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Assessment: Innovation
Assessment: Innovation
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Details of Assessment
Term and Year 3, 2021 Time allowed 7 Weeks
Assessment No 2 Assessment Weighting 50%
Assessment Type Resource Allocation & Management Strategy
Due Date Week 7 Room Zoom
Details of Subject
Qualification BSB61015 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
Subject Name Innovation
Details of Unit(s) of competency
Unit Code (s) and
BSBMGT622 Manage resources
Names
Details of Student
Student Name
College AAI (PERTH) Student ID
Details of Assessor
Assessor’s Name ARJUN WALIA / PAUL KHONG
Assessment Outcome
Assessment
Competent Not Yet Competent Marks / 50
Result
Feedback to Student
Progressive feedback to students, identifying gaps in competency and comments on positive
improvements:
Each assessment component is recorded as either Competent (C) or Not Yet Competent (NYC). A student
can only achieve competence when all assessment components listed under “Purpose of the assessment”
section are recorded as competent. Your trainer will give you feedback after the completion of each
assessment. A student who is assessed as NYC (Not Yet Competent) is eligible for re-assessment.
Resources required for this Assessment
Computer with relevant software applications and access to internet
Weekly eLearning notes relevant to the tasks/questions
Instructions for Students
Please read the following instructions carefully
This assessment has to be completed In class At home
The assessment is to be completed according to the instructions given by your assessor.
Feedback on each task will be provided to enable you to determine how your work could be improved.
You will be provided with feedback on your work within two weeks of the assessment due date. All other
feedback will be provided by the end of the term.
Should you not answer the questions correctly, you will be given feedback on the results and your gaps
in knowledge. You will be given another opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge and skills to be
deemed competent for this unit of competency.
If you are not sure about any aspects of this assessment, please ask for clarification from assessor.
Please refer to the College re-assessment for more information (Student Handbook).
ASSESSMENT BRIEF
Note: The organisational details used in this assessment have been mostly sourced (and to some
extent paraphrased) from the organisation’s website and other relevant external sources. The
information used here is solely for educational purposes.
This assessment comprises both the knowledge evidence and performance evidence as a summative
assessment. The knowledge evidence is embedded within the assessment tasks.
You are required to prepare a strategy for Resource Allocation and Develop a Register Manual for
To demonstrate competency will be working towards strategy for Resource Allocation and Develop a
Register Manual. Using the RESOURCE MANAGEMENT STRATEGY TEMPLATE provided in this
assessment, you be working towards strategy for Resource Allocation and Develop a Register Manual
for an enterprise of your choice (within Australia) or use the simulated workplace context of
Service Industry Management Private Ltd. (SIM), a new venture of AAT Kings. Whether you
choose your own workplace or the simulated work environment, to demonstrate competency you will
complete all tasks following the exact structure and template as provided.
At AAT Kings we strive to represent the very best that Australia and New Zealand have to offer. Our
people are warm, friendly, engaged and enthusiastic. We love a laugh and a good story. We celebrate
our great characters and our authentic personalities. We are always respectful, we deliver brilliant
service and we are proud of our heritage and culture. Our goal every day is to share Australia and
New Zealand with our guests and to bring these two amazing countries to life.
of the way. Each and every Driver Guide has extensive on road experience and driver training with a
safe driving track record. Along with passion and local insight these genuine Aussie characters will
enhance your AAT Kings experience. In some trips and tours, travelling on a Short Break customers
may be joined by a different Driver Guide each day so people can benefit from the breadth of their
combined knowledge and years of experience for a more independent style of travel. The local guides
have specialist knowledge of their hometown and local traditions. Theyl take the sightseeing
experience to a whole new level as they share their passion and stories in an engaging and
entertaining way.
Links with Indigenous Culture: (sourced from Internet and organisational documents)
AAT Kings has forged strong relationships with indigenous communities throughout Australia and
New Zealand, including the Anangu people and Uluru Aboriginal Tours in Central Australia, as well as
the Tamaki Family Marae on the outskirts of Rotorua, New Zealand. AAT Kings has also partnered
with Alice Springs indigenous artist Kathleen Buzzacot and Maruku Arts to create a specially designed
Aboriginal artwork featured on all coaches in Central Australia. Bone and pounamu (greenstone)
carver, Lance Ngata, from Uawa (Tolaga Bay) and Turangi in New Zealand's North Island has also
created exclusive artwork that features on all coaches in New Zealand.
