projects and overcome challenges.

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