I found the process used for the case analysis very
effective in researching and addressing a specific issue. What I like most is the specific format
outline and methodical approach.
Projects are easier to work when a standardized approach is taken. I also found it helpful to have a rough draft
requirement versus trying to drive straight towards a final paper. Peer review is extremely helpful and I feel
that is a necessary requirement whether in school or at work. However, I think it would be more helpful to
have the same person review the case analysis from beginning to end. Changing peers for each review makes it a bit
more difficult for the person getting up to speed on the topic to digest recent
changes or additions to the project.
This would be somewhat similar to changing team members on a project
midway through, which is something I rarely experience in my line of work. Its possible but more challenging and not as
efficient. With that being said for this
assignment, I found it beneficial reading multiple papers and gaining insight on
various UAS topics and issues. Another
area that could use improvement, and the same is true in my line of work, is
setting deadlines. Everyone’s workload
is different throughout a given week but setting a mid week deadline might be better
then waiting until the last day. This
gives the person or team time to review comments and provide adequate feedback. Also communication through email if face to
face isn’t available makes the review process more effective.
I cannot say I have been exposed to the Case Analysis tool
prior to this class but have worked projects using a similar format. I find it advantageous to have another tool
and perspective for tackling projects and issues in school and at work.
