Frequently Asked Questions: What is Project Management?

Project management is the discipline of combining systems, techniques & people to complete a project within agreed goals of time, budget & quality

Project management is the most efficient way of introducing change by

• Defining the objectives
• Developing the plan
• Using the appropriate tools (Planning, managing risk, quality etc.)
  
• Providing a single point of responsibility

Project management is the most efficient way of introducing change by - Defining the objectives - Developing the plan - Using the appropriate tools (Planning, managing risk, quality etc.) - Providing a single point of responsibility Project Management = Planning + Management

1. Define the Objectives
   
2. Develop the Plan
   
3. Execute Actions
   
4. Control the Progress
   
5. Close the Project
   
6. Get Promoted!

There are many things that can go wrong with project management. These are commonly called barriers and include: - Poor Communication - Poor Planning - Poor Management - Lack of Commitment and Support by Senior Management - Failure to comply with standards and regulations. - Poorly defined project goals

A well integrated project plan is the main tool for coordinating the project. It's the key reference document for the project team and stakeholders

 A project brief may also be required which sets out
•    The goals, objectives and scope of the project (its deliverables)
•    How these are to be achieved (technical content) and quality (technical standards)
•    Design outlines (sketches and block diagrams)
•    The component parts (breakdown structure)
•    Who will be responsible for what (team responsibilities)
•    Timing (logic network and schedule)
•    Budget (supporting cost estimate)
•    Resources required for implementation (human and material)
•    Risk, contingency and control plans.