You're Working on a Proposal to Install a New Software

question 77

Essay

You're working on a proposal to install a new software system for a small local company. You have an extensive list of testimonials and a history of successfully completing other similar projects for different businesses. You know that the plan you propose will meet the client's needs, but due to other scheduling commitments you think it is unlikely that you will have the system up and running in six weeks as the customer requested. You decide to provide a timeline that commits to the customer's deadline, deciding that if you cannot honor it you will mention some excuse to explain the need for an extra week or two. Discuss the implications of this situation.

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Definitions:

Material Omission

The failure to include information that is important and relevant to a decision or understanding of a matter, which could mislead or deceive.

Consumer Product Safety Commission

A U.S. government agency responsible for protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death associated with consumer products.

Mandatory Safety Standards

Regulations that specify minimum requirements for the health and safety conditions in workplaces or products to protect consumers and workers.

Ad Substantiation

The requirement for advertisers to have evidence supporting their claims, ensuring that advertisements are truthful and not misleading.