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The initiation phase formally authorizes the start of a new project. During this phase, you define the project at a high level, assess its costs and benefits, and identify key stakeholders who will be involved or affected. Executive management evaluates the project based on two key factors:

  • Feasibility – Can the project be successfully implemented?
  • Value – Does the project offer financial or strategic benefits?

Planning

The planning phase is crucial in project management, as it transforms project goals into smaller, actionable tasks. In this phase, you define roles, establish timelines, and determine task dependencies. It also involves risk management identifying potential challenges and preparing strategies to mitigate them. A well-structured project plan is the foundation for a successful outcome.

Gather Resources
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  • Select who should be involved in the project team and to what capacity;
  • Ensure that your project team has the necessary tools or resources to complete their tasks.
Create a Project Plan
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  • Who will take part in a project;
  • What deliverables or activities are involved for successful project completion;
  • When key milestones are due.
Create a Scope Statement
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  • A scope statement describes the specific tasks required to complete project deliverables successfully;
  • It may also include: Assumption;
  • Risk;
  • A statement of tasks that are in, or out, of the project's scope.
Create a Work Breakdown Structure
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  • A work breakdown structure is a document that graphically displays everything that a project needs to accomplish;
  • It breaks down deliverables into smaller components and organizes them into a hierarchy.
Develop a Timeline
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  • Map a visual timeline for your team with clear deadlines for key milestones leading up to the final deadline for the completed project;
  • Also, plan meetings to check on progress or share project updates.
Conduct a Kickoff Meeting
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  • A kickoff meeting is the first time that you and the project team meet about the new project;
  • Brief your team about the project at a high level.

Execution and Monitoring

The execution and monitoring phase brings the project plan to life. Team members carry out their assigned tasks, while the project manager tracks progress, ensures alignment with objectives, and addresses challenges as they arise. Continuous monitoring helps keep the project on track and within scope.

Closure

The project closure phase marks the completion of the project when goals are met, and the final product is delivered to stakeholders. Before closing, the project manager must take key final steps:

  • Review deliverables: ensure all project objectives are met;
  • Present to stakeholders: manage expectations and highlight key decisions;
  • Debrief with the team: reflect on successes, challenges, and lessons for future improvements.

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Phases of Project Management

The initiation phase formally authorizes the start of a new project. During this phase, you define the project at a high level, assess its costs and benefits, and identify key stakeholders who will be involved or affected. Executive management evaluates the project based on two key factors:

  • Feasibility – Can the project be successfully implemented?
  • Value – Does the project offer financial or strategic benefits?

Planning

The planning phase is crucial in project management, as it transforms project goals into smaller, actionable tasks. In this phase, you define roles, establish timelines, and determine task dependencies. It also involves risk management identifying potential challenges and preparing strategies to mitigate them. A well-structured project plan is the foundation for a successful outcome.

Gather Resources
expand arrow
  • Select who should be involved in the project team and to what capacity;
  • Ensure that your project team has the necessary tools or resources to complete their tasks.
Create a Project Plan
expand arrow
  • Who will take part in a project;
  • What deliverables or activities are involved for successful project completion;
  • When key milestones are due.
Create a Scope Statement
expand arrow
  • A scope statement describes the specific tasks required to complete project deliverables successfully;
  • It may also include: Assumption;
  • Risk;
  • A statement of tasks that are in, or out, of the project's scope.
Create a Work Breakdown Structure
expand arrow
  • A work breakdown structure is a document that graphically displays everything that a project needs to accomplish;
  • It breaks down deliverables into smaller components and organizes them into a hierarchy.
Develop a Timeline
expand arrow
  • Map a visual timeline for your team with clear deadlines for key milestones leading up to the final deadline for the completed project;
  • Also, plan meetings to check on progress or share project updates.
Conduct a Kickoff Meeting
expand arrow
  • A kickoff meeting is the first time that you and the project team meet about the new project;
  • Brief your team about the project at a high level.

Execution and Monitoring

The execution and monitoring phase brings the project plan to life. Team members carry out their assigned tasks, while the project manager tracks progress, ensures alignment with objectives, and addresses challenges as they arise. Continuous monitoring helps keep the project on track and within scope.

Closure

The project closure phase marks the completion of the project when goals are met, and the final product is delivered to stakeholders. Before closing, the project manager must take key final steps:

  • Review deliverables: ensure all project objectives are met;
  • Present to stakeholders: manage expectations and highlight key decisions;
  • Debrief with the team: reflect on successes, challenges, and lessons for future improvements.
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