- Explain the triple constraint and its importance in project management.
The triple constraint involves the three interdependent variables associated with project management and the project management lifestyle. These include, time, scope and cost. They are interdependent as you cannot change one without the other changing. For example, tightening costs has the effect of increased time but reduced costs.
- Describe the two primary diagrams most frequently used in project planning.
A Gantt Chart-. It is a simple bar chart that depicts project tasks against a calendar. It shows the projected future plan of business activities in chronological order. They are detailed plans that take into account relevant business components aimed to achieve business goals efficiently and effectively.
PERT- a graphical network model that depicts a project’s tasks and the relationships between those tasks shows several possible paths business activities can follow. Importantly there is a ‘critical path’ shown. This shows the path that is more effective for the business.
- Identify the three primary areas a project manager must focus on managing to ensure success.
· Managing People
· Managing Communities
· Managing Change
- Outline 2 reasons why projects fail and two reasons why projects succeed.
Fail- Unrealistic expectations for the business AND a strong lack of project management.
Sources:
http://projectmanagementplanplus.info/result.
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