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Orion Shield Case Study Summary
The purpose of this case study on Orion Shield is to analyze the many challenges that Gary Allison, a seasoned Project Manager, faced during his employment with the company. Prior to his employment with Orion, Mr. Allison was a reputable and respected project engineer with 14 years of experience. Although Mr. Allison was seasoned, no amount of experience was going to help him face the challenges presented by his new employer. Mr. Allison encountered many technical, ethical, legal, contractual and project management issues while he was employed with Orion. In a number of occasions, Orion Shield put Mr. Allison in unscrupulous situations where his decisions would have severe repercussions. This analysis will review the major milestones that occurred between Mr. Allison and Orion Shield …show more content…
Allison was put in a position of authority with a lot of responsibility weighing on his shoulders. His first meeting with Mr. Larson was cordial and did not seem to insinuate to any future issues.
Meeting with Director after Contract Award
Background: Henry Larson called Mr. Allison to his office to congratulate him on the success of his proposal. During the meeting Mr. Larson reminded Mr. Allison of all the challenges and hardships that come with being a program manager. Mr. Larson also alluded to the termination of his employment if this project where to fail. Mr. Allison was very excited about the project and the opportunity but was concerned on why he was selected. With other senior personnel in the company, Mr. Allison’s unease was justified.
Mr. Larson assured him that he was being selected for the position because of his strong engineering skills that were vital to this project. Mr.
Analysis: In this encounter with Mr. Larson, Mr. Allison still has not encountered any major issues that could cause concern. Mr. Allison’s apprehensions towards Mr. Larson’s decision to make him program manager so early are valid but were reassured through further
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