Transcript Tony Rider The DDSN Project

Tony Rider
The DDSN Project
Example of large project
Changing roles
Making the most of change
What is the DDSN
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Digital Derived Service Network
Overlay network for non geographical
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Extensive use of the C7 and NA7 protocols
Simple example of how it is used
Other uses (DA)
MY part in the project
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Initially a commissioning engineer
Head of country for installation
Short break from DDSN
Added DA to network
Extensions
Project manage installation activities only
Part of large PM team
Millennium compliance
Virtual project office
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Cross company responsibilities
Format of communications
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Scheduling
Progress reporting
Change control
Presenting unpopular statements
Lessons learned
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Socialise both good and bad news
Everyone leads the project at some point
The minute taker has a lot of control
Trust and respect gets you through the bad
times
Don’t forget the little people
Only use what is required