FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT 2[100 MARKS]Read the scenario below and answer ALL the question that…

FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT 2[100 MARKS]
Read the scenario below and answer ALL the question that followYou, being an esteemed project manager at Shoprite South Africa have been approached to be part of a major labour intensive project. The project entails the opening of a new Shoprite store in the largest shopping centre in South Africa, situated in Cape Town. The Shoprite store will be the largest Shoprite store in the world. Your task will be to support the lead project manager and to take control and responsibility of the Resource and Procurement tasks related to the project.You are expected to undertake extensive research on Shoprite and the project field of Resource and Procurement in order to empower yourself to be able to answer each question with depth.
GENERAL COMMENTS
Marks in the project assessment are primarily awarded for the application of the relevant theory to the requirements of the assessment. Merely reproducing theory is deemed inadequate. The ability to undertake and reflect on research is a key component to the assessment. The assessment will be assessed in accordance with the predetermined general criteria. Marks will be awarded for, amongst others:
Using the Harvard referencing style correctly
Providing an introduction and conclusion
Using headings and sub headings effectively
Numbering each answer correctly
Application of the theory effectively
Question 1(20 Marks)
You have been informed that the delivery of critical shopfitting components will be delivered late. This non-delivery can prove to be detrimental to a key milestone of the project and will affect your performance negatively. Appraise the Options available in controlling late deliveries that you have studied in the context of your project. Demonstrate how each option, if adopted, will benefit your project.
Question 2(20 Marks)
Procurement planning is the process of identifying which project needs can be best met by procuring products or services outside the project organisation. In order for procurement planning to be executed there are inputs that are considered essential as they contribute in influencing the decisions to be made. Appraise the Inputs to Procurement Planning in the context of the project.