The typical processes for a project are summarized below.
Initiation and planning
Initiate the project and plan the course of action.
Execution and monitoring
Closing and evaluation
Execute the project and monitor the work schedule, costs, and quality.
Close the project once the purpose is achieved, and evaluate the work performance and deliverables( finished product).
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Milestone A“ milestone” is a term used in project management to denote an important point in the work schedule such as the integration testing date or customer review date.
( 1) Project initiation and planning The“ project manager” plays a central role in initiating the project. The project is usually initiated after the client( commissioning party) that requests the systems development approves the documentation that describes the project outline. At that point, a“ kick-off” meeting is conducted with the“ project members” to discuss various aspects such as the framework and key points of the project, progress( schedule), and management method. Afterwards, a detailed plan is formulated and a“ project plan” is prepared.
( 2) Project execution and monitoring After the project plan is completed, the project moves into the execution phase and work begins. During project execution, the project manager makes sure to communicate with project members and the client, and monitors the performance of the project including the progress of the project, cost, and quality. The project manager makes adjustments as the need arises.
( 3) Project closing and evaluation After the target system is completed, the project is closed and disbanded. Once the client has accepted the system, a“ project completion report” is prepared. The project completion report includes a performance evaluation of all work such as the actual cost and progress, and a list of the final deliverables( finished product). The evaluation contains information that will be useful for the next project such as variance between the plan and actual performance, changes occurred and their causes, and risks encountered and their countermeasures.
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Project manager A“ project manager” is an individual who manages and oversees projects or is nationally certified to manage a project. In the case of the former, a project manager organizes project members, manages the project schedule, and makes decisions concerning work processes.
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Project member A“ project member” refers to one of the members of a project.
Reference Stakeholder In the context of project management, a“ stakeholder” refers to an individual who is variously impacted by the project or has a stake in its success or failure. Project stakeholders include the project client, project manager, project members, and users. It is important to manage each respective stakeholder in an appropriate manner.
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