WSRC intends to issue a revision to the plan during fourth quarter of fiscal year 1998 to support CD-1 and 2, with additional periodic revisions to support other critical decisions. The date for CD-2, now estimated for late March 1999, is also in question. The fundamental structure and systems engineering approach are in the developmental phases. It is prudent to spend the resources in developing the sound foundation, using the systems engineering approach, prior to proceeding with the project. The schedule for these activities is provided in Attachment 1.
SR agrees that major improvements are needed in project management.
This issue was clearly addressed in the WSRC award fee letter dated June 12, 1998. Special requirements will be in place for fast-track projects including risk definition, commitment to parallel paths when appropriate, additional contingency, quality staffing and leadership and additional project reviews. WSRC also established changes in project management. WSRC recently assigned Mr. James French as the Program Manager, Mr. Shingler as the new Program Integration Manager and Mr. Mike Swain as the new Development Manager. These changes have strengthened the project and have incorporated the Integrated Safety Management Principles to Project Management.