| Transform the computational results from Written Assignments 6, 7, and 8 into a crisply written, numerically-validated white paper that presents to your supervisor the results of your analysis along with your recommendation, taking into account the base case assumptions. Your white paper must not exceed 500 words (approximately 2 pages with a typical font and spacing), including any charts, graphs, or tables that you choose to display. The outline of your white paper will be: Purpose: One to two sentences describing why this analysis is being done (e.g., “to compare x and y …”) Background: (You may steal a few sentences from the original problem.) Options: List options. Option 1 (a very short description) Option 2 (a very short description) Option 3 (etc.) Metrics to be used to drive the recommended option: On what is your recommendation based? You should name the measure(s), but may assume that an intelligent supervisor understands your terms. Analysis Display a summary of the computations that you did. (Note: You rarely have to reproduce your calculations when presenting to management. If you do, it’s generally because they don’t trust you, and the meeting will probably end shortly and unsatisfactorily.) State what observations may be drawn from these numbers. Keep in mind that observations are not recommendations, although observations are indispensable precursors. Recommendation: Which option do you recommend, based on the above paragraphs? Add a signature. Sign your recommendation in whatever way you would expect to identify such a recommendation to your supervisor in a professional environment. |