Relevant organisational documents for completing the simulated workplace tasks: (imaginary
data used for simulated workplace)
AAT Kings
Performance Review Policy for group PerformanceReview Policy.doc
Your role
You have been newly appointed as the Resource Management Specialist of Cafe Operations for SIM.
As mentioned previously that all three premises will need to be designed and branded with
appropriate fit-outs, your job is to ensure the management of resources during this fit-out project and
after the completion of these design project, you will still be the resource manager for cafe operations
for these three branches. You have been allocated $450 000 for the fit-out and resource allocations of
each of the premises. Based on the type and nature of work, your job role will have numerous
responsibilities and you will be analysing resource requirements, developing resource plans,
allocating resources, and reviewing and reporting on resource usage. More importantly, you will:
consult with relevant stakeholders and analyse information to determine the nature and level
of resource required to achieve business objectives
plan for, acquire and allocate the resources, incorporating strategies to maximise efficiency
and manage risk
develop and implement systems to incorporate efficient use of resources into work practices
and monitor resource use against budgets and business objectives
prepare reports that clearly indicate the level of performance achieved and any adjustments
needed to achieve service and product delivery standards
outline the legislative and regulatory context of the organisation in relation to managing
resources
explain financial management and budgetary processes in the organisation in relation to
resource acquisition
explain typical risks associated with managing business resources and possible risk
management strategies
outline key elements and sources of information needed in a system to monitor usage for
physical resources and human resources
Various stakeholders in this context (for the simulated organisation SIM (concern of AAT Kings)
Resource Management Specialist – You
Director, Operational Management – Your trainer
Stakeholders, Specialists, Team members, and External People – Your fellow learners
You trainer will act as your supervisor/specialist for this simulated assessment. You will be
progressively completing tasks one after another within the simulated environment (or your preferred
business) to complete this assessment task.
What is required?
Using the RESOURCE MANAGEMENT STRATEGY TEMPLATE provided in this assessment, you
be working towards strategy for Resource Allocation and Develop a Register Manual for an
enterprise of your choice (within Australia) or use the simulated workplace context of (Service
Industry Management (concern of AAT Kings). Whether you choose your own workplace or the
simulated work environment, to demonstrate competency you will complete all tasks following the
exact structure and template as provided next.
The management expects that your overall project for all three premises is completed within the next
six months.
STRUCTURE & TASKS
Task 1: Based on the acquired locations for cafe premises, you will need to identify and consult the
potential stakeholders (your trainer will act as the stakeholder in this case) for the three premises. You
will also need to analyse the CBD information to determine the types and level of resources required
for the organisation.
Task 2: Based on the given information in assessment brief, you are required to plan the fit-out with
the allocated funds and select alternate financing options such as leasing. You will need to include
purchase specifications for the equipment to guide the acquisition process.
Task 3: Based on the given information provided in assessment brief and your previously completed
tasks develop and implement systems to
Incorporate efficient use of resources
Monitor resource use against budgets and business goals
Task 4: Prepare an asset management manual with policies and procedures in order to:
monitor the condition and performance of the physical assets you have recommended and
take appropriate action in the event of a breakdown
undertake preventative maintenance on an ongoing basis
acquire new assets as needed
maintain records to comply with the financial and legal requirements of business operations
MARKING ALLOCATIONS
(Trainer/Assessor use only for marking purposes)
“RESOURCE MANAGEMENT STRATEGY” template follows next. You are required to complete
every section of the template.
Prepared by:
Position:
Date:
In TASK 1, based on the acquired locations for cafe premises, you will need to identify and consult the
potential stakeholders (your trainer and fellow learners will act as the stakeholders in this case) for the
three premises. You will also need to analyse the CBD information to determine the types and level of
resources required for the organisation.
