The MatchMaker Project The MatchMaker Project

Risks


Old Dominion University

ODU's Computer Productivity Initiative
Societal Risks

Risk Impact Probability Mitigating Factor
Social Acceptance High Low Look and feel of a cell phone
'Star Trek' Convention Effect - i.e. social acceptance of a new gadget Mid Low Look and feel of a cell phone
Fear that it could be used as a prostitution tool Mid Low Cruise ship security (no prostitution onboard)
Will not prevent stalkers High Low Cruise ship security (can prevent stalking)
Financial Risks

Risk Impact Probability Mitigating Factor
Initial Market Non-Acceptance High Mid Can market to other cruise line companies
Components May Be Costly High High Look and feel of a cell phone


Technical Risks

Risk Impact Probability Mitigating Factor
Hardware Failure Low Low Can find other COTS products


Managerial Risks

Risk Impact Probability Mitigating Factor
Few Schedule Breaks Mid High None


Schedule Risks

Risk Impact Probability Mitigating Factor
FCC approval is delayed Low Low We apply during Phase I through II
Unforeseen Outsourcing Delays Mid Mid Hardware Outsource Contract to cover cost of delays on their part


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