ASSIGNMENT 1 Project Management PROJMNGT_1
Question 1
1.1 Define the terms ‘project’ and ‘project management’.
Project – Projects are once off, non – routine and complex.
Project management – Includes leading, organising , controlling and planning.
1.2. Explain your understanding of the ideal conditions under which agile project management works.
1. Evaluate the the process and the current structure of the company, this is a mapping process to decide on the starting point.
2. Making suggestions for the improvement and process of the project by using the correct combination of technologies.
3. The design application with the client, it is vital that the client is part of the project from the very beginning.
4. Implementation, construction and application – this includes weekly delivery of the development for the end users to operate and also be able to make changes.
5. Monitoring and evaluation – use reports metrics and kpi’s to ensure the process is working as agreed.
1.3 Distinguish the typical stages of the generic project life cycle.
- Inititation
- Planning
- Implementation
- Closure
Question 2
2.1 Debate the benefits of strategically aligning a project to an organisation’s strategic direction. Make use of any organisation and a project/s implemented by that
organisation in your argument.
Benefits of strategic planning include prioritizing, deciding which of the projects you will prioritize. Make sure you understand the scope of the project. Choose framework, decide which best
suits the project strategy and be able to adapt along the way of the project chosen. Understand the leadership and the roles in the organisation, communication is key through the process.
Getting the work done is crucial for success in the implementation part of planning the project. Review the project continuously to ensure everything runs smoothly throughout the project.
, 2.2 Project documentation can be classified into types. Examine the types of project documentation.
Stakeholder matrix – a list of stakeholders that are involved in the project
Project plan – Includes timeline and activities
Budget – to project cost
Organisation – employee’s roles in the project
Action and issues – the tracking of open and pending issues
Risk log – list of critical risks
Project charter – a contract between customer and contractor
Scope – customers’ requirements
Roles and responsibilities – the responsibilities and roles of employees
Communication plan – meetings and communication in the project
2.3 Briefly describe one of the best ways to motivate a project team during these modern times we live in.
Use SMART Goals
Specific / measurable / achievable / realistic / timeously
Question 3
3.1 What is a scope statement, and what would you use to translate an overall project objective into clearer terms in a project scope statement?
Understand why project was initiated
Define key objects of the project
Outlining the projects statement of work
Identifying major deliverables
Key milestone selection
Identifying major constraints
List of scope exclusions
Obtaining sign off.
Question 1
1.1 Define the terms ‘project’ and ‘project management’.
Project – Projects are once off, non – routine and complex.
Project management – Includes leading, organising , controlling and planning.
1.2. Explain your understanding of the ideal conditions under which agile project management works.
1. Evaluate the the process and the current structure of the company, this is a mapping process to decide on the starting point.
2. Making suggestions for the improvement and process of the project by using the correct combination of technologies.
3. The design application with the client, it is vital that the client is part of the project from the very beginning.
4. Implementation, construction and application – this includes weekly delivery of the development for the end users to operate and also be able to make changes.
5. Monitoring and evaluation – use reports metrics and kpi’s to ensure the process is working as agreed.
1.3 Distinguish the typical stages of the generic project life cycle.
- Inititation
- Planning
- Implementation
- Closure
Question 2
2.1 Debate the benefits of strategically aligning a project to an organisation’s strategic direction. Make use of any organisation and a project/s implemented by that
organisation in your argument.
Benefits of strategic planning include prioritizing, deciding which of the projects you will prioritize. Make sure you understand the scope of the project. Choose framework, decide which best
suits the project strategy and be able to adapt along the way of the project chosen. Understand the leadership and the roles in the organisation, communication is key through the process.
Getting the work done is crucial for success in the implementation part of planning the project. Review the project continuously to ensure everything runs smoothly throughout the project.
, 2.2 Project documentation can be classified into types. Examine the types of project documentation.
Stakeholder matrix – a list of stakeholders that are involved in the project
Project plan – Includes timeline and activities
Budget – to project cost
Organisation – employee’s roles in the project
Action and issues – the tracking of open and pending issues
Risk log – list of critical risks
Project charter – a contract between customer and contractor
Scope – customers’ requirements
Roles and responsibilities – the responsibilities and roles of employees
Communication plan – meetings and communication in the project
2.3 Briefly describe one of the best ways to motivate a project team during these modern times we live in.
Use SMART Goals
Specific / measurable / achievable / realistic / timeously
Question 3
3.1 What is a scope statement, and what would you use to translate an overall project objective into clearer terms in a project scope statement?
Understand why project was initiated
Define key objects of the project
Outlining the projects statement of work
Identifying major deliverables
Key milestone selection
Identifying major constraints
List of scope exclusions
Obtaining sign off.
