Project change control process
Posted by SkillMaker in Dec, 2016
Project change control process What is the project change control process? The project change control process is a set of procedures to control changes that might happen on a project. The emphasis is on control. It is not about stopping change. It is about keeping the project ‘on the right track’ in spite of change. […]
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Project Monitoring Methods
Posted by SkillMaker in Dec, 2016
Project Monitoring Methods Project monitoring methods are the different methods and means by which the ongoing success of a project is measured. Regular project monitoring is essential, because it allows the project team and the Project Manager to evaluate whether: the project is proceeding as planned (within cost budgets and according to the schedule) the […]
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Project Scope Management Plan
Posted by SkillMaker in Dec, 2016
Project Scope Management Plan A Project Scope Management Plan sets out how the scope of a project will be controlled and monitored during a project’s life cycle. It documents: what is to be done how goals are to be achieved what risks and constraints apply how ad hoc requests for scope change will be managed […]
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Project Stakeholder Communication
Posted by SkillMaker in Dec, 2016
Project Stakeholder Communications Stakeholder communications are the means and methods used to communicate about the project with stakeholders. These will typically be documented in a Stakeholder Communications Plan. Clear, timely and unambiguous communications: distribute needed information about the project and project issues keep all interested parties informed of progress involve the right parties at the […]
Project benefits
Posted by SkillMaker in Dec, 2016
Project benefits What is a project benefit? A project benefit is an outcome of the project that is seen as a positive change by one or more stakeholders. It must, by definition, be achievable and approved by key stakeholders. Project benefits are not deliverables (e.g. a computer system, dam or carpark). The deliverables are the […]
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Project Scope Statement
Posted by SkillMaker in Dec, 2016
Project Scope Statement A project scope statement is a statement of what the project will deliver and under what circumstances (e.g. constraints, assumptions). In respect to some components, it is an informed ‘best guess’, but it ensures that all parties with an interest in the project (e.g. the project team, sponsor and others stakeholders) know […]
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Project Scope Problems and Challenge Areas
Posted by SkillMaker in Dec, 2016
Project Scope Problems and Challenge Areas Project scope problems and challenge areas are the points during project delivery when the project team encounters problems or challenges that could negatively impact on project scope. Some may have been already identified as potential scope impact factors, in which case they may be anticipated—and planned for. But others […]
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Project Scope Impact Factors
Posted by SkillMaker in Dec, 2016
Project Scope Impact Factors Project scope impact factors, as the name suggests, are the various factors that affect, or may potentially affect, the scope of a project. They would include, for instance, identified risk factors. These factors need to be identified, analysed and understood before the scope of a project can be properly defined. Otherwise […]
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Project Boundaries
Posted by SkillMaker in Dec, 2016
Project Boundaries A project’s boundaries define what is included in the scope of work. They set the lines or limits that mark what is included and what is excluded. Planners need to know a project’s boundaries in order to produce a project scope statement. Having clearly defined boundaries for the scope of work sets fixed […]
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Project Resources
Posted by SkillMaker in Dec, 2016
Project Resources Project resources are the array of things needed to complete a project successfully. This may include: human resources, including specialist expertise funding plant and equipment facilities (e.g. for accommodation, communication, transport). Having the right resources to hand for a project, in the right quantities, is important, because the wrong resources, or a lack […]