I believe keeping a relevant knowledge of new technologies is the same as any field: continue reading research and engaging in new educational classes or forums. I think continuing ones education in a...

I believe keeping an open line of communication and having an understanding among the various departments is key. I do not think that this level of checks and balances should cause any confusion or br...

Just as important as the planning phase of any project or product, the quality of said product or project is vital. Without a quality assurance or control team, a medical device could be faulty withou...

I do not believe this is unethical because strict regulations are in place to prevent this from happening. The only alternatives are humans or human-like systems that would be constructed models. If p...

I agree that communication needs to be a foundation to the solution so that an understanding (not necessarily an agreement) can be reached. After both sides listen to and understand the other side's p...

I would rather do research that can benefit the current generation and also be able to progress with the time to help future generations. An example of this would be the cell phone. This device was he...

While I was not a part of the Mini-Simulation, I believe I would have sided with multiple vendors. Without knowing all of the ramifications that might have been discussed, I think having more than one...

These are great points made in regards to the Human Resource Management team. I believe that in the medical field, when it comes to improving the devices, reducing the turnover rate is important in bo...

This is a very interesting predicament. If I were in this situation as a Project Manager, I would quickly find a replacement. In cases such as these, while it is unfortunate to lose a member, one must...

The closing phase is not always reached, as some projects fail in the middle of the project life cycle. For those projects that do reach the end, the step that first comes to mind is handing the proje...

In the case of an unresponsive team member or a member who does not communicate as often, I would meet those individuals where they are. When I say that, I am referring to their terms. Of course, this...

In my opinion, a breakdown in effective communication and inadequate resources are what sets up a project for failure. I firmly believe in being able to effectively communicate with others, whether it...

According to Dr. Simon, risk is simply the probability of a hazard occurring. Knowing this, I don't believe "risk" is always a negative connotation. However, working in an organic chemistry laboratory...

First, I agree that all five are collectively important factors in success. Beginning with the first factor, agreeing and keeping in mind a common goal is important because it reminds the team and man...

After assembling and developing a team, absences and vacations should be handled on a case by case basis. I believe all problems should be handled up front, such as during the assembling process. Howe...