It is of vital importance that the client be as involved in the project as possible in order to ensure that the projected value targets set out in the project parameters are met. It is equally important to involve any other stakeholders who may affect or be affected by the project and its outcomes. Therefore, it is essential to identify…
The main stakeholder in any project is the client. The client is the one whose needs are the driving force behind the project and is likely to be the one who will derive the most benefit from the project upon its completion. Differentiation must be made between the paying clients and the clients who are the ultimate end users of…
In addition to the project goals, it is important to identify the critical factors for its success, those without which the success of the project is questionable. Since these elements are critical to the project’s success, they must be integrated into both the managerial and professional foci of the project. Sometimes, certain elements are, in fact, the pivotal points of…
In the world of planning, nothing is done without reasoning. Actions are done solely to achieve a defined goal or objective and generate value. The overall objective of any project is to respond to a stated need. However, in order for the project to yield maximum benefit relative to the effort involved, it is best if the solution offered is as…
Prior to approving any project, it is important to prove that it is a necessary and worthwhile undertaking. It is also essential to take into account the limited resources we have at our disposal and our ability to deploy these resources at any given time and place. A need can be defined as an essential change to the status quo…
One of the clear differences between projects and non-project activities is the high level of uncertainty associated with the ability to meet a project’s goals, simply because each project is unique. Despite the fact that some projects are similar to each other, each project begins at a ‘low-point of certainty’ of the project’s ability to meet its goals. Fortunately, for…
