Project Management - Definition, Components and Generalities

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[...] Project Management - Definition, Components and Generalities Every year, companies launch a host of projects. Whether it is a simple change or the launch of a product, they must constantly focus on project management. However, until now, some companies have struggled to accurately estimate the resources and time required to successfully complete a project, when in reality a failed project is a waste of time and money. The Project and Its Generalities We call a project, an action or a set of actions organized in stages that we undertake to create something within a set time frame. [...]

[...] It allows for an honest discussion with team members to determine what worked and what did not and identify areas that need improvement. In this way, the management process can be further refined and shaped. The Project and Its Operation To be more easily controlled, a project can be broken down into several sub-projects, lots or sites. The goal is to have subsets with less complexity. You should know that the division of a project into sub-projects is an essential step for the smooth running of it. Indeed, project management becomes easier to master and thus ensure its successful completion. [...]

[...] The constitution of the team, the allocation of resources and the deadline to be respected. Working with team members, project managers will carefully review the details of the project plan from start to finish. This is support for the entire implementation of the project. You should know that this phase depends on the company and its size. Some key elements present in the second phase of the process are - The project charter: It contains elements such as the roles and responsibilities of the participants, the estimate of the time required, the communication plan, the distribution of work, the key dates of the project. [...]

[...] Conclusion Project management is a concept close to management to which additional dimensions are added. The definition of a project may vary depending on the context, but generally speaking, it is a set of actions aimed at achieving a set objective or meeting a client's need. For this, project managers or managers bring together all the necessary resources ranging from staff to the budget required for the success of the project while ensuring functional and technical quality and respecting the set deadlines. [...]

[...] In this case, it is the project manager who takes care of the direction of the project. He leads the project while making strategic decisions and leading the teams. Successful project management relies on the choice of an effective methodology, allowing all project participants to jointly carry out a project organized according to clear and precise rules. Project management takes into account a greater human dimension than traditional project management. Beyond the technical skills of a project manager, a manager also has "interpersonal" skills. These skills allow them to lead and motivate their team. [...]