Effective IT Project Management: Using Teams to Get Projects Completed on Time and Under Budget

Management Recommendations

• Take phase reviews seriously . Phase reviews are designed to give executive management a ˜ ˜snapshot of the status of the project. They are an excellent tool for confirming that processes are being followed and team deliverables are completed on time. If executive staff doesn t take phase reviews seriously, no one else will.

• Hold people accountable; track phase review promises . Phase reviews are an excellent way to monitor and track accountability. Save phase reviews so you can track promises and commitments.

Team Recommendations

• Remember the devil is in the details.

• Celebrate the project s release.

  Tip	Reward teams by letting them throw a party.