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Project Management
Great ideas mean nothing without execution — project management turns vision into results, deadlines into milestones and chaos into clarity.
INTRO
What is project management?
Project management is like running a well-coordinated operation, where each task, resource, and timeline is carefully planned and executed to achieve the project’s goals.
Roadmap of processes and methodologies
Here’s a detailed map of the key processes and methodologies used in project management:
1. Project Initiation:
“Define the project, its objectives, and stakeholders”
Key Actions:
1. Project Charter:
A formal document that authorises the project, outlining the purpose, objectives and scope.
2. Stakeholder Identification:
Identifying all the people, teams, and organisations that will impact or be impacted by the project.
3. Feasibility Study:
Assessing if the project is worth pursuing in terms of time, cost and resources.
4. Methodology Applied:
In a sequential and structured process, project initiation happens at the very start.
2. Project Planning:
“Create a roadmap that details how the project will be executed, monitored, and closed”
Key Actions:
1. Scope of work:
Clearly define the scope of work, including deliverables and boundaries.
2. Tasks:
Break down the entire project into smaller, manageable tasks.
3. Timelines:
Set timelines using tools like Gantt charts to visualise the project schedule.
4. Resources:
Allocate the necessary resources—people, materials, and equipment.
5. Risk:
Identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
6. Financial plan:
Develop a financial plan with cost estimates and funding allocations.
7. Key members:
Appoint Key members, Champions, Project Sponsors and project members with expertise in the assigned projects.
3. Project Execution:
“Carry out the tasks outlined in the plan and turn ideas into tangible outcomes”
Key Actions:
1. Communication:
Communicate and collaborate effectively with the project team to ensure alignment.
2. Task completion:
Ensure tasks are completed as per the plan, keeping the work organised and on track.
3. Quality control:
Apply quality control measures to ensure deliverables meet the required standards.
4. Stakeholder status:
Keep stakeholders informed and involved, managing their expectations.
4. Project Monitoring & Control:
“Ensure the project stays on track concerning scope, time, cost, and quality”
Key Actions:
1. Monitoring
Continuously monitor tasks and milestones, using software or tools to track completion.
2. KPI's
Use KPI’s (Key Performance Indicators) to measure how well the project is progressing.
3. Change management
If changes are needed, assess their impact on scope, budget and schedule before implementing.
4. Risk management
Keep an eye on new risks and re-evaluate existing ones, adjusting plans as necessary.
5. Project Closure:
“Finalize and close out the project once deliverables are completed”
Key Actions:
1. Completed deliverables
Transfer completed deliverables to the client or end-user.
2. Summary report
Prepare a summary report on the project, including performance against objectives, budget, and schedule.
3. Stakeholder approval
Ensure stakeholders approve the final project deliverables.
4. Evaluation
Evaluate what went well and what didn’t, capturing lessons learned for future projects.
5. Free resources
Free up team members and resources that were allocated to the project.
6. Project Methodology
Project management is a structured yet dynamic process where different methodologies offer tailored approaches to meet various project needs.
The key is selecting the right process for the project type—whether it’s a well-defined and predictable task (Waterfall) or one that requires flexibility and quick adjustments (Agile). By carefully mapping out each stage and using the right methodologies, tools and techniques, project managers can successfully navigate the complexities of any project and deliver the desired outcomes efficiently.
Project Management methodologies applied:
Waterfall
A traditional, linear approach where each phase is completed before moving on to the next. Ideal for projects with well-defined requirements.
Agile
A flexible, iterative approach is used in software development and projects where change is expected. The focus is on delivering small, functional pieces of the project over time (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).
PRINCE2 (Projects IN Controlled Environments):
A process-driven methodology used to manage and control projects, focusing on organisation, structure and risk management.
Lean
Focuses on eliminating waste and ensuring efficiency by improving processes and outcomes.
Critical Path Method (CPM):
Emphasises scheduling tasks based on task dependencies, ensuring project timelines are optimised.