Defining and Delivering Large Complex Games and Simulation Projects

Boundaries and Challenges

SimTecT 2013

17 September 2013Presented by Shane Norenbergs

Large and complex projects Virtual environment solutions eCollege solution

Boundaries & challenges Approaches & outcomes

Introduction

Fact Sheet – VAST (2004)

Virtual Avionics Systems Trainer 250 hours eLearning (SCORM

compliant) Procedural-based systems

training Real-time, high fidelity 3D

models Blended solution component

VAST – Boundaries & Challenges

Boundaries Internal & External

Risks Requirements Transition into service

Change management

Wider ADF

ContractingAuthority

ProjectManagement

Multimedia

InstructionalDesign

Technical

VAST – Boundaries & Challenges

Client - directCorporate

- National

Corporate - Global

Project OfficeProject

Office ILS

Single ServiceEntityEnd Users

Unidentified Stakeholder

Unidentified Stakeholder

Unidentified Stakeholder

Fact Sheet – VST (2006)

Virtual Systems Trainer

Operational checks and fault diagnosis

Instructional Design Tool

Blended solution component

VST – Boundaries & Challenges

Boundaries Internal & External

Risks Technology Data Contracted requirements Transition into service

Change management

Fact Sheet – LHD Ship Virtual Trainer (2011)

Ship Walkthrough Computer Model (SWCM) Immersive real-time 3D environment Virtual Training Framework Familiarisation training Crytek - CryEngine® 3

LHD Ship – Boundaries & Challenges

Internal External Risks Stakeholder

management Unintended applications Opportunities?

Identify and manage stakeholders Engagement levels (desired – current) Professional relationship Recruit, train and retain SME

Consult Be seen as a ‘change agent’ Respond as requirements evolve Instructional design tool Online storyboard review

Meet all requirements Ensure outcomes remain relevant Efficient and flexible delivery

Defining and Delivering

Factsheet – Gorgon eCollege (2009 ongoing)

Kellogg Joint Venture Gorgon (KJVG) Australia's largest single resource project Blended eLearning solution International target learner group (20,000 +)

Subject matter expert input

Multilingual content 24/7 delivery

Quarantine Environmental Health & safety Permit to work Short term workers Visitors

Gorgon – Boundaries & Challenges

Gorgon - Defining and Delivering

Standard KBR systems Risk Management System Common IT Infrastructure, toolset and software

Stakeholder management - collaboration eLearning component - an innovation in LNG

construction projects globally Significantly reduced training time and costs

Summary – Define and Deliver

Identify, understand & manage stakeholders Interests Boundaries

Collaborate at every opportunity Shared understanding = shared benefits

Propagate team continuity Meet all requirements

Evolve to ensure outcomes remain relevant