What might be the root of the conflict

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Assignment:

Read the case below and come up with a plan.

Diagnose the problem
Discuss theory/course content/research that informs your plan
Propose a solution
Conclude with expected outcomes

The body of the paper min: 600, though it needn't be too detailed. I would like you to submit your notes as well, so I can see the thought process. The notes don't need to be particularly organized or complete, but they should reflect relevant ideas.

The Case:

The sign on Marshall's office wall has a Douglas Adams quote that reads: "I love deadlines. I love the whooshing noise they make as they pass by". Marshall is the Director of Engineering for a software development company. His team is building a leading edge package in a competitive market. You are the VP of Engineering. He is way behind because the project continues to get bigger - partly because the CEO & investors want more, and partly because Marshall & his team are kids in a candy store. This is a start up company, and this is the only product being developed.

What might be the root of the conflict? What sort of stress does this create? What sorts of changes might this organization be going through? How might these delays have been avoided? What strategy might be put in place - point forward - to resolve this issue, and move the organization ahead?

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