2) Identify two potential alternatives that can apply in the same general area within the company/organization (for instance,. If you're looking at tablets, you might examine Chromebooks or laptops or big screen phones). For each alternative: a) Consider the pros and cons of the application of the alternative b) Conduct a general NPV analysis. Don't forget to approximate costs for training, maintenance, etc. The analysis should be for the initial 5 year period. Use reasonable estimates for your variables. The identification of the variables to include is the key purpose here so educated estimates on values is fine. You should be supporting this section with a number of quality references. Wikipedia is not a quality reference as the information can be changed by anyone at any time, but it is a wonderful place to start to find pointers to information you can use You need to find information in reputable trade publications, company websites (watch for bias), and especially academic journals. The reference IS Project Outline/Instructions librarian will be happy to help you if you are having problems. Note: Including the description, pros/cons, and NPV equation you are probably looking at maximum one (1) page for the original technology you are examining, and one (1) per alternative. We expect that you will be integrating the material you have learned in the course into this section.
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