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 that 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.

Don t forget to review generally available projects.