Review each constraint and identify its characteristics: present vs. future, internal vs. external, and mandatory vs. desirable.

What will be an ideal response?

You might point out that the last constraint could be more than “desirable” because in the real world, it is always important to meet a vice president’s expectations. You should encourage debate on issues like this, and point out that the answers are not always black and white.

3. What questions would you ask to determine the feasibility of this project?
• Is the payroll system project desirable in an operational sense?
• Is it a practical approach that will solve a problem or take advantage of an opportunity to achieve company goals?
• Is the proposal technically feasible? Are the necessary technical resources and people available for the project?
• Is the proposal economically desirable?
• What are the projected savings and costs?
• Is the problem worth solving, and will the request result in a sound business investment?
• Can the proposal be accomplished within an acceptable time frame?