(a) Multi Field Connections is a high technology retailer and mail order business. In order to improve the processes, the company decides to install a new microcomputer system to manage entire operations i.e. payroll, accounts and inventory. Terminals at each of its many stores will be networked for fast dependable service. The specific activities that the Project Manager will need to accomplish before the system is up and running are listed below. The table also includes the necessary increased staffing to undertake the project.

(i) Draw a network diagram for the project and determine the critical path and its duration.
(ii) The union has decided that any staff employed on the project must be paid for the duration of the project whether they work or not at minimum rate of Ksh. 500 per day. Assuming that the same staff are employed for the different activities, determine the cost associated with the current schedule.
(b) Explain any three challenges associated with information age.

B - C A D B Activity Building insulated enclosure Decide on computer system Electrical wiring of room Order and collect computer Symbol Preceding activity |Time estimate (weeks) Increased staff A 4 1 1 3 3 2 2 1 Install air conditioner Install computers Staff selection E A 4 2 F D, E 2 2 G B 5 1 Install software Staff training H C, F 2 1 I G,H 3 1