Lesson1: Define the Challenge (The “Why”)

Learn how to clearly outline the problem you were tasked with solving. Highlight complexities such as security risks, regulatory challenges, or technical debt.

Stories:

Healthcare Scenario:

A hospital needed a remote cardiac monitoring device to improve post-surgery care. Connectivity issues threatened patient safety. The project faced tight deadlines to meet FDA 510(k) and ISO 13485 standards. The team underestimated the complexity of wireless connectivity in hospitals, resulting in frequent signal drops. After analyzing signal interference, the team installed signal boosters and adjusted firmware to improve performance, earning FDA approval on time.

IT Scenario:

An e-commerce company aimed to migrate 80% of its infrastructure to AWS within six months. During the process, failure to assess database dependencies caused unexpected outages. By implementing a phased migration plan and ensuring dependency mapping, the project achieved 99% uptime post-migration.

Manufacturing Scenario:

A manufacturer sought to reduce defects by integrating automated quality control systems. Initially, the new system flagged too many false positives, delaying production. The team retrained the AI model using a more diverse dataset, improving accuracy and reducing defect rates by 40%.

Activity:

Reflect on your role in your job, school, or industry. Write down a challenge you faced, the complexities involved, and how you approached the solution. If you need guidance, consider enrolling in our Technical Project Management Course for full support by clicking HERE