MSFC-PLAN-3399

Abstract

The DELTA-L Risk Management Plan complies with the intent of NASA Policy Plan (NPG) 7120.5A and Marshall Work Instruction (MWI) 7120.6. It is the intent of these documents to start risk management planning at the formulation phase of a project and continue throughout the life of the project. New hardware will be developed for DELTA-L and Risk management for DELTA-L will address this new hardware and software and preparations associated with flight. <br>This Plan covers building new hardware, software and preparation for flight for the entire DELTA-L system which includes the following; <br>a experiment growth cells <br>b Fluidics <br>c internal/external interfaces <br>d DELTA-L systems and subsystems <br>e software <br>f Hardware <br>g Thermal Control <br>h electronics/C&DH <br>i Imaging System <br>j Vibration Isolation <br>Purpose <br>The purpose of the DELTA-L Risk Management Plan which resides in the e-PORT database, is to provide a tool for the project team explaining risk management responsibilities, methodologies and processes to be used for DELTA-L risk identification, assessment, analysis and mitigation. A database has been constructed for tracking risks identified by team members, and this document is a guide for understanding and using this database. The database provides a risk status matrix which identifies risk priority, a description of the risk (risk statement), a closeout method, responsible personnel, due date and status. This matrix will also serve as a tool for the project manager in providing an instant status report to higher management on short notice. <br>The intent of this Plan is to help the project produce a quality product within programmatic schedule and cost constraints. This Plan is for use in conjunction with the risk management requirements specified in paragraph <a>14.0</a> of the DELTA-L Project Plan, MSFC-PLAN-3107. This Plan applies to internal and external risks for DELTA-L.