4.1  Major Project Risks

Identified Risk (risk identified by standard project risk management processes)

Description

Remedial Action

Navy standards are different to commercial standards resulting in a risk to customer acceptance.

This risk has been retired.

Contractor inability to provide or support vessels throughout the life of the in-service phase of the contract (performance risk).

Actively manage and monitor performance under the contract through the partnering governance frame work and Quarterly Progress Reviews and as necessary exercise contractual remedies.

Emergent Risks (risk not previously identified but has emerged during 2009-10)

Description

Remedial Action

There is a chance that the Final Operational Capability (FOC) for the ACPB Class will be affected by the inability of the contractor to meet the rectification schedule leading to an impact on cost and schedule.

Actively engage with the contractor to manage the remediation program and emergent work to ensure commitment to the schedule is maintained. Maintain direct oversight over contractor activities and consultation on program risk.

There is a chance that the Final Operational Capability (FOC) for the ACPB Class will be affected by RAN Operational Commitments leading to an impact on cost and schedule.

Open dialogue and regular meetings with Navy and the contractor to ensure operational requirements are considered during planning activities and managing the rectification schedule. Streamline the Operational Release process for the remainder of the Class.