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Project Management
What is the role of a Project Manager? The role varies from project to project depending on the type of project, the budget, the structure of the organization, and the personality of the individual playing the role of the project manager.
Some projects can be accomplished by one key person wearing several hats at different times during the development of the project. Another more complex project can involve team members at different locations, each contributing their piece to a puzzle that the project manager puts together.
8 Principles to Project Management
Our experience has shown that there are eight main principles, or keys, to successful project management:
- Define the project scope
- Know your subject; be an expert
- Understand and define the project's constraints
- Create a comprehensive project plan
- Assemble a well-balanced project team
- Be aware of your communication style and conten
- Keep on top of the schedule and track the progress
- Evaluate the project -- throughout and after the project completion
