SayPro Resource Allocation Template

Project Name: Sustainable Solutions for Urban Slum Growth

Department: Research & Development

Project Lead: Echinia Mataban

Start Date: February 5, 2025

End Date: April 30, 2025

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1. Overview

This resource allocation plan identifies the necessary resources, budget, and personnel required for the successful execution of the research project. It ensures that all required tools, equipment, and workforce are available within budget constraints.

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2. Resource Breakdown & Budget Allocation

Resource Type	Description	Quantity	Estimated Cost (USD)	Assigned To	Status
Personnel	Research Assistants	5	$10,000	HR Department	Approved
Personnel	Data Analysts	2	$5,000	HR Department	Approved
Software	SPSS (Data Analysis Tool)	2 licenses	$2,500	IT Department	Purchased
Software	NVivo (Qualitative Data Analysis)	2 licenses	$1,800	IT Department	Pending
Equipment	Laptops	5	$7,500	IT Department	Purchased
Equipment	Tablets (for field surveys)	3	$3,000	IT Department	Pending
Field Expenses	Travel & Accommodation (Site Visits)	N/A	$8,000	Admin Team	Pending
Printing & Reports	Research Documentation & Reports	N/A	$2,000	Admin Team	Not Started
Training	QCTO Compliance Training	1 Session	$3,500	Training Dept	Scheduled

Total Estimated Budget: $43,300

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3. Resource Justification

1. Personnel: Essential for data collection, analysis, and reporting.
2. Software: Required for statistical and qualitative analysis of research findings.
3. Equipment: Laptops and tablets facilitate efficient data entry and remote collaboration.
4. Field Expenses: Covers travel and accommodation for data collection in urban slums.
5. Printing & Reports: Ensures high-quality documentation for stakeholders.
6. Training: Necessary to ensure compliance with QCTO research and accreditation standards.

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4. Approval & Review

Reviewer	Position	Approval Status	Date	Signature
John Doe	Finance Manager	✅ Approved	02/05/25	[Signature]
Sarah Johnson	IT Department Head	⏳ Pending	02/06/25	[Signature]
Dr. Jane Smith	Compliance Officer	✅ Approved	02/07/25	[Signature]
Echinia Mataban	Project Lead	✅ Approved	02/07/25	[Signature]