vpac staff internal projmgmt training 101
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VPAC Internal Project Management training and induction presentation to new starters and employees not yet exposed to project management. Follows the traditional method to PM and 5 phases of initiation, planning, executing, controlling and closing.TRANSCRIPT
VPAC Internal Project Management Intro
Improving your performance output
Andrew UnderwoodSenior Project Manager
Project Management 101
Traditional();
This is a tutorial for the Traditional Project Management Method
By Andrew Underwood
What is Project Management?
• Initiating• Planning• Executing• Monitoring and Controlling• Closing
What is a Project?
• A project is a temporary task, with a defined beginning and end.
• This is in contrast to a business operation which is ongoing.
What is a Project Team?
• A group of people whose activities and functions are assigned to the same project.
What is a Project Manager?
• A project manager is the person accountable for accomplishing the stated project objectives
• Responsibility of the planning, execution, and closing of any project.
Why Manage Projects?
• Better efficiency in delivering services• Improved/increased/enhanced customer satisfaction• Greater standing and competitive edge• Better Flexibility• Increased quality
Why do Projects FAIL?
• Unclear goals and expectations• Poorly defined audience• Disagreement between project team members• Not enough time, money and resources
The Project Management Process
Initiation Planning
Executing Controlling Closing
Initiation
• Articulate your vision for the project, establish goals, assemble your team, and define expectations and the scope of your project.
Initiation
• Be agreed upon by everyone involved• Be realistic• Be specific• Be measurable• Have a time component or deadline• Have a clearly defined set of responsibilities
Planning
• Refine the scope, identify specific tasks and activities to be completed, and develop a schedule and budget.
Execution
• Accomplish your goals by leading your team, solving problems, and building your project.
Controlling
• Monitor changes to the project, make corrections, adjust your schedule to respond to problems, or adjust your expectations and goals.
Closing
• Deliver your project to your audience, acknowledge results, and assess its success. Take the time to compose a written evaluation of the project and the development effort.
• The outputs from the closure provide a stepping stone to execute the next projects with much more efficiency and control.
The Project Management Process
Initiation Planning
Executing Controlling Closing