1A: In this task, you will develop resource bids in line with outputs specified in business plan;
Analyse resource requirements to identify proposed costs and benefits
1B: In this task, you will consult with key stakeholders to determine the nature and level of
resources required. To do this you will also need to explore and research specific area
information using Internet on the approximate costs.
Sydney
Brisbane
Perth
Stakeholder Comments:
1C: In this task, you will identify opportunities to share resources across business units within
the organisation
In TASK 2, you are required to plan the fit-out with the allocated funds and select alternate financing
options such as leasing (if needed). You will need to include purchase specifications for the
equipment to guide the acquisition process.
2A: In this task, you will develop resource plans that detail the acquisition and allocation of
resources, timelines and the relationship to business strategies, contingencies, plans,
programs and processes; Determine internal resourcing capabilities and external resourcing
requirements; Identify risks and establish risk management processes
APPROXIMATE FIT OUT COSTS & BUDGET (refer assessment brief for further information)
Based on fit-out resources, please detail your fit-out costs with approximate values.
Contingency Plan:
Identified Risks:
Asset or Resource name Possible Risks with this resource Risk Management Strategy
2B. Based on the resource allocations, fit-out plans and identified risks, you will now develop
procedures for the evaluation of resource allocation and incorporate them in resource plans
2C. In this task, you will apply organisation's procedures to obtain approvals from senior
management.
In TASK 3, based on the given information provided in assessment brief and your previously
completed tasks you are required to develop and implement systems to incorporate efficient use of
resources and monitor resource use against budgets and business goals.
3A: In this task, you will allocate resources in accordance with relevant legislation,
organisational policy and practices
3B: In this task, you will manage resource allocation to enable achievement of business unit
objectives
3C: In this task, you will negotiate and obtain resources within required timeframe to enable
achievement of business unit objectives
Once you have received the quote you will now negotiate with your director on the prices and
timeframe as per quote. To do this, you will email your supervisor informing and negotiating on this.
<Organisation name>
<Date>
Subject:
To:
Dear Director,
3D: Based on your previous planning, allocations and completed tasks, you will now develop
and implement systems to enable timely and accurate monitoring and review of resource
usage. You will revise work practices to incorporate efficient use of resources and develop
and implement procedures to review resource allocation against business unit objectives
Scenario & Context: At this point you have identified that several of the resources shown below has
exceeded the usage or was wasted during the project’s first month. You will need to develop and
implement a system to monitor the usage for the future usage as because you have already exceeded
the usage in the first month.
Project Labour Usage – 18 extra (full day) labour used in one month in total
Rented Equipment – 2 additional titling equipments rented, 2 days of additional delivery van
hired, 1 additional carpentry equipment hired
Cafe Equipments (freezer, cool room, coffee machine, dishwasher, etc) – Cool room in one
venue required additional repair right after the installation. Repair cost was $2,000.
Cafe Furniture (Cabinets, chairs and tables, etc) – 4 broken furniture during delivery
Renovation materials – Wastage of renovation materials exceeded by 10% during fit-out work
Overall Costs – Monthly cost exceeded by $20,000 in each venue out of the overall budget
($450,000) for each venue.
Fit-Out Projected Time – One stage (dishwashing equipment installation) of work is missing in
all three premises which should have been completed by one month’s time.
Rented Equipment
Cafe Equipments
(freezer, cool room,
coffee machine,
dishwasher, etc)
Cafe Furniture
(Cabinets, chairs
and tables, etc)
Renovation
materials
Overall Costs
Fit-Out Projected
Time
Based on the previous task scenario on resource usage where you have identified the variations on
resource usage during the project time, you will now monitor compliance on resource usage, take
action and prepare a report to indicate the level of performance in regards to project resource usage.
4A: In this task, you will monitor compliance with program and project budgets and take
corrective action where necessary. To do this you will officially inform your supervisor what
actions you have undertaken to monitor compliance on resource allocation and usage.
4B: In this task, you will prepare reports that clearly indicate the level of performance achieved
and any action taken to adjust or rectify procedures in meeting service and product delivery
standards
<Organisation name>
<Date>
Subject:
To:
Dear Director,