1. "Goal Setting" Please respond to the following: Early computers were only usable by experts with strong technical knowledge. Examine how interactive systems have changed throughout the years to accommodate average users and describe two advantages and two disadvantages associated with these changes.
From the e-Activity, examine the two articles you selected on universal usability and discuss one topic of interest that was addressedInput Answer here...
2. "Creating an Interface" Please respond to the following: Imagine you are managing a design project that will create an interface for automobile mechanics. The interface would be used by the mechanics to look up various fixes and parts for any number of makes or models of automobiles that may come through their garage. Decide what usability measures would be most motivating when designing this interface and describe the unique challenges you would have to plan for when designing an interface for an automotive repair shop. Use supporting evidence to support your response.
Physical, cognitive, perceptual, personality, and cultural differences introduce challenges when designing universally usable products. Choose one area from the list above and describe why it is the biggest challenge to overcome when creating universally usable designs. Support your response.
3. "Project Planning" Please respond to the following: A project requires ample coordination of schedule, costs, and scope. Describe a project that you have worked on from beginning to end. Determine the various processes that were required during the planning phase of the project.
Describe the challenges that were present throughout the execution of the project identified in Part 1 of this discussion. Suggest improvements that could have been performed during the planning phase to minimize the number of challenges experienced in the latter phases of the project.
4. "Organization Structure and Planning" Please respond to the following: The structure of an organization has a direct relationship with the planning and management efforts of a project. Describe how a project manager's authority and management style are influenced by the organization's structure.
Evaluate how the attributes of an organization's structure influence the planning efforts and success factors of a project. Include at least two examples to support your response.