Effective IT Project Management: Using Teams to Get Projects Completed on Time and Under Budget
Management Recommendations
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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.
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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
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Remember the devil is in the details.
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Celebrate the project s release.
Tip Reward teams by letting them throw a party